Senior Health Physicist

The Senior Health Physicist is responsible for implementing portions of the Radiation Protection Program, supporting policies, programs and procedures as directed by the Health Physics Manager or designee.

The successful candidate will perform a wide variety of complex radiological assignments to minimize personnel exposures to radiological hazards and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and procedures. This position monitors radiation safety compliance by providing radiological support to the production of radiopharmaceuticals, research and development as well as project activities. Health Physicists conduct regular radiological surveys, oversee the use of radioactive materials, perform instrument calibrations, conduct area, process and program audits as necessary.

Additionally, this position conducts regular environmental sampling and analyses as well as personnel training to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and hazard assessments. Work at this level is distinguished by the application of technical knowledge of radiation safety, regulatory requirements and guidance as well as interpretation of radiological analyses. Perform similar and related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm. There will be occasional support beyond normal work hours(i.e., off shift, weekend, night shifts, holydays) and during radiological emergencies as business needs require. Work from home is expected to be sporadic during personal emergencies and atthe discretion of the Health Physics Manager.

Job description:

The Senior Health Physicist is responsible for implementing portions of the Radiation Protection Program, supporting policies, programs and procedures as directed by the Health Physics Manager or designee.

The successful candidate will perform a wide variety of complex radiological assignments to minimize personnel exposures to radiological hazards and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and procedures. This position monitors radiation safety compliance by providing radiological support to the production of radiopharmaceuticals, research and development as well as project activities. Health Physicists conduct regular radiological surveys, oversee the use of radioactive materials, perform instrument calibrations, conduct area, process and program audits as necessary.

Additionally, this position conducts regular environmental sampling and analyses as well as personnel training to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and hazard assessments. Work at this level is distinguished by the application of technical knowledge of radiation safety, regulatory requirements and guidance as well as interpretation of radiological analyses. Perform similar and related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm. There will be occasional support beyond normal work hours(i.e., off shift, weekend, night shifts, holydays) and during radiological emergencies as business needs require. Work from home is expected to be sporadic during personal emergencies and atthe discretion of the Health Physics Manager.

• Lead program functions and/or support groups with use of radioactive materials.
• Ensure the implementation of assigned elements of the Radiation Protection Program.
• Must maintain operational compliance with US and international regulatory agencies and guidelines (i.e. FDA, EU, HC, TGA, PIC/S, ISO, USP, NRC, cGMP, etc.).
• Inspect and audit operations involving the use of radioactive materials to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, corporate and site policies, permits, procedures. Recommend and implement corrective actions when appropriate.
• Develop and implement Radiological Work Permits for…