Regional Health Physicist (Northeast)

Siemens Healthineers

About The Position

Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We encourage you to step beyond your comfort zone, offering resources and flexibility to foster your professional and personal growth, all while valuing your unique contributions. As a Regional Health Physicist within the Radioharma Business Segment, you will hold direct responsibility for supporting a portfolio of cyclotron manufacturing and PET nuclear pharmacy facilities across the Northeastern United States. In this role, you will serve as a key technical and regulatory partner, ensuring radiation safety, environmental health, and operational excellence across critical manufacturing and distribution operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Radiation Protection (Health Physics), Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Safety, or a related discipline; or an engineering or science degree with directly applicable experience
3+ years of experience in radiochemical or radiopharmaceutical manufacturing operations with responsibilities similar to those described above, or applied radiation protection experience in facilities handling curie quantities of unsealed radioactive material
Ability to obtain Certified Health Physicist (CHP) certification within one year, if not already certified
Must reside within the Northeastern United States, with reasonable access to New York City, Philadelphia, Boston, and surrounding areas, or willingness to relocate
Ability to travel up to 50% domestically

Nice To Haves

Conducting or supporting regulatory and compliance audits
Working within U.S. radioactive materials regulatory frameworks and OSHA requirements
Implementing or supporting an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Management System
Proficiency with the Microsoft 365 software suite
Operating effectively in a fast-paced, operational environment, prioritizing multiple workstreams while collaborating with cross-functional subject matter experts and receiving guidance from a line manager
Working remotely as part of a distributed team while maintaining a high level of personal accountability and ownership
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly and accurately convey technical regulatory and corporate program requirements to internal and external stakeholders
A collaborative approach to problem-solving, engaging relevant stakeholders to develop practical solutions that support regulatory compliance and business needs
An advanced degree or Certified Health Physicist (CHP) certification may substitute for up to two years of experience

Responsibilities

Providing day-to-day operational support for radiation safety and Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs across assigned facilities
Leading and guiding the implementation of radiation protection and EHS programs to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, internal policies, and industry standards, with a strong understanding of business and operational impact
Preparing, generating, and submitting complex regulatory and corporate reports to meet licensing, compliance, and internal governance requirements
Ensuring compliance with regulatory agency requirements and corporate policies by developing new programs and updating existing programs in response to changes in regulations, policies, or operational practices
Evaluating the radiation safety and EHS impact of new processes, products, and facility changes, and collaborating with engineering and operations teams to develop practical, compliant solutions that support business objectives
Overseeing complex EHS and radiation safety initiatives, including compliance audits, regulatory inspections, due diligence activities, and legal or regulatory support efforts as required
Independently developing and revising operating procedures, technical basis documents, and other advanced program documentation supporting safe and compliant operations
Applying advanced technical judgment and analytical skills to resolve complex, non-routine issues not addressed by existing procedures or standard practices
Demonstrating strong critical thinking and problem-solving capability to successfully resolve high-impact, complex, and cross-functional challenges