Radiation Calibration Specialist

University of Wisconsin Madison•Madison, WI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Medical Physics is seeking a Radiation Calibration Specialist to provide brachytherapy well-chamber and source calibrations and uphold the highest standards of radiological safety. This role will also oversee the calibrations of survey meters, and assist with managing the lifecycle of both sealed and unsealed radioactive sources. Beyond routine operations, the Radiation Calibration Specialist will contribute to research aimed at building a world-class, activity-based calibration laboratory. This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in experimental laboratory research, with knowledge of ionizing radiation physics
Experience in radiation laboratory environment, including working with radiation sources and calibration equipment
Familiarity utilizing liquid radioactive solutions
Experience with general laboratory safety regulations and procedures

Responsibilities

Calibration of well chambers and radioactive sources
Consults with department personnel on proper protocol for maintaining laboratory compliance with accrediting organizations
Provides instruction and technical support on newly developed and existing measurement instrumentation in various environments
Radiation and Laboratory safety
Contributes to the development of radiation dosimetry research through presentations for internal and external audiences
Facilitates cooperative research group(s) to improve current and develop new highly sensitive ionizing radiation measurement instrumentation
Designs, implements, and executes research plans for improving clinical ionizing radiation metrology instrumentation