Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist

ABOUT eGENESIS

eGenesis is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing human-compatible engineered organs to address the severe global organ shortage. The Company’s proprietary genome engineering platform enables extensive, multiplex gene edits to remove key biological barriers, add protective human transgenes, and inactivate endogenous retroviruses. EGEN-2784, a genetically engineered porcine kidney, is the Company’s lead program and is currently being evaluated in a multi-patient Expanded Access study at MGH. eGenesis is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.    At eGenesis, our core values—innovation, collaboration, compassion, resilience, and passion—are at the center of how we work. We engineer hope and bring passion to everything we do. We collaborate and learn from one another, combining diverse expertise to tackle complex challenges. We innovate boldly, pushing boundaries and science to new heights. where no pig organ has gone before. With resilience, we navigate challenges and celebrate progress together. And in all we do, we lead with compassion—for our patients, our people, and our pigs.

POSITION SUMMARY

eGenesis is seeking a hands-on Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to support workplace health and safety programs at our Northwest, Indiana location. This position works closely with the Director of EHS to implement safety programs, conduct inspections, investigate incidents, deliver training, and promote a proactive safety culture. The role supports a unique environment that includes GMP manufacturing operations, research laboratories, animal care operations, veterinary and surgical support areas, maintenance activities, and agricultural facilities. The ideal candidate enjoys being in the field, partnering with employees, and helping identify practical solutions that reduce risk and protect employees. This position offers the opportunity to build a broad EHS skill set while supporting a growing biotechnology company with diverse operations.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• EHS Program Support
• Partner with the Director of EHS to implement and continuously improve EHS programs
• Promote a positive safety culture through employee engagement and visible field presence
• Serve as a safety resource for employees and supervisors
• Support company safety committees and employee engagement initiatives
• Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Support and maintain safety programs for laboratory, GMP manufacturing, and agricultural operations, including areas where biological materials are handled
• Conduct workplace inspections, compliance audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards and reduce workplace risk
• Conduct incident investigations, identify root causes, and assist departments in implementing corrective actions