Senior Radiation Safety Specialist — Hybrid Role

UT MD Anderson; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical coverage

Tuition Assistance Program

Paid time off and holidays

Defined-benefit pension

Job summary

A leading cancer research institution in Houston, Texas is seeking a Principal Safety Specialist for the Radiation Safety team. This role involves oversight of radioactive materials use, maintaining compliance with safety regulations, and collaborating with clinical and research partners. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in a related field, extensive experience in radiation safety, and relevant certifications. The position offers a hybrid work schedule, competitive salary, and excellent benefits including medical coverage and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 10 years of Environmental health and safety experience required.
• 3 years in Health care or research facilities preferred.
• Required certifications include Certified Health Physicist (CHP), CSP, MRSO, and ABR.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal and external occupational dose calculations and exposure assessments.
• Provide safety analyses for clinical protocols and give safety recommendations.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Skills

Health Physics expertise

Radiation safety

Exposure assessments

Regulatory compliance

Education

Master's Degree in Applied or Basic Science

PhD in Applied or Basic Science

Job description

A leading cancer research institution in Houston, Texas is seeking a Principal Safety Specialist for the Radiation Safety team. This role involves oversight of radioactive materials use, maintaining compliance with safety regulations, and collaborating with clinical and research partners. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in a related field, extensive experience in radiation safety, and relevant certifications. The position offers a hybrid work schedule, competitive salary, and excellent benefits including medical coverage and tuition assistance.