Health Physicist (Open to Everyone)
DutiesThe successful candidate will perform the full range of duties that include, but are not limited to:
Materials Safety and Liaison Branch (MSLB) Health Physicist Position:
The selectee will serve as a Health Physicist in NMSS/MSST/MSLB in areas of radiation protection activities related to licensing and regulation of byproduct materials. Knowledge and experience are required in many multi-disciplinary scientific fields including health physics (internal and external dosimetry, environmental pathway analysis, radiation biology and physics) as well as statistics and/or epidemiology. Has responsibility for defining and developing needs, interfaces and resources for regulations and supporting guidance associated byproduct materials. Provides technical review and management of projects which will generate health physics internal and external dosimetry models that are needed to develop criteria and standards to provide technical bases for licensing decisions. The selectee will:
Have ability to estimate doses to individuals resulting from the exposure to radioactive material using equations and computer models.Interacts with Federal, State, and local agencies and organizations, national and international standards setting organizations, and members of the public to accomplish Agency mission and represent NRC actions as appropriate.State Agreements and Liaison Programs Branch (SLPB) Health Physicist position The selectees will serve as a Health Physicist in NMSS/MSST/SLPB in areas of radiation protection activities related to licensing and regulation of facilities and materials associated with the processing, transport, and handling of byproduct, source, and special nuclear materials, including uranium recovery activities, and decommissioning. Identifies resources and develops supporting documentation for the development of the regulatory framework and associated guidance. The selectee will:
Interact with Federal, State, and local agencies and organizations, national and international standards setting organizations.Plan and implementation of the Integrated Materials Performance Evaluation Program (IMPEP).Determine the adequacy and compatibility of State programs for the regulation of certain Atomic Energy Act materials (byproduct, source, and special nuclear materials in quantities not sufficient to form a critical mass) and provide technical and materials program assistance when requested by Agreement States.Uranium Recovery and Materials Decommissioning Branch (URMDB) Health Physicist positionThe selectee will serve as a Health Physicist in NMSS/DUWP/URMDB. Knowledge of principles, theory, and practice in the fields or selected aspects of engineering adequate leading radiation protection activities related to licensing and regulation of facilities and materials associated with the processing, transport, and handling of nuclear materials, including uranium recovery activities, decommissioning and the fuel used in commercial nuclear reactors. The selectee will:
Leads radiation protection activities related to licensing and regulation of facilities and materials associated with the processing, transport, and handling of nuclear materials, including uranium recovery activities, decommissioning and the fuel used in commercial nuclear reactors. Identifies resources and develops supporting documentation for the development of the regulatory framework and associated guidance.Leads development of and coordinates NRC review of national and international standards for the protection of workers, the public, and the environment from hazards resulting from the possession, use, transfer, decommissioning, transportation and disposal of source, byproduct and special nuclear material.Reactor Decommissioning Branch (RDB) Health Physicist PositionThe selectee will serve as a Health Physicist in NMSS/DUWP/RDB. Knowledge of principles, theory, and practice in the fields or selected aspects of engineering adequate leading radiation protection activities related to the review of radiological health and safety plans, decommissioning plans, radiological survey plans and reports, radiological safety and environmental assessments, and environmental impact statements for site decommissioning and licensing activities. The selectee will:
Leads and performs detailed and complex evaluations relative to the radiological impacts on radiation workers and members of the public from proposed decommissioning plans, license termination plans, applications and radiological health and safety plans.Performs specialized technical analyses requiring computations, to determine compliance with regulatory requirements. Review's remediation, decontamination and in-place stabilization plans to determine if regulatory criteria are met.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentU.S. Citizenship RequiredThis is a Drug Testing position.Background investigation leading to a clearance is required for new hires.
You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position.
