Radiation Safety Specialist

UIOWA • Iowa City, IA

22d • Hybrid

About The Position

Assure proper and safe use of radioactive materials by the university and Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) community by conducting radiation safety evaluations, audits and inspections and developing and administering programs that promote safe use and assure regulatory compliance. Work with investigators and researchers to promote and assure the proper and safe use of radioactive materials. Oversee and conduct radioactive materials therapy patient monitoring. Possess knowledge, skills and expertise in the use of radioactive materials. Work Modality: Hybrid, within Iowa. T o learn more about the department visit https://ehs.research.uiowa.edu/ For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below. About Pay and Compensation: Pay Grade: 4A Qualifications: Education or Equivalency Required A Bachelor’s degree in a Physical or Life Science or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in a Physical or Life Science or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Typically, 1 year of health physics related experience.
• Working knowledge of radiation safety instrumentation.
• Working knowledge of NRC Radiation Protection regulations, or equivalent agreement state.
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication, attention to detail, interpersonal, and relationship management skills, and ability to interact positively.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Possession of a valid state or commercial driver's license, and the ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards.

Nice To Haves

• Experience performing hospital patient coverage after treatment with radioactive materials.
• Radioactive materials shipping experience.
• Certification by the National Registry of Radiation Protection Technicians.
• Working knowledge of Iowa HHS Radiation Protection regulations.
• Experience handling hazardous (radioactive) materials.
• Familiarity with radiation safety practices in a hospital environment.
• Knowledge of university policies, procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

• conducting radiation safety evaluations, audits and inspections
• developing and administering programs that promote safe use and assure regulatory compliance
• Work with investigators and researchers to promote and assure the proper and safe use of radioactive materials
• Oversee and conduct radioactive materials therapy patient monitoring

Benefits

• Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies.
• Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists.
• Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level