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Position Title:Health Physicist I

Job Group:Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Health Physics or Nuclear Engineering

Experience with radiation detection equipment

Experience with the calibration of radiation detection equipment

Experience with radiation sampling methods and instrumentation

Experience with workplace ALARA (exposure minimization) programs

Experience with dosimetry and safety training programs

Technical training covering NRC or agreement State radiation safety regulations, or related workplace regulations, guidelines and standards such as OSHA. EPA, DNR

Assists with quality assurance audits.

Job Description:

Summary

Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) is currently seeking qualified applicants for a Health Physicist I. EH&S is an employing unit which reports to the Office of University Counsel at Iowa State University (ISU). EH&S aids the campus community in preventing illness and injury, protects the environment and connects the university to the message of safety and preparedness. EH&S delivers effective education, fosters beneficial partnerships, maintains technical expertise and provides exemplary service.

Specific responsibilities of this position include supporting the Radiation Safety program through implementation of ISU’s radiation safety policies and procedures; regular safety surveys of research laboratories including collection of samples and using analytical methods to quantify the level of contamination, if found; review of engineering and administrative controls to track inventory and to reduce potential exposure risks; and calibration or validation of radiation detection equipment. These responsibilities will be accomplished by becoming proficient in various radiation measurement and sampling methods, devices and direct reading instrumentation. The candidate will also help monitor the worker dosimetry program to verify employee compliance with ISU’s ALARA program.

The successful candidate will have the ability to form positive working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and external partners and establish professional campus and community relationships through effective written and oral communication; strong problem-solving capabilities along with the ability to work independently as well as with a team; and excellent organizational and multitasking skills to handle a variety of simultaneous duties. The candidate will also possess the ability to routinely use mobile devices and computers along with a variety of software to develop and maintain compliance records and create related reports.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Example of Duties• Conducts surveys and inspects research laboratories to ensure compliance with rules, regulations, and guidelines.• Implements and maintains radioactive safety compliance and waste disposal programs.• Oversees and prepares packaging of radioactive materials.• Identifies, collects, and analyzes environmental samples for non-routine radiation safety compliance surveys.• Conducts and administers monitoring programs and performs tests and calibrations.• Identifies radiation issues and applies corrective measures.• Assists in developing and revising programs and procedures.• Assesses emergencies and coordinates clean-up, corrective measures, and prevention.• Audits quality assurance.Level Guidelines• Individual contributor position with developing professional and/or technical skills working under immediate to general supervision• Grasps professional-level knowledge and concepts of field while working in a progressive learning mode• Works on problems and issues of somewhat limited scope• Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data for which answers are available or can be obtained• Responds to inquiries and issues, escalating to manager or higher level workers as appropriate• May lead projects of limited scope and complexity• May provide guidance to students

Appointment Type:Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period

Time Type:Full time

Pay Grade:PS808

Application Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program • Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date: April 17, 2025

Posting Close Date:April 30, 2025

Job Requisition Number:R16829

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/diversity-and-inclusion/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu .

If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 .

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.