Health Physicist

Job Description

Health Physicist

Purdue University – West Lafayette, IN

The Health Physicist is a vital member of Purdue's Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) in supporting the radiation safety program by ensuring a safe and compliant research, clinical, and instructional environment across Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indianapolis, and regional campuses, advancing discovery within one of America's leading research universities. This position is essential for overseeing the safe use of radioactive materials, x-ray devices, lasers, and the research reactor (PUR-1).

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact across disciplines, from veterinary medicine to nuclear engineering, at a top-tier research university recognized for innovation and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Radiation Safety Officer, and the radiation safety team to maintain a comprehensive radiation safety program
• Recognize, evaluate, and control sources of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation by performing audits, inspections, and field surveys
• Support and manage radiation authorizations, ensuring all authorized users are trained and remain in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Provide effective safety training for faculty, staff, and researchers
• Administer and maintain radiation dosimetry and exposure records, and actively promote As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles in all safety initiatives
• Respond to radiological incidents and emergencies, and participate in a 24-hour on-call emergency response rotation
• Prepare reports and analyze data to support regulatory compliance, and facilitate continual improvement in campus radiation safety practices
• Foster strong communication and working relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds across academic, research, and clinical units
  
  

Why Purdue?

Join a university distinguished for its commitment to research excellence, public safety, and professional growth. Purdue offers a supportive, mission-driven environment where your work ensures the well-being of the community and supports innovation in teaching, research, and discovery.

Apply now and play a leadership role in advancing safety and science at Purdue.

This is a dual posting where the hiring manager will determine the level commensurate with the experience and education of the chosen candidate.

What We're Looking For

Education and Experience Required:

For the Associate Health Physicist position you will need the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Health Physics or closely related field (i.e., Environmental Health, Chemistry, Biology or Physics, etc.) is required
  
  

For the Health Physicist position you will need the above and following:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Health Physics or closely related field (i.e., Environmental Health, Chemistry, Biology or Physics, etc.) is required
• Two (2) years of previous experience in Health Physics required
  
  

Preferred

• Working experience in an academic environment, hospital or research facility
  
  

Skills Needed

For both positions you will need the following:

• Knowledge of health physics fundamentals and federal radiation regulations (Title 10) is required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required
• A strong commitment to customer service and the philosophy of the EHS Mission Statement are essential
• Good organizational and computer skills are required
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs is required
• Must:
• be able to develop and present training programs
• have a demonstrated ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships and build mutual trust and respect with others and maintain them over time
• have a high standard of integrity, performance, and professional behavior
• The ability to achieve consensus and convince others to change their minds and/or actions is necessary
• The ability to obtain certification by the Indiana State Department of Health for non-medical and diagnostic within six months of employment in this position is preferred
  

Additional Information

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
  
  

Career Stream

Professional

• Pay Band S070
• Job Code #20002940
  
  

Professional 2

• Pay Band S075
• Job Code #20002941
  
  

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