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Provost ORS - Radiation Safety

About the Department

The University of Chicago Office of Research works with faculty and deans to support and enhance research and to support and oversee institutional research infrastructure including University Research Administration (URA), Research Development Support, the Office of Research Safety, Research Computing Center, Globus, the University of Chicago Consortium for Advanced Science and Engineering (CASE), and Schmidt Future Fellows.

The Radiation Safety team at the University of Chicago is committed to reduce human exposure to radiation through the proper management and disposal of all radioactive materials utilized in clinical, teaching, and research activities at the University of Chicago. Additionally, our staff also oversees UChicago\'s X-ray radiation program and laser safety program.

Job Summary

The Associate Health Physicist will provide support to the University of Chicago\'s Radiation Safety Program and Laser Safety Program. The primary functions and duties will be in the following areas: radioactive waste management, radiation monitoring program, laboratory surveys, package receipt surveys, radioactive material accountability, emergency response, escort users to secure locations according to internal procedures, coverage for medical procedures involving therapeutic use of radionuclides, laser safety, database entry, ALARA program, radiation safety training, and instrument quality control. Work is supervised and assigned at the task level.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and conducts surveys in research/medical center laboratories, package receipt areas, and other locations where radioactive material is used or stored.
• Provide radiation safety precautions to therapy patients and their families during inpatient or outpatient procedures.
• Conduct leak testing and inventory management of radioactive sealed sources.
• Perform instrument calibration and quality control checks.
• Performs dosimetry distribution and return as part of the radiation monitoring program.
• Deliver radiation safety training to University and Medical Center staff.
• Help implement the laser safety program, including classifying laser systems, reviewing standard operating procedures, and conducting laser lab audits.
• Conduct radiation safety surveys and audits in laboratories using radioactive materials or x-ray equipment.
• Be part of the emergency response team and carry the on-call pager.
• Assist the waste management program.
• Perform other assigned tasks under the supervision of the Director, Associate Director, Laser Safety Officer, and/or Health Physicist(s).
• Conducts surveys, audits, and inspections of instruments, laboratories, and other facilities to ensure compliance with government and University policies and procedures. Analyzes data and initiatives immediate corrective action plans and follow-up to ensure implementation.
• Performs risk analysis on the University\'s environmental and occupational health and safety programs and implements alternatives or improvements to current programs.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through ---

Certifications:

Driver\'s License - Multiple States

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor\'s Degree in a related science field, strongly preferred with 2 years of experience in Radiation Protection.

Experience:

• Experien e in laser safety program desired.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Eligible to obtain certification for unescorted access to radioactive materials in quantities of concern. This includes an employment background check, fingerprinting, and a criminal history check.

Preferred Competencies

Strong communication and interpersonal skills including excellence as a team player with the ability to handle multiple projects and manage deadlines effectively.

Must communicate effectively with diverse staff, both verbally and in writing.

Alertness and attentiveness to details, good decision-making skills, demonstrated capacity and motivation to learn.

Ability to read and understand regulatory language.

Must be able to thrive in a busy environment, fully committed to supporting the radiation safety and laser safety programs at the University and its Medical Center, and enthusiastic about joining a team dedicated to excellence in service.

Ability to follow instructions to meet radiation safety objectives.

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