Health Physicist

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Health Physicist within Environmental Health and Safety to lead the radiation safety program across X-ray, laser, and non-ionizing safety areas. The role involves developing and implementing policies, training, and audits to ensure compliance while supporting safe education and research practices on campus.

Responsibilities include supervising safety programs, conducting specialized surveys, advising managers on radiation practices, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 1+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.
• Within 6 months of hire, the candidate must obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License with Hazmat endorsement.
• This position requires successful completion of background checks and authorization to work in the U.S.; Penn State does not sponsor visas.

Responsibilities

• Implement and oversee the radiation protection program involving X-ray devices, non-ionizing radiation devices (including lasers), and assisting with radioactive materials and radioactive waste.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations through auditing and oversight to achieve desired outcomes.
• Steward the University's X-ray Safety Program, Laser Safety Program, and Non-ionizing Safety Program.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

POSITION SPECIFICS:

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), a part of Penn State's University Police & Public Safety, is seeking applicants for a Health Physicist position.

Responsibilities

• Implementing and overseeing the radiation protection program involving X-ray devices, non-ionizing radiation devices (including lasers), and assisting with radioactive materials and radioactive waste.
• Program elements encompass instrumentation, inventory control, record creation and maintenance, surveys, audits and inspections, training, transportation, environmental assessment, and waste management.
• This role ensures compliance with state and federal regulations through auditing and oversight to achieve desired outcomes.
• Steward the University's X-ray Safety Program
• Steward the University's Laser Safety Program
• Steward the University's Non-ionizing Safety Program, including responsibility for UV, RF, and magnetic field safety
• Implements radiation safety training programs, and specifically those for x-ray and laser safety
• Implements policies and procedures in compliance with university policy and state and federal regulations
• Implements quality assurance procedures for laboratory measurements and analysis
• Determines risks and performs specialized surveys to evaluate non-routine ionizing and non-ionizing radiation hazards
• Assists in emergency operations involving radioactive materials
• Provides technical advice and consultation to supervisors, department heads, and managers regarding ionizing and non-ionizing radiation practices, procedures, policies, and regulations
• Analyzes and researches data and may present findings at scientific and professional meetings
• Participates as a member of the EHS team, providing other departmental staff members with cooperation and support to further the departmental mission
• Assists in implementing or helps in implementing a wide variety of radiation safety services across a large research University environment in a manner that allows for safe & efficient education and research to take place

Minimum Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications

• Bachelor's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• Required Certifications: None
• Within 6 months of hire, the successful candidate must obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License with Hazmat endorsement as well as a personal status of being trustworthy and reliable by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

Background Checks / Clearances

• Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
• This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
• Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $72,300.00 - $108,444.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Robust retirement plans.
• Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• Generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

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