Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator

The role

You will support daily safety operations and partner with Lab Operations, R&D, Facilities, and Quality Assurance. This role involves safety training, compliance, inspections, and waste management in a laboratory environment.

What you will do

• Help deliver and coordinate employee safety training
• Support adherence to company safety policies and applicable regulations
• Assist with required safety inspections and quarterly audits
• Coordinate handling and disposal of medical and biohazardous waste
• Support ergonomic assessments and follow-up actions
• Assist with safety drills, emergency response activities, and incident investigations
• Maintain safety documentation and logs
• Track and report safety data and incident trends
• Provide administrative support to the Safety Committee and during emergency response events
• Serve as a friendly first point of contact for routine safety questions

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science field (biology, chemistry, environmental science, or related) or equivalent lab or safety experience
• 0–2 years of related experience
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Clear, professional communication with colleagues at all levels
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn EHS regulations and company procedures
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and handle safety equipment
• Regular computer and telephone use
• Ability to read printed material
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be needed

Nice to have

• Basic knowledge of laboratory or workplace safety
• Familiarity with chemical safety and waste management
• Interest in pursuing EHS certifications such as ASP or CSP

Benefits

• Hands-on training and mentorship from senior EHS staff
• Support for professional development and certification pursuit
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Life and disability plans
• Free testing for employees and immediate families
• Fertility care benefits
• Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
• Commuter benefits

About the company

Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing, transforming how disease is detected and managed across Women’s Health, Oncology, Organ Health, and Rare Disease.