Job Description:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelorâ™s Degree in a related science field, strongly preferred with 2 years of experience in Radiation Protection.

Experience:

• Experience 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.

• Strong math capabilities.

• Microsoft Office.

• Understanding the functions of a general database for data entry and generating reports.

• Knowledge of radiological instruments.         

Working Conditions

• Walking/traveling approximately 2 to 4 miles daily.

• 20% sitting and 80% standing and walking/traveling.

• Lifting up to 50 lbs. maximum, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.

• Dexterity to maneuver 55 and/or 30-gallon drums using equipment like a dolly drum or pallet jack.

• Occasionally pushing and pulling of objects weighing 100 lbs. or less.

• Exposure to hazardous conditions within regulatory limits, including radiation and radiation-producing equipment, chemicals, biological agents, laser radiation, and radioactive waste (mixed waste, low-level radioactive waste, and biohazardous waste).

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

• Cover letter (required)

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via the Applicant Inquiry Form.

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