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Under the direct supervision of the Director for Research and Laboratory Safety, the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) is responsible for establishing and executing management, technical, and operational functions of New York University’s (NYU) Radiation Safety Program to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and NYU Enterprise-wide regulations, policies, procedures and professional standards of practice. The RSO assures effective utilization of resources and provides leadership direction in the day-to-day operations and personnel management of the Radiation Safety Program, and is able to manage, identify, and resolve unique situations and issues with wide implications for NYU by applying technical health physics knowledge and experience in the field. The RSO provides Radiation Safety oversight and ensures compliance with rules and regulations governing the handling and use of radioactive materials, radiation producing equipment, laser producing equipment, and high-powered magnets. Recommends, designs, implements and evaluates radiation and laser research protocols, training and monitoring programs, inspection standards, safe work methods, decontamination procedures, and radiological emergency procedures. The RSO communicates effectively and works to motivate key individuals, including principal investigators, clinical personnel, researchers, students, etc. to practice appropriate radiation, non-ionizing radiation safety in the performance of their work. Additionally, NYU’s RSO maintains open lines of communication with regulatory officials and serves as area expert before, during, and after regulatory surveys or inspections

Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree Degree in Health Physics, Industrial Hygiene, Physical Sciences, Chemistry or closely related scientific field

Preferred Education:
Master's Degree Health Physics, Industrial Hygiene, Physical Sciences, Chemistry, or closely related scientific field

Required Experience:
5-7 years in Environmental Health and Safety. In lieu of a degree, consideration will be given to an equivalent combination of related education and required work experience. Must be technically proficient in health physics and knowledgeable of applicable Federal and State regulations Knowledge of radiation and non-ionizing radiation safety principles and regulations Must meet criteria established by Nuclear Regulatory Commission to serve on various NRC license type as a Radiation Safety Officer.

Preferred Experience:
5+ years of increasingly responsible managerial level experience with Environmental Health and Safety. Preference will be given to applicants with the following: Experience in an academic/research environment, Knowledge of NRC regulations and applicable laws and nationally recognized standards and guidelines. Demonstrated experience in the recognition, evaluation and control of radiological hazards. Knowledge of nationally recognized laser safety standards. Experience in performing laser hazard evaluations and laser laboratory inspections. Additional desired qualifications include current: IATA, DOT, HAZWOPER, and RCRA training.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge and understanding of electrical requirements of ANSI Z36 1 American National Standards safety rules and regulations and the ability to interpret and interface various electrical components using these standards. Proficient verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively collaborate in a team environment and present and explain moderately complex technical or operational information. Analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills to evaluate, interpret, negotiate, recommend, and implement actions/solutions for moderately complex problems. Effective organizational skills with attention to detail necessary to handle multiple moderately complex tasks in a demanding environment with conflicting priorities, tight and changing deadlines, and frequent interruptions while providing high-level customer service and good follow through. Experience working independently and in a team environment with a broad cross-section of people and organizations, managing complex projects, and meeting schedules. Demonstrated knowledge of modern radiation principles related to recognition, prevention and control of radiation hazards both ionizing and non-ionizing.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Certifications as a health physicist (CHP) by the American Board of Health Physics

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