Chemical Safety Data Reviewer
The Chemical Safety Data Reviewer helps improve the accuracy and reliability of Harvard’s chemical safety information and supports regulatory compliance. Working remotely, the reviewer compares Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) with information in the LabCup chemical management system, identifies and corrects discrepancies, and escalates unclear or conflicting information for resolution. This position offers experience with chemical safety information, data verification, and environmental health and safety systems. Training and guidance will be provided.
Specific Responsibilities
- Review SDSs uploaded to LabCup, compare parsed information against the original source document, and correct missing, incomplete, inconsistent, or incorrectly parsed information.
- Escalate unclear or conflicting information to the appropriate EHS subject matter expert for resolution.
- Communicate recurring parsing errors, data-quality issues, and system concerns to project contacts.
- Verify the accuracy and completeness of chemical names, physical properties, GHS classifications, NFPA 704 ratings, and transportation information, when applicable.
- Verify emergency response information, including IFC classification, extinguishing media, spill response procedures, and incompatible materials.
- Complete assigned SDS reviews accurately and within established timelines.
Requirements
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing technical documents.
- Demonstrated experience reviewing SDSs or other chemical safety information.
- Experience with technical document review, data validation, or quality assurance.
- Ability to work independently while managing a high volume of records.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience using LabCup or a similar chemical inventory system.
- Familiarity with SDS content, GHS classifications, NFPA 704 ratings, IFC classifications, transportation information, and emergency-response details.
- Experience in a laboratory, academic, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or research setting.
Work Schedule: 10-14 Hours Per Week
Hourly Rate: $25
Position Duration: Temporary, Project-Based
Work Location: Remote