Radiation Metrology Scientist - National Standards

Bayside Hotel Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Government agency in Southern Sydney is seeking a Radiation Measurement Scientist to join a specialist team responsible for maintaining and delivering national radioactivity measurement standards and associated scientific services.

The role involves laboratory analysis of radioactive materials, calibration and metrology activities, data interpretation, reporting, and coordinating national measurement programs in a regulated scientific environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physics, Radiochemistry, Nuclear Science or a closely related scientific discipline.
• Knowledge of ionising radiation and associated measurement techniques.
• Experience in a scientific laboratory, research or technically regulated environment.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret scientific data and prepare accurate technical reports.
• Experience with scientific instrumentation, laboratory measurement techniques and experimental procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, conduct and document scientific experiments and investigations.
• Strong attention to detail and understanding of laboratory quality assurance, safety and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking specialised laboratory activities involving the preparation, measurement and analysis of radioactive materials.
• Supporting the development, maintenance and improvement of national radioactivity measurement standards.
• Conducting radiation measurements, analysing scientific data and evaluating measurement accuracy and uncertainty.
• Assisting with the coordination and delivery of national radioactivity measurement and calibration programs.
• Preparing technical reports, measurement certificates and associated scientific documentation.
• Supporting the calibration and verification of radiation measurement equipment for internal and external clients.
• Liaising with scientific, medical and industry stakeholders to coordinate technical services and ensure timely delivery.
• Contributing to laboratory process improvements while ensuring compliance with relevant quality, safety and regulatory requirements.
• Assisting with the planning, coordination and management of scientific projects, resources and laboratory activities.

Skills

Ionising radiation knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Data interpretation

Laboratory instrumentation experience

Experiment design

Education

Degree in Physics, Radiochemistry, Nuclear Science or related discipline

Tools

Scientific instrumentation

Job description

The Australian Government agency in Southern Sydney is seeking a Radiation Measurement Scientist to join a specialist team responsible for maintaining and delivering national radioactivity measurement standards and associated scientific services.

The role involves laboratory analysis of radioactive materials, calibration and metrology activities, data interpretation, reporting, and coordinating national measurement programs in a regulated scientific environment.