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Radiation Safety Officer - Office of Environmental Health & Safety - Georgetown University

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Radiation Safety Officer - Office of Environmental Health & Safety - Georgetown University

Job Description

The Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) is the individual required to be named on the US NRC License as responsible for providing direction, implementation and management of the University's Broad Scope Radiation Safety (RS) program. Serves as the technical expert and member of the RSC, and is the University representative for regulatory inspections (NRC, DCDH, etc.). Provides leadership in radiation safety policy and procedure development. Provides technical direction and advice to the Sr. HP on unusual, complex and critical problems identified during their review of experimental procedures and during responses to radioactive material (RAM) or radiation producing device (RPD) incidents. This position is required to be on call for emergencies after regular business hours, weekends, and holidays. Serves as the Georgetown University Reviewing Official (GURO), the individual responsible for trustworthy & reliability reviews (background and criminal history checks) required for unescorted access to the research irradiator facility (RIF). Manages the Laser Safety Program. Assists with other duties as assigned.

Work Interactions

The RSO reports directly to the Director of Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S). The RSO provides technical and programmatic assistance and leadership for the radiation safety staff. The RSO is the direct supervisor of two full-time staff members. Provides assistance to the RSC for maintaining regulatory compliance. The RSO position is federally mandated by the NRC License to provide oversight of RAM in education and research.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health physics, medical physics, nuclear engineering, or other relevant science related field [Equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable]
  
• 5 years of progressive work experience in radiation safety and/or operational Health Physics experience
  
• 40 hr Certification as Radiation Safety Officer RSO preferred
  
• DOT RAM shipping certification preferred
  
• NRRPT and/or CHP preferred
  
• Knowledge of current and proposed regulations including 10 CFR, 21 CFR, 40 CFR, 49 CFR and District of Columbia radiological regulations
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
  
• Knowledge of (Laser Safety) ANSI Z-136 Series preferred
  
• Supervisory experience preferred
  

Work Mode: On Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources Mode of Work Designation.

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.


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