Radiation Safety Program Lead - Research Lab Oversight

Penn State University; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 91,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Excellent retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Penn State University in University Park seeks an experienced Radiation Safety professional to lead broad radiation safety programs under the EHS umbrella. The role provides guidance to staff, maintains compliance, and supports research education in a large university setting.

The successful candidate will manage dosimetry, emergency response, and security programs, collaborate across campus locations, and ensure safety for employees, students, and the public.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Health Physics, Nuclear Engineering, or closely related field.
• Must be trustworthy and reliable, per NRC and PA DEP regulations.
• Certification as a Health Physicist preferred.
• Familiarization or experience in a research or clinical lab with hazards.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to diverse audiences.
• Must respond to radiological hazard emergencies as directed.

Responsibilities

• Stewards the University’s Broadscope Radioactive Materials Program.
• Oversees Emergency Response and Radioactive Materials Security programs.
• Oversees the University's Dosimetry Programs, including bioassay support.
• Assists RSO with meetings and supports safety program leadership.
• Oversees radon and environmental radioactivity management programs.
• Collaborates with EHS team to support department mission.

Skills

Technical communication

Hazard recognition

Emergency response readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physics / Health Physics / Nuclear Engineering or related

Tools

Radiation safety equipment

Dosimetry systems

Job description

Penn State University in University Park seeks an experienced Radiation Safety professional to lead broad radiation safety programs under the EHS umbrella. The role provides guidance to staff, maintains compliance, and supports research education in a large university setting.

The successful candidate will manage dosimetry, emergency response, and security programs, collaborate across campus locations, and ensure safety for employees, students, and the public.