Environmental Radiochemist — Flexible Hours & Health Impact

Arizona Department of Administration; Phoenix (AZ); Presencial; USD 48 000 - 65 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical and dental insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Parental leave up to 12 weeks

10 paid holidays per year

Wellness program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Defined retirement plan

Infant at Work program

Transit subsidy

Student loan assistance

Resumo da oferta

DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES seeks an Environmental Radiochemist to perform radiochemical analysis of environmental samples and conduct inspections of radiation facilities. Responsibilities include sample collection, dosimetry handling, and QA activities.

Preference will be given to candidates with a health physics degree and experience in radiation safety. This role requires driving statewide to respond to incidents and support surveillance programs.

Qualificações

• Knowledge of radiation safety principles and environmental protection.
• Experience with radiochemical analysis for gamma and beta emitters.
• Familiarity with thermoluminescent dosimetry and dosimetry instruments.
• Clear written and oral communication for reporting results and revisions.

Responsabilidades

• Collect soil, air, water, and milk samples near Palo Verde.
• Perform radiochemical analysis for gamma/beta radionuclides.
• Prepare environmental dosimeters for analysis and review results.
• Inspect and investigate radiation safety practices and facilities.
• Respond to incidents involving radioactive material statewide.
• Prepare analyses using wet chemistry techniques.

Conhecimentos

Radiation safety

Radiochemistry methods

Gamma spectrometry

Liquid scintillation

Dosimetry

Quality assurance

Reporting & writing

Regulatory knowledge

Formação académica

Bachelor degree in health physics or related

Descrição da oferta de emprego

DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES seeks an Environmental Radiochemist to perform radiochemical analysis of environmental samples and conduct inspections of radiation facilities. Responsibilities include sample collection, dosimetry handling, and QA activities.

Preference will be given to candidates with a health physics degree and experience in radiation safety. This role requires driving statewide to respond to incidents and support surveillance programs.