Health Physicist Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Health Physicist University of South Carolina

• 4.2 Richland, SC Job Details Full-time $65,539
• $98,308 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Life insurance Qualifications Management Radioactive waste Laboratory experience Research Mid-level Microsoft Office Master’s degree Analysis skills Bachelor’s degree Physics Organizational skills Purchasing 1 year Hazard analysis Full Job Description Posting Number

STA00202PO25

Job Family Environmental Health & Safety Job Function Research Safety USC Market Title Assistant Radiation Safety Officer Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132730 Job Level P3

• Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Health Physicist Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Division of Law Enforcement and Safety Department DAF Radiation Safety State Pay Band 7 Approved Starting Salary $65,539 Advertised Salary Range $65,539
• $98,308 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule Standard working schedule: 8:30am
• 5:00pm Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis 12 months Job Search Category Environmental Health and Safety About USC About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the “Working at USC” section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding. Position Description Advertised Job Summary The Health Physicist assists the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) to maintain the daily functions of the Radiation Safety Program. Daily functions include, but are not limited to, radioactive materials procurement, package receipt, shipping, surveys, inventory, inspections, training, and instrument calibration. Assists to fulfil requirements described in the SC Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) regulations required for the University to possess a Type A Broad Scope Research and Development specific radioactive materials license, which authorizes the possession and use of byproduct, source, and special nuclear material. Serves as the primary contact for the laser safety program. Executes program operations at the direction of the RSO to promote a strong laboratory safety culture and compliance with applicable regulations, standards, guidelines, and policies. Partners with faculty, staff, and students to help equip the research community to recognize radiation hazards and to implement controls to mitigate any identified risks. Successfully collaborates with all members of the research safety team. Contributes to a positive work environment and strives for continuous improvement in all assigned duties. Meets with the RSO regularly to discuss Radiation Safety Program challenges, accomplishments, and opportunities for improvement. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in health physics or radiological health and 3 or more years of directly related experience or master’s degree in health physics or radiological health and one or more years of directly related experience. Certification by the American Board of Health Physics (CHP), Board of Laser Safety (CLSO), or another closely related professional Board (CIH). Demonstrated experience with the daily management of licensed radioactive materials within a Radiation Safety Program possessing a Broad Scope Research and Development Radioactive Materials license. Demonstrated experience and current training in shipping radioactive and hazardous materials in compliance with DOT and IATA. Demonstrated experience with radiation measurements for fixed and removeable contamination. Demonstrated experience with licensed radioactive material purchasing and procurement. Experience in laser safety including hazard analysis calculations, laser safety program development for Class 3B and 4 lasers, and familiarity with

ANSI Z136

standards. Experience with radioactive waste management. Experience conducting radiation safety inspections and training. Experience responding to incidents involving radioactive materials. Experience working as part of a research safety team at a large academic or research institution. Willing to learn new or complex principles and methods for radiation safety. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Ability to effectively communicate with laboratory principal investigators, staff, and students. Basic knowledge of the principles and methods of radiation safety. Ability to interpret and apply radiation safety regulations, standards, and guidelines under direct supervision. Ability to conduct radiation safety inspections and training. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail related to assigned duties. Skills to effectively collaborate with the research safety team and laboratory researchers to accomplish program objectives. Proficiency using Microsoft Office. Ability to learn and use a research safety management system. Job Duties Job Duty Conducts inspections for all laboratories and areas restricted for radioactive material use. Monitors and follows up with laboratories that have radiation safety inspection deficiencies with overdue corrective actions. Serves as an emergency responder for incidents involving radioactive materials. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty Maintains the radioactive sealed source inventory, leak checks, and program records. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Serves as the primary contact for the laser safety program. Conducts inspections of Class 3B and 4 lasers. Conducts a comprehensive hazard assessment for each laser set-up. Collaborates with the ARSO to maintain the laser safety program. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty Maintains and annually calibrates all portable survey meters for measuring ionizing radiation. Coordinates annual external vendor calibration of EHS meters. Maintains annual calibration records. Prepares monthly metrics for work activities. Performs other duties as assigned to support critical operations or special projects. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Manages the daily activities for radioactive material use such as procurement, package receipt, shipping, and ad hoc radiation surveys. Serves as a radiation safety training instructor. Supports the radioactive waste program to ensure timely pick-up, delivery, and analysis of waste. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Essential Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 03/13/2025 Job Close Date 04/27/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by April 27, 2025.

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