Radiation Protection Technician

ESRF - The European Synchrotron; Grenoble; Sur place; EUR 35 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

ESRF - The European Synchrotron in Grenoble is seeking a technician to monitor and manage radioactive samples and ensure compliance with radiation protection. This role involves performing dosimetry monitoring and calibration of radiation equipment.

The ideal candidate holds a higher technician qualification in radiation protection or a related field and is eager to work in a high-level scientific environment. Applicants must be skilled in English communication and demonstrate teamwork and organization.

A permanent contract is offered, with salary based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Hold a higher technician qualification in a related field.
• Open to recent graduates and candidates with initial experience.
• Solid foundation in radiation protection regulations and techniques.
• Rigorous, well-organized, enjoy teamwork.
• Practical level of English for effective communication.

Responsabilités

• Monitor and manage radioactive samples and sources.
• Perform personal and environmental dosimetry monitoring.
• Participate in calibration and maintenance of radiation equipment.
• Ensure compliance with radiation protection requirements.
• Contribute to radiological monitoring of accelerators.

Connaissances

Radiation protection regulations

Technical skills in dosimetry

Teamwork

Rigorous and organized work

Effective communication in English

Formation

Higher technician qualification (Bachelor's, BTS, DUT, Licence)

Description du poste

Overview

The ESRF is one of the world’s most advanced synchrotron facilities, where thousands of researchers explore matter at the atomic scale using very high‑energy X‑rays. Joining the ESRF means contributing to a unique international scientific infrastructure that supports research and innovation.

At the heart of the ESRF, the Safety Group ensures a controlled working environment by addressing the radiation protection challenges associated with accelerators and beamline equipment. From shielding studies and radiation monitoring to personal and environmental dosimetry, its activities are essential to the successful operation of scientific experiments.

Some beamlines use radioactive sources for calibration purposes, while others involve the handling of radioactive samples. Radiation protection is therefore a key component in supporting scientific research.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring, managing, and ensuring the traceability of radioactive samples and sources
• Performing personal and environmental dosimetry monitoring and analysis
• Participating in the calibration, maintenance, and operation of radiation measurement equipment
• Ensuring compliance with radiation protection requirements in experimental hutches and around X‑ray generators
• Contributing to the radiological monitoring of the accelerators, working close to the facilities

Qualifications

• You hold a higher technician qualification (Bachelor's degree, BTS, DUT, Licence, or international equivalent) in radiation protection or a related field such as nuclear safety.
• This position is open to both recent graduates and candidates with initial professional experience. Your motivation, technical skills, and personal qualities will be key assets for success in this role.
• You have a solid foundation in radiation protection regulations and techniques, which you are eager to apply and further develop within a high-level scientific environment. Specific training on ESRF facilities (accelerators and X‑ray beamlines) will enable you to quickly build expertise.
• You are rigorous, well‑organized, and enjoy working as part of a team. You thrive in demanding technical environments where precision, reliability, and a strong sense of responsibility are essential.
• English is the working language of the ESRF and is an integral part of daily activities. A practical level of English enabling effective communication in an international professional environment is required.

Working Conditions

Permanent contract. The salary will be calculated on the basis of relevant qualifications and professional experience.

Equal Opportunity

The ESRF is an equal‑opportunity employer and encourages applications from disabled persons.