Radiation Physicist, HP2 Job ID 6159 Location SLAC - Menlo Park, CA Full-Time Regular **SLAC Job Postings** **Position overview:** SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory¿s Environmental Health and Safety Division is seeking a Radiation Physicist- level 2 to join our Radiation Physics Group (RPG) team in the Environmental Health and Safety Division. RPG is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing radiological protection programs to protect workers, users, the public and the environment to meet regulatory, and SLAC internal requirements. Members of RPG team are responsible for design of shielding and supporting design of radiation containment systems for the assigned accelerator facilities, experiments, beamlines and projects. Additionally, team members provide support for oversight for their safe and efficient radiological operations. The assigned facilities and projects may include the Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS), LCLS-II Super Conducting accelerator, FACET-II, Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Lightsource (SSRL), LCLS-II High Energy, MEC Upgrade and Cryo Repair and Maintenance Facility (CRMF) projects and/or test facilities. This position reports to the Group Leader, or senior staff in the Radiation Physics Group (RPG) within RPD. Note: SLAC is a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) laboratory operated by Stanford University and based in Menlo Park; CA. **Your specific responsibilities include:** + Work under minimal supervision to plan, design, manage, and evaluate technical and operational functions of radiation safety programs. Develop radiation safety program procedures and policies and ensure their implementation to meet regulatory, standards and SLAC requirements. + Advise and support technical staff on the design of shielding and engineered radiation safety systems to mitigate radiation hazards by conducting calculations using state-of-the-art Monte Carlo computer code ( e.g. FLUKA, MCNPX, PHITS, MARS), specify requirements for interlocked access control systems, and beam containment systems for assigned SLAC facilities/projects. + Provide support and oversight for commissioning and safe operation for the assigned facilities. + Develop radiation safety program procedures and policies and ensure their implementation to meet regulatory, standards and SLAC requirements. + Provide support and oversight for safe and effective conduct of facility operation and radiological activities in assigned facilities. + Maintain field presence in support of staff and users in implementing radiation protection programs. + Lead and/or participate in radiation measurements to characterize the radiation environment for accelerators, beamlines and experiments. + Develop new techniques, methods, and computer code capabilities to expand and optimize shielding design capabilities. + Work jointly with accelerator and beamline engineers in the design of equipment and shielding to minimize radiation damage and induced activity, and protection against intense FEL beam damage. + Conduct compliance assurance reviews of radiation safety programs. Develop and implement safety policies and procedures related to radiation protection regulations. + Participate in research and development in Radiation Physics, and make presentations and publish papers in refereed journals. + Provide training and coaching to SLAC staff, users, and contractors. **To be successful in this position you will bring:** + A Bachelor¿s degree in health physics, radiation physics, medical physics, nuclear engineering, or related field and 5 years of experience in: + Extensive experience in performing shielding calculations, supporting and managing technical and operational functions of radiation safety programs using state-of-the-art Monte Carlo computer code (e.g. FLUKA, MCNPX, PHITS, MARS) + Extensive experience in designing, developing, and optimizing radiation shielding, and radiation containment in accelerators and radiation generating devices. + Demonstrated expertise in radiological hazard identification, safety analysis, and dose, shielding, and activation calculations, using and developing state-of-the-art Monte Carlo codes. + Characterization and modelling of activated materials in particle accelerators using state of-the-art Monte Carlo computer codes + Ability to train and coach technical staff and providing safety training to personnel. + Research and development skills to improve the methods and programs. + Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with diverse audiences and to explain technical concepts clearly and concisely. **In addition, preferred requirements include:** + In the alternative, we will accept an equivalent combination of education and experience in the form of a master¿s degree in health physics, radiation physics, medical physics, nuclear engineering, or a related field, and 3 years of experience as specified; or a Ph.D. in health physics, radiation physics, medical physics, nuclear engineering, or a related field, and 1 year of experience as specified. + In depth knowledge and experience in calculation of shielding and radiation safety system design and operations for large particle accelerators, and/or synchrotron or free-electron light sources. + In-depth knowledge of radiation protection regulations at the federal, state, and local levels + Peer reviewed published work involving shielding requirements for the radiation fields generated during accelerator and beamline operation. + Demonstrated experience in working with radiation monitoring equipment + Demonstrated experience in development of accelerator and beam line operational safety policy and procedures. **SLAC employee competencies:** + Effective Decisions: Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner. + Self-Development: Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing. + Dependability: Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes. + Initiative: Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward. + Adaptability: Flexes as needed when change occurs, and maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes. + Communication: Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, and presented messages. + Relationships: Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals. **Physical requirements and working conditions:** + Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job. **Work standards:** + Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations. + Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for the environment, safety, and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1¿General Policy and Responsibilities: http://wwwgroup.slac.stanford.edu/esh/eshmanual/pdfs/ESHch01.pdf + Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu. --------------- + Classification Title: Health Physicist 2 + Job code: 4392 Grade: J + Employment Duration: Regular Continuing The expected pay range for this position is $129,057 - $149,459 per annum. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. All staff at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. SLAC is an E-Verify employer.