Radiation Metrology Specialist

University of Wisconsin Madison•Madison, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Medical Physics is seeking a Radiation Metrology Specialist to support our brachytherapy well chamber and source calibration efforts and uphold the highest standards of radiological safety. This role will monitor radiation accuracy and safety, perform calibrations of brachytherapy sources, maintain a comprehensive suite of survey meters, and assist with managing the lifecycle of both sealed and unsealed radioactive sources. Beyond routine operations, the Radiation Metrology Specialist will contribute to research aimed at building a world-class, activity-based metrological laboratory. This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Requirements

Experience in experimental laboratory research, with familiarity utilizing liquid radioactive solutions
Experience as a radiation safety personnel member at the laboratory level
Experience in general laboratory safety regulations and procedures
Bachelor's Degree Required

Responsibilities

Calibration of well chambers and radioactive sources
Consults with department personnel on proper protocol for maintaining laboratory compliance with accrediting organizations
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
Contributes to the development of radiation dosimetry research through presentations for internal and external audiences
Radiation and Laboratory safety
Provides instruction and technical support on newly developed and existing measurement instrumentation in various environments