Industrial Hygienist Senior

BS

4 yrs

None

Must be able to carry equipment (up to 35lbs) to locations around campus; walk on uneven surfaces; and climb ladders.

Monday – Friday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Protect the Health and Safety of the University Community

The University of Kentucky is seeking an Industrial Hygienist to serve as a senior technical leader within Occupational Health and Safety, providing expertise in exposure assessment, occupational health programs, and regulatory compliance.

This role supports the health and safety of employees, students, patients, researchers, and visitors by identifying workplace hazards, evaluating risks, and implementing effective control measures. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted resource across research, healthcare, academic, and operational environments while leading programs that strengthen compliance and reduce occupational health risks.

What You’ll Do

What You’ll Bring

Minimum Requirements

What’s In It for You

Why Now?
As workplace environments become increasingly complex, organizations need experienced professionals who can proactively identify hazards, interpret evolving regulations, and implement practical solutions that protect people while supporting operational goals.

In this role, you’ll help strengthen the university’s occupational health programs, guide data-driven safety decisions, and support a culture of prevention that benefits employees, students, researchers, and healthcare professionals across the institution.

Optional Writing Sample
If you choose to submit a writing sample, please submit a sample of a complete or partial indoor air quality report, or similar document in which you made a recommendation for improvements related to an occupational safety and health issue(s). A visit summary in which you addressed the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, prevention, and/or control of a workplace hazard(s) is also acceptable. The writing sample should showcase your knowledge in the fields of occupational safety and health, and industrial hygiene.

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.