Health Physicist
What you'd do
This is a Health Physicist position within the Division of Safety, Office of Research Services (ORS), National Institutes of Health (NIH). If you have experience participating in assigned safety and health programs in a clinical or research science laboratory setting AND you want to play a significant role in a dynamic organization, then consider joining the NIH Office of Research Services! For more information, visit http://ors.od.nih.gov.
Major duties
Coordinates and directs the daily activities of laboratory personnel, including physical science technicians and/or health physicists, and ensures laboratory operations are conducted in accordance with established regulatory requirements. Reviews and verifies laboratory data for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to quality standards. Provides advanced technical support and operational coordination for environmental radioactivity monitoring and analytical laboratory activities. Uses computer software to analyze data, prepare reports, and document radiation safety matters such as enforcement actions. Develops, revises, and maintains standard operating procedures (SOPs) for laboratory activities and recommends improvements to laboratory processes and operational practices. Performs advanced technical assignments and special projects related to radiation safety and health physics program activities. Provides technical support for the radiation safety training program by developing and updating training materials and presenting instruction on radiation safety topics through classroom lectures and “hands on” workshops.
What you need to qualify
To qualify for a Health Physicist, GS-1306, you must meet the Basic Qualification Requirements below: A. Bachelor's or higher degree in natural science or engineering that included at least 30 semester hours in health physics, engineering, radiological science, chemistry, physics, biology, mathematics, and/or calculus. OR B. Combination of directly related education and experience - courses as shown above, plus appropriate experience or other education; or certification as a health physicist by the American Board of Health Physics, plus appropriate experience and other education that provided an understanding of sciences applicable to health physics comparable to that described above. Additionally: You qualify at the GS-11 level, if you meet one of the following qualification requirements: A. You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1) Performing scientific analyses in support of a health physics project which utilizes radioactive materials or equipment; 2) Using automated databases to prepare reports and document radiation safety data; 3) Investigating radiation exposures to personnel; 4) Performing radiation safety clearance of laboratories and equipment. OR B. Completion of 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a related field. OR C. A combination of education and specialized experience that meets the qualification requirements for this position. You qualify at the GS-12 level, if you meet one of the following qualification requirements: A. You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1) Planning and executing health physics studies which utilize radioactive materials or equipment; 2) Conducting laboratory inspections to identify and evaluate potential radiation hazards in compliance with safety regulations; 3) Making recommendations to reduce or eliminate exposure; 4) Conducting radiation safety training or workshops. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12997374
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