Radiation Safety Specialist

Assure proper and safe use of radioactive materials by the university and Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) community by conducting
radiation safety evaluations, audits and inspections and developing and administering programs that promote safe use and assure regulatory
compliance. Work with investigators and researchers to promote and assure the proper and safe use of radioactive materials. Oversee and
conduct radioactive materials therapy patient monitoring. Possess knowledge, skills and expertise in the use of radioactive
materials.

Work Modality: Hybrid, within Iowa.

To learn more about the department visit https://ehs.research.uiowa.edu/

For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the
contact listed below.

About Pay and Compensation:
Pay Grade: 4A

Qualifications:

Education or Equivalency Required
A Bachelor’s degree in a Physical or Life Science or related field or an equivalent
combination of education and experience is required.

Required Qualifications
* Typically, 1 year of health
physics related experience.
* Working knowledge of radiation safety instrumentation.
* Working knowledge of NRC Radiation Protection
regulations, or equivalent agreement state.
* Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication, attention to detail,
interpersonal, and relationship management skills, and ability to interact positively.
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and
PowerPoint.
* Possession of a valid state or commercial driver’s license, and the ability to meet University Fleet Safety
Standards.

Highly Desirable Qualifications
* Experience performing hospital patient coverage after treatment with
radioactive materials.
* Radioactive materials shipping experience.
* Certification by the National Registry of Radiation Protection
Technicians.
* Working knowledge of Iowa HHS Radiation Protection regulations.

Desirable Qualifications
*
Experience handling hazardous (radioactive) materials.
* Familiarity with radiation safety practices in a hospital environment.
*
Knowledge of university policies, procedures and regulations.

Position and Application Details and
Instructions:
Include your driver’s license information as a certification under the license and certifications
section.

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following required documents and mark them as a
“Relevant File” to the submission:
* Cover Letter
* Resume

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be
removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to
self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check, credential/education verification and verification
of a valid state or commercial driver’s license, and ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards. Up to 5 professional references will
be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, please contact: VPR Talent (vpr-talent@uiowa.edu).

This position is eligible for hybrid work within Iowa and will require
a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must
comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote
location.

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

About the
University of Iowa
Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly
impacts education, research, and student success.

Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust
retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care
specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.

Iowa City offers a great
quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor
recreation.

Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Safety Specialist
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus, Hybrid within Iowa

Compensation

• Pay
  Level: 4A

Contact Information

• Organization: Research/Hygienics Lab
• Contact Name: VPR-Talent@uiowa.edu
• Contact Email: VPR-Talent@uiowa.edu

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