Sr. Associate I, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)

Job Description

About This Role:
Biogen is actively seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Associate I, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) to join our team in Cambridge. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing our chemical hygiene practices to ensure a safe laboratory environment.  Your responsibilities will include laboratory safety, hazardous waste management, chemical inventory, training, emergency response, among others. As part of the EHS team, you will directly contribute to the safety and wellbeing of our Cambridge site employees and contractors, reflecting Biogen's commitment to excellence in all aspects of our operations.  This role is a full-time, on-site position requiring presence in Cambridge 5 days a week.

What You’ll Do:

• Champion laboratory safety by providing proactive, hands-on EHS support.
• Perform site management system responsibilities including: communication plan, training program, controlled documents, and digital systems.
• Manage the hazardous waste and biowaste program, overseeing vendor relationships, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimizing disposal processes.
• Maintain and implement the site's comprehensive emergency preparedness and response program, including drills and training.
• Lead the chemical inventory program, ensuring accurate tracking, regulatory compliance, and safe storage practices.
• Conduct thorough EHS reviews for new laboratory equipment and processes through the Management of Change program.
• Deliver engaging EHS training programs via classroom and on-the-job sessions, fostering a culture of safety awareness and compliance.
• Continuously review and update written EHS programs and procedures to guarantee regulatory compliance, enhance effectiveness, and promote best practices.
• Assist with incident investigations, root cause analyses, and drive the implementation of effective corrective and preventative actions.
• Cultivate strong partnerships with internal clients to effectively implement EHS programs and provide expert guidance and support.
• Take part in emergency response activities, including on-call support.

Qualifications

Who You Are:
You are a proactive and detail-oriented professional who thrives in dynamic environments. You excel at building relationships and collaborating with diverse teams to achieve shared goals. You bring a solutions-focused mindset and are passionate about safety, sustainability, and environmental health. You are driven to continuously improve processes while maintaining compliance with regulations and company policies. You are confident in your ability to balance hands-on operational tasks with strategic program development and implementation.

Required Skills:

• Associate’s Degree in life sciences, environmental sciences, or a related field (required); Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in EHS, laboratory safety, or environmental compliance roles.
• Strong knowledge of hazardous waste management regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in developing and delivering training materials for diverse audiences.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to perform inspections, document findings, and implement corrective actions effectively.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and applying root cause analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with sustainability initiatives and environmental stewardship practices.
• Flexibility to participate in emergency response activities, including on-call support.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in a research and development laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of ergonomic assessments and best practices for laboratory settings.
• Understanding of engineering or construction project safety requirements.

Additional Information

The base salary range for this position is $79,000 to $103,000. Base salary offered is determined though an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.  

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.   

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees and their families' physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:  

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances 
• Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement   
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance  
• A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31) 
• Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 days off for Personal Significance 
• 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit 
• 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions 
• Employee stock purchase plan   
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year   
• Employee Resource Groups participation

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.