QualificationsIn order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level (GG-13) in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
1. Broad and extensive knowledge of the principles, theories, and practices of health physics/radiological protection related to the licensing, inspection, and implementation of regulatory oversight pertaining to the National Materials Program to enable the safe and secure use of radioactive materials in medical, industrial, and academic applications for beneficial civilian purposes.ORBroad and extensive knowledge of the principles, theories, and practices of health physics/radiological protection sufficient to:
review decommissioning plans, surveys, and reports; determine radiological and safety impacts of proposed decommissioning operations; and develop regulatory criteria, guidance, and technical positions related to decommissioning.2. Knowledge of the principles and theories in the fields of health physics, including but not limited to radiation physics, radiation biology, internal and external dosimetry, radiation detection and measurement and/or medical health physics.ORAbility to evaluate and solve problems related to radiological and environmental protection aspects of applicant/licensee plans. Knowledge of radiological protection regulations (e.g., 10 CFR Part 20) and guidance. Ability to conduct or review environmental/radiation protection monitoring and sampling to verify performance. Knowledge and experience with environmental transport modeling.3. Ability to plan, coordinate and manage complex projects and assessments involving a number of technical disciplines.4. Ability to clearly communicate complex technical analyses, issues, and recommendations, both orally and in writing.GG-14 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as:
extensive technical knowledge of the radiological health and safety aspects relating to the regulation of NRC-licensed materials and facilities. EducationBasic Requirements:
Degree:
natural science or engineering that included at least 30 semester hours in health physics, engineering, radiological science, chemistry, physics, biology, mathematics, and/or calculus.orCombination of education and experience -- courses as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or other education; or certification as a health physicist by the American Board of Health Physics, plus appropriate experience and other education that provided an understanding of sciences applicable to health physics comparable to that described in paragraph A.Additional informationThe duty location of this position is Rockville, MD. In general, employees are expected to be in the office at a minimum of 4 days per pay period. Telework schedules, including full-time telework, are approved, on a case-by-case basis. If selected, telework will be determined in accordance with Agency policy and the Collective Bargaining Agreement, if applicable. Help
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
As an NRC employee you will enjoy excellent Federal Benefits, including:
comprehensive health and life insurance plansFlexible Spending Account Program for health and dependent careDental and Vision Insuranceretirement savings and investment plan similar to 401(k) (Thrift Savings Plan)annual (vacation) and paid sick leavefamily friendly leave policies11 paid holidays per yeartransit benefitsThis link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees. https:
//help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_BenefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the job requirements. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to any vacancy questions to determine your level of knowledge, skill and ability related to the job requirements. If you are among the top candidates for this position, your application will be referred to the hiring manager.Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position.You may preview questions for this vacancy.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Materials Safety and Liaison Branch (MSLB) Health Physicist Position:
The selectee will serve as a Health Physicist in NMSS/MSST/MSLB in areas of radiation protection activities related to licensing and regulation of byproduct materials. Knowledge and experience are required in many multi-disciplinary scientific fields including health physics (internal and external dosimetry, environmental pathway analysis, radiation biology and physics) as well as statistics and/or epidemiology. Has responsibility for defining and developing needs, interfaces and resources for regulations and supporting guidance associated byproduct materials. Provides technical review and management of projects which will generate health physics internal and external dosimetry models that are needed to develop criteria and standards to provide technical bases for licensing decisions. The selectee will:
Have ability to estimate doses to individuals resulting from the exposure to radioactive material using equations and computer models.Interacts with Federal, State, and local agencies and organizations, national and international standards setting organizations, and members of the public to accomplish Agency mission and represent NRC actions as appropriate.State Agreements and Liaison Programs Branch (SLPB) Health Physicist position The selectees will serve as a Health Physicist in NMSS/MSST/SLPB in areas of radiation protection activities related to licensing and regulation of facilities and materials associated with the processing, transport, and handling of byproduct, source, and special nuclear materials, including uranium recovery activities, and decommissioning. Identifies resources and develops supporting documentation for the development of the regulatory framework and associated guidance. The selectee will:
Interact with Federal, State, and local agencies and organizations, national and international standards setting organizations.Plan and implementation of the Integrated Materials Performance Evaluation Program (IMPEP).Determine the adequacy and compatibility of State programs for the regulation of certain Atomic Energy Act materials (byproduct, source, and special nuclear materials in quantities not sufficient to form a critical mass) and provide technical and materials program assistance when requested by Agreement States.Uranium Recovery and Materials Decommissioning Branch (URMDB) Health Physicist positionThe selectee will serve as a Health Physicist in NMSS/DUWP/URMDB. Knowledge of principles, theory, and practice in the fields or selected aspects of engineering adequate leading radiation protection activities related to licensing and regulation of facilities and materials associated with the processing, transport, and handling of nuclear materials, including uranium recovery activities, decommissioning and the fuel used in commercial nuclear reactors. The selectee will:
Leads radiation protection activities related to licensing and regulation of facilities and materials associated with the processing, transport, and handling of nuclear materials, including uranium recovery activities, decommissioning and the fuel used in commercial nuclear reactors. Identifies resources and develops supporting documentation for the development of the regulatory framework and associated guidance.Leads development of and coordinates NRC review of national and international standards for the protection of workers, the public, and the environment from hazards resulting from the possession, use, transfer, decommissioning, transportation and disposal of source, byproduct and special nuclear material.Reactor Decommissioning Branch (RDB) Health Physicist PositionThe selectee will serve as a Health Physicist in NMSS/DUWP/RDB. Knowledge of principles, theory, and practice in the fields or selected aspects of engineering adequate leading radiation protection activities related to the review of radiological health and safety plans, decommissioning plans, radiological survey plans and reports, radiological safety and environmental assessments, and environmental impact statements for site decommissioning and licensing activities. The selectee will:
Leads and performs detailed and complex evaluations relative to the radiological impacts on radiation workers and members of the public from proposed decommissioning plans, license termination plans, applications and radiological health and safety plans.Performs specialized technical analyses requiring computations, to determine compliance with regulatory requirements. Review's remediation, decontamination and in-place stabilization plans to determine if regulatory criteria are met.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentU.S. Citizenship RequiredThis is a Drug Testing position.Background investigation leading to a clearance is required for new hires.
You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position.
QualificationsIn order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level (GG-13) in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
1. Broad and extensive knowledge of the principles, theories, and practices of health physics/radiological protection related to the licensing, inspection, and implementation of regulatory oversight pertaining to the National Materials Program to enable the safe and secure use of radioactive materials in medical, industrial, and academic applications for beneficial civilian purposes.ORBroad and extensive knowledge of the principles, theories, and practices of health physics/radiological protection sufficient to:
review decommissioning plans, surveys, and reports; determine radiological and safety impacts of proposed decommissioning operations; and develop regulatory criteria, guidance, and technical positions related to decommissioning.2. Knowledge of the principles and theories in the fields of health physics, including but not limited to radiation physics, radiation biology, internal and external dosimetry, radiation detection and measurement and/or medical health physics.ORAbility to evaluate and solve problems related to radiological and environmental protection aspects of applicant/licensee plans. Knowledge of radiological protection regulations (e.g., 10 CFR Part 20) and guidance. Ability to conduct or review environmental/radiation protection monitoring and sampling to verify performance. Knowledge and experience with environmental transport modeling.3. Ability to plan, coordinate and manage complex projects and assessments involving a number of technical disciplines.4. Ability to clearly communicate complex technical analyses, issues, and recommendations, both orally and in writing.GG-14 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as:
extensive technical knowledge of the radiological health and safety aspects relating to the regulation of NRC-licensed materials and facilities. EducationBasic Requirements:
Degree:
natural science or engineering that included at least 30 semester hours in health physics, engineering, radiological science, chemistry, physics, biology, mathematics, and/or calculus.orCombination of education and experience -- courses as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or other education; or certification as a health physicist by the American Board of Health Physics, plus appropriate experience and other education that provided an understanding of sciences applicable to health physics comparable to that described in paragraph A.Additional informationThe duty location of this position is Rockville, MD. In general, employees are expected to be in the office at a minimum of 4 days per pay period. Telework schedules, including full-time telework, are approved, on a case-by-case basis. If selected, telework will be determined in accordance