Health Physicist
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Determine whether SEC petitions meet the requirements in 42 CFR 83 and, therefore, qualify for evaluation and document the basis for this determination.
- Research information relevant to the feasibility/infeasibility of dose reconstruction.
- Perform all assigned aspects of SEC petition qualification and evaluation as defined in
- 10 CFR 83 (and the interim final SEC rule).
- Prepare an Evaluation Report that documents the basis for finding dose reconstruction infeasible for members of the class and submits the petition ER to NIOSH for review and approval.
- Produce Basis of Decision documents. These documents detail the processes and evidence used to make key decisions about defining or declining the addition of an SEC class.
- Communicate with the petitioner(s) for an SEC.
Training is encouraged, and candidates will work with other HP professionals.
Candidates should be reliable, mature, detail-oriented, organized, and able to work under time constraints in a busy, project-oriented environment.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with dose reconstruction on past projects, specific accidents, or other occupational exposure conditions
- Ability to derive dosimetric quantities and limits from first principles
- Knowledge of the dosimetric computer codes such as IMBA
- Proficiency with computer software such as R, SAS, and Python in the analysis of dosimetric data.
- Knowledge of methods and procedures used in monitoring for internal and external radiation exposures, specifically in recognition and evaluation of records that either directly or indirectly may be used to reconstruct occupational radiation doses retrospectively
- Experience with DOE facilities and AEC, ERDA, and DOE records systems
- Advanced degrees and certifications, such as master’s in health physics or CHP certification
Requirements include:
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in health physics, environmental or natural sciences, or related field
- Five or more years of experience in health physics or radiation safety with a solid technical/educational background in the fields of environmental science, radiological engineering, site remediation, or health physics, with practical applications with CERCLA/DOE site experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of MS Office software
All candidates must have US citizenship.
Dose Reconstructor
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Produces and reports timely dose estimates, supporting methodology, and factual basis for each claim received by NIOSH from DOL under EEOICPA, and for claims requiring rework because of changes in claim information or changes in dose reconstruction policy.
- Performs internal and external dose reconstructions and peer reviews.
- Performs complex and in-depth evaluation of physical quality, accessibility, and relevance of discovered data and records.
- Evaluates medical histories.
- Utilizes site research documents, reports, and other applicable records to retrospectively reconstruct occupational radiation doses.
- Documents findings and writes detailed reports that clearly and accurately reflect the results of the individual dose reconstruction, including the probability of causation.
- Responds to issues in the COI, NIOSH comments/questions, and ABRWH reviews.
Candidates will work with other HP professionals through training and collaboration.
Candidates should be reliable, mature, detail-oriented, organized, and able to work under time constraints in a busy, project-oriented environment.
Candidates should be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with dose reconstruction on past projects, specific accidents, or other occupational exposure conditions
- Knowledge of methods and procedures used to monitor internal and external radiation exposures, specifically in recognition and evaluation of records that, either directly or indirectly, may be used to retrospectively reconstruct occupational radiation doses.
- Experience with DOE facilities and AEC, ERDA, and DOE records systems
- Advanced degrees and certifications, such as master’s in health physics or related field
- CHP certification or on track to achieve certification
Requirements include:
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in health physics, environmental or natural sciences, or related field
- Two or more years of experience in health physics or radiation safety with a solid technical/educational background in environmental science, radiological engineering, site remediation, or health physics, with practical applications with CERCLA/DOE site experience preferred.
- Familiarity with basic statistics and/or mathematical modeling
- Familiarity with radiation dose modeling software such as IMBA or Varskin
- Strong writing and communication skills
- Knowledge of MS Office software
All candidates must have US citizenship.
TENORM Radiological Control Technician – Part Time/Seasonal
This is a SEASONAL position.
We are excited to announce openings at our Amherst, NY office. These openings are offered on a part time or full-time basis to support client projects of varying duration. The work involves the monitoring of construction activities to determine the presence of Technologically Enhanced Naturally Occurring Radioactive Materal (TENORM) typically in the Western NY area.
Candidates should be reliable, mature, detail-oriented, organized and able to work under time constraints in a busy project-oriented environment. Any math or science background a plus. Excellent communication and grammar skills are a must.
Requirements include:
- Radiological monitoring or environmental experience preferred but not required.
- Valid Driver’s License and dependable Car/Truck
- Ability to observe and concisely document and describe field activities
- Ability to complete forms and generate field sketches
- Ability to perform calculations such as to record and calculate the average of several numbers
- Ability to work outside in cold or hot weather
- Ability to lift/carry up to 30 pounds and walk on uneven surfaces
- Ability to read and interpret digital and analog displays
- Willingness to work with and around radioactive materials upon completion of training
- Ability to pass physical
No experience necessary, training will be provided.
All candidates must have US citizenship or be legally able to work in the United States. Candidates must pass a background check.
