Health Physics Field Lead: Radiation Safety & Projects

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Los Alamos (NM)

On-site

USD 106,000 - 195,000

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Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking qualified individuals for HP Field Coordinator positions at level 2 or 3 based on skills. The role is part of Radiation Protection Institutional Programs (RPP-PROG) and includes providing technical guidance, conducting health physics analyses, and ensuring compliance with 10 CFR 835 and laboratory procedures.

Positions require a Bachelor's in Health Physics or related field with several years of experience; higher level demands 8 years.

Qualifications

Demonstrated experience with a variety of radiological controls and the surveillance of related safety measures and requirements.
Extensive experience with radiation monitoring, personnel exposure control, dosimetry, calibration of instrumentation and other health physics activities.
In depth knowledge of legal requirements and environmental impacts affecting radiological safety/protection.
Demonstrated experience and demonstrated skill in conducting research, investigating alternative solutions, and recommending solutions on problems affecting radiological safety/protection.
Skill to conceptualize and communicate major elements of radiological safety/protection to both technical and non-technical personnel.
Skill in the preparation and presentation of radiological safety/protection reports.

Responsibilities

Provide radiological safety-related technical support and guidance on basic problems; recommend corrective actions.
Provide engineering controls and perform dose or shielding calculations.
Lead or provide technical direction for RP activities within a work unit.