Health Physicist

Squeakywheelpromotions; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Health Physicist at a leading UK scientific facility, focusing on promoting radiation safety culture. The role involves conducting radiation safety surveys, overseeing dosimetry processes, and writing safety documentation, offering a chance to contribute significantly to ongoing research and safety practices.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

26 days annual leave plus public holidays

Defined benefit pension scheme

Access to on-site amenities

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience in Radiation Protection or Health Physics environment.
• Knowledge of Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017.
• Experience with radiation detectors and dosimetry.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiation surveys and inspections.
• Assist with personnel dosimetry and record keeping.
• Supervise transport and disposal of radioactive sources.

Skills

Radiation monitoring

Health Physics

Radiation safety

Education

Degree in Physics or relevant science discipline

Job description

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About Us

Diamond Light Source is the UKs national synchrotron; a huge scientific facility designed to produce very intense beams of X-rays, infrared and ultraviolet light. Our scientists use the light to study a vast range of subject matter, from new medicines and treatments for disease to innovative engineering and cutting-edge technology.

About Us

Diamond Light Source is the UKs national synchrotron; a huge scientific facility designed to produce very intense beams of X-rays, infrared and ultraviolet light. Our scientists use the light to study a vast range of subject matter, from new medicines and treatments for disease to innovative engineering and cutting-edge technology.

Diamond is one of the most advanced scientific facilities in the world, and its pioneering capabilities and talented staff are helping to keep the UK at the forefront of scientific research.

About The Role

We now have an opportunity for a Health Physicist to provide health physics services and promote radiation (ionising & non-ionising) safety culture at Diamond.

The successful applicant will carry out the following duties in the field of ionising and non-ionising radiation safety:

• Performing routine/ annual radiation surveys/ inspections during the commissioning, operation of the Diamond accelerators and beamlines, X-ray units, Electron Microscope units or any other ionising devices.
• Assisting with the supply of personnel dosimetry and associated record keeping.
• Assisting with the writing of appropriate Local Rules, any ionising or non-ionising radiation safety notes/advice, risk assessments and Systems of work.
• Supervising the purchase, transport and disposal of radioactive sources and waste and associated record keeping.
• Provide/design/ arrange/ review any radiation safety training according to need
  
  

About You

You will be qualified to degree level in physics or other relevant discipline in science, along with experience and knowledge in the following areas:

• Working in a Radiation Protection or Health Physics environment.
• Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017, including its Approved Code of Practice and the Environmental Permitting Regulations.
• Radiation monitoring, including neutron fields, detectors, dosimetry, X-ray & EM units and dose control
  
  

Experience of working in a synchrotron radiation environment would be an advantage, although training can be provided.

Benefits

Diamond offers an exceptional benefits package to support staff in achieving a positive work/life balance. This includes 26 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, public holidays, 2 annual volunteering days and flexible working hours. We also offer an excellent defined benefit pension scheme. Staff also have access to a range of amenities on site including a nursery, cafes, a restaurant and sports and leisure facilities. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable.

To Apply

Please use the online application process to apply and tell us why you believe you are suitable for this role.

The initial closing date for applications is 8thJune 2025, however applications will be reviewed and interviewed on an ongoing basis until this vacancy is filled.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

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  Full-time

Job function

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  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Research Services

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