Health Physicist

Ranked as one of the Best Employers in Nebraska, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. We invest in our staff by offering fantastic benefits like vacation, sick, and holiday pay, a variety of insurance options, retirement plans, and numerous others. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year.

We invest in our employees:

• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• No-cost life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement plans.
• Tuition assistance for employees and dependents.
• Exclusive staff discounts.
• Continuous improvement and innovation.
• Professional development through training and education.
• Parental Leave.
• And many more!!

Environmental Health and Safety utilizes a two-level Health Physicist structure, with placement determined by the candidate’s demonstrated knowledge, skills, abilities, and relevant experience.

As a Health Physicist I, you will:

• Conduct contamination surveys, leak tests, and compliance report preparation for the Radiation Protection Program.
• Perform inspections of laboratories using sealed and unsealed sources, x-ray producing devices, and neutron sources.
• Perform bioassays.
• Respond to minor radiation exposure and contamination incidents.
• Assist with commissioning and decommissioning of radiation use locations.
• Prepare shipments and receive radioactive materials and radiation-producing devices in compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate dosimetry and area dose monitoring.
• Support institutional laser safety oversight efforts, including assisting with inventory and user guidance.
• Ensure accurate, compliant recordkeeping and documentation.
• Provide training, guidance, and support to stakeholders for radioactive materials.

As a Health Physicist II, you will:

• Assess and approve deliverables in support of the Radiation Protection Program, such as contamination surveys, leak tests, and compliance reports.
• Draft Radiation Protection Plans and shielding reviews.
• Investigate and formulate recommendations related to incidents, exposures, illnesses, or property damage involving the use of radioactive materials or lasers.
• Assist in the administration of dosimetry and area dose monitoring.
• Analyze dosimetry data, identify and investigate unusual exposure results, and prepare documentation of findings.
• Assist in the maintenance of and amendments to the radioactive material licenses and registrations issued by the state.
• Collaborate with and advise Principal Investigators during the licensing and registration processes for radioactive material and laser use.
• Ensure accurate, compliant recordkeeping and documentation.
• Provide training, guidance, and support to stakeholders for radiation and laser safety.

What you bring to the position (minimum qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree in physics, health physics, engineering, radiation biology, medical physics, other related field of study, or equivalent education/experience.
• 1+ year of experience with ionizing or non-ionizing radiation, which may include educational, internship, research, or employment settings.
• Knowledge of fundamental radiation principles, units, detection methods, and protection strategies.
• Ability to conduct field monitoring, contamination surveys, and inspections.
• Ability to interpret and apply basic regulatory requirements.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Skilled in maintaining accurate and organized records.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Apply Now: https://employment.unl.edu/postings/98740

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A criminal history background check, driving license review, and pre-employment physical will be conducted.

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