Associate Director/Director of Biosecurity & Safety - Veterinary Medicine

Associate Director/Director of Biosecurity & Safety - Veterinary Medicine

Vet Medicine Administration

Job Summary

Provides college-wide leadership and direction for the development and implementation of biosecurity, safety, injury management, personal protective equipment and training program development and delivery.

Associate Director of Biosecurity & Safety

Duties & Responsibilities

Program Implementation & Compliance Operations

• Implement and manage day-to-day biosecurity, occupational health, safety, injury management, and PPE programs.
• Support execution of the college’s strategic safety priorities.
• Serve on and coordinate OSHB Committee and subcommittee activities (agendas, minutes, follow-ups).
• Work with departments to implement and maintain safety programs aligned with college standards.
• Monitor regulatory and accreditation compliance requirements.
• Review laboratory safety audits, track findings, and facilitate corrective actions.

Operational Compliance & Resource Coordination

• Assess safety equipment, training needs, and facility concerns; provide recommendations to the Associate Dean for Research.
• Monitor program expenditures and assist with purchasing and budget tracking.
• Coordinate corrective actions related to safety audits and facilities issues.
• Maintain documentation and ensure audit readiness.

Training, Emergency Preparedness & Program Support

• Coordinate and deliver safety training sessions; assist in developing training materials.
• Maintain and update Building Emergency Action Plans (BEAP) documentation and onboarding records.
• Provide safety orientation for new hires and graduate students

Minimum Qualifications (Associate Director of Biosecurity & Safety)

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, environmental health, environmental engineering, safety engineering, industrial hygiene, or a closely related field.
• Four (4) years of professional experience in occupational health, safety, laboratory compliance, or a related regulatory field.
• Demonstrated experience supporting regulatory compliance programs and safety training initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science
• Experience within a veterinary clinical organization
• Relevant professional certification (e.g., ASCP, CSP, CIH, CHMM, or equivalent) preferred based on program needs

Director of Biosecurity & Safety

Duties & Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategic Biosecurity/Safety Oversight

• Provide college-wide leadership and direction for biosecurity, occupational health, safety, injury management, and PPE programs.
• Develop and implement the strategic management plan for college-wide safety priorities.
• Participate and coordinate the Occupational Safety, Health, and Biosecurity (OSHB) Committee and subcommittees.
• Guide departments and service units in customizing comprehensive safety programs across service, research, and teaching.
• Hold primary responsibility for federal, state, and local compliance and external accreditation standards (AAHA, AVMA, COE, DRS).
• Oversee annual laboratory safety audits and ensure high-level resolution of compliance and facilities issues.

Strategic Compliance & Resource Management

• Advise the Associate Dean and Dean on prioritization of facility, training, and equipment needs.
• Establish budget priorities and oversee biosecurity and safety expenditures.
• Evaluate safety infrastructure and equipment to ensure long-term effectiveness and risk mitigation.
• Lead strategic initiatives to strengthen safety culture and institutional risk management.

Training, Emergency Preparedness & Instruction

• Develop and deliver college-wide safety and biosecurity training programs.
• Provide biosafety instruction to veterinary students and other learners.
• Manage and oversee Building Emergency Action Plans (BEAP) for all CVM facilities.
• Provide building and laboratory safety orientation for new hires and graduate students.

Minimum Qualifications (Director of Biosecurity & Safety)

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, environmental health, environmental engineering, safety engineering, industrial hygiene, or a closely related field.
• Six (6) years of professional work experience in occupational health, safety, laboratory compliance, or related regulatory oversight.
• Demonstrated experience leading safety or compliance programs, including policy development and regulatory interpretation.
• Experience overseeing laboratory safety, occupational health programs, and/or public health compliance initiatives.
• Experience developing and delivering training and testing programs in regulated environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science
• Experience within a veterinary clinical organization
• Relevant professional certification (e.g., ASCP, CSP, CIH, CHMM, or equivalent) preferred based on program needs

Additional Physical Demands

Persons allergic to animal dander, dust, pollen, hay, etc., may experience discomfort in this position.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5013 - Safety/Environmental Compliance Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible. The budgeted salary range for the Associate Director position is $90,000 to $100,000. The Director position is $95,000 to $105,000. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on Monday, March 30, 2026 . Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Gireesh Rajashekara ([email protected]). For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — the state’s flagship public university and one of the world’s leading research institutions — every staff member helps shape what’s next . Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you’re empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence — where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or [email protected].

Requisition ID : 1035366

Job Category : Professional and Administrative

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