Indiana University
Indiana University (IU) Public Safety pursues IU's commitment to providing the greatest degree of safety for all members of the IU community, consistent with the university's mission and environment, applicable legal and professional standards, and available resources. IU Public Safety directly oversees the IU Police Department, University Environmental Health and Safety, and Emergency Management and Continuity with a team of approximately 300 dedicated staff on a 24/7/365 operational basis across all campuses.
Job Summary
Manages radiation safety training program(s) for clinical and research personnel who utilize and/or work in areas where radiation/radioactive materials are present.
Plans, establishes, modifies, and evaluates radiation safety policies and procedures.
Plans, establishes, and/or evaluates radiation safety aspects of the treatment of patients, provides oversight and consultation to clinicians performing such treatments.
Guides and approves research for new radionuclide applications.
Manages, performs, and/or evaluates audits of clinical and research departments to ensure compliance with internal procedures as well as state and federal requirements.
Evaluates and/or conducts on-site evaluations of new equipment and procedures relating to radiation/radioactive materials and implements appropriate safeguards to ensure compliance with regulations and licensing conditions.
Establishes, updates, and implements protocols and procedures to ensure radiation detection devices are calibrated and functioning properly; performs security checks and leak tests for radioactive sources.
Establishes, implements, and maintains procedures for the proper handling, processing, and disposal of radioactive waste; provides training to all users of radioactive materials.
Manages the personnel monitoring program.
Operates the radioactive material receipt and distribution program.
Qualifications Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
Education Required
Bachelor's degree (preferably in health physics or related field.)
Preferred
Master's degree
Work Experience Required
2 years radiation safety, health physics, or related experience
Licenses and Certificates Required
Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University Upon Date of Hire
Preferred
Certification in Health Physics, Medical Physics, or Radiology and Medical Physics
Skills Required
Demonstrates problem solving skillsProficient communication skills
Excellent collaboration and team building skills
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Excellent organizational skills
Highly thorough and dependable
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Experience in a regulated environment
Working Conditions / Demands The role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. The role frequently requires the ability to move about the work environment and to position oneself to operate laboratory equipment effectively. The role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location Indianapolis, Indiana
Advertised Salary Annualized salary will be $89,224
Benefits Overview For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification Career Level: Career FLSA: Exempt Job Function: Legal, Safety, & Protection Job Family: Environmental Health & Safety
Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
Posting Disclaimer This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Equal Employment Opportunity Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
Campus Safety and Security The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
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Job Summary
Manages radiation safety training program(s) for clinical and research personnel who utilize and/or work in areas where radiation/radioactive materials are present.
Plans, establishes, modifies, and evaluates radiation safety policies and procedures.
Plans, establishes, and/or evaluates radiation safety aspects of the treatment of patients, provides oversight and consultation to clinicians performing such treatments.
Guides and approves research for new radionuclide applications.
Manages, performs, and/or evaluates audits of clinical and research departments to ensure compliance with internal procedures as well as state and federal requirements.
Evaluates and/or conducts on-site evaluations of new equipment and procedures relating to radiation/radioactive materials and implements appropriate safeguards to ensure compliance with regulations and licensing conditions.
Establishes, updates, and implements protocols and procedures to ensure radiation detection devices are calibrated and functioning properly; performs security checks and leak tests for radioactive sources.
Establishes, implements, and maintains procedures for the proper handling, processing, and disposal of radioactive waste; provides training to all users of radioactive materials.
Manages the personnel monitoring program.
Operates the radioactive material receipt and distribution program.
Qualifications Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
Education Required
Bachelor's degree (preferably in health physics or related field.)
Preferred
Master's degree
Work Experience Required
2 years radiation safety, health physics, or related experience
Licenses and Certificates Required
Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University Upon Date of Hire
Preferred
Certification in Health Physics, Medical Physics, or Radiology and Medical Physics
Skills Required
Demonstrates problem solving skillsProficient communication skills
Excellent collaboration and team building skills
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Excellent organizational skills
Highly thorough and dependable
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Experience in a regulated environment
Working Conditions / Demands The role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. The role frequently requires the ability to move about the work environment and to position oneself to operate laboratory equipment effectively. The role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location Indianapolis, Indiana
Advertised Salary Annualized salary will be $89,224
Benefits Overview For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification Career Level: Career FLSA: Exempt Job Function: Legal, Safety, & Protection Job Family: Environmental Health & Safety
Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
Posting Disclaimer This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Equal Employment Opportunity Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
Campus Safety and Security The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
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