Radiation Safety Manager

University of South Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Radiation Safety Officer to oversee the safe use of radioactive materials and ensure compliance with regulations. This role involves managing the radiation safety program, providing technical support, and conducting safety inspections. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in radiation safety management and a commitment to fostering a safe research environment. Join a vibrant academic community dedicated to student success and innovative research, with ample opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Assistance

Leave Programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline and five years of radiation safety experience.
• Master's degree with three years of experience is also acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and manage the radiation safety program.
• Conduct safety inspections and provide training to staff and students.

Skills

Radiation Safety Management

Regulatory Compliance

Technical Support

Safety Inspections

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

Master's degree in a scientific discipline

Job description

Organizational Unit: Research Integrity & Compliance is a unit within the USF system vice presidential area, Office of Research & Innovation. The main function of RIC is to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations pertaining to the responsible conduct of research. The division manages programs such as Human Research Protection, Animal Safety, Diving Safety, Radiation Safety, Biosafety, Scientific Misconduct, Conflicts of Interest in Research, Export Control, and HIPAA. RIC has 35 employees and an annual budget of nearly $3 million. Clients include USF research faculty, students, staff, and researchers at affiliated institutions.

Position Summary: The Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) ensures the safe use of radioactive materials and radiation-generating equipment in compliance with federal and state regulations and USF policies. The RSO manages the radiation safety program and staff, providing technical support and oversight to USF faculty, staff, students, and affiliates.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline and five years of radiation safety experience, or Master's degree with three years of experience. Work experience cannot substitute for the degree.

Preferred Qualifications: Certified health physicist, familiarity with government regulations on radioactive materials, supervisory experience in radiation safety management.

Required Licensure: Licensure as a Certified Health Physicist is mandatory.

USF is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success, with rapid rise in rankings, serving over 50,000 students across Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota-Manatee. USF is a Preeminent State Research University and a member of the American Athletic Conference.

Working at USF

USF employs over 16,000 staff, fostering a rich academic environment with opportunities for development, career growth, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and leave programs.

Responsibilities include ensuring proper staffing and equipment for the USF radiation safety program, maintaining compliance records, reviewing safety procedures, managing the USF tax-free alcohol and laser safety programs, conducting safety inspections, and providing training. The RSO develops and maintains safety procedures, conducts audits, and ensures compliance with all relevant regulations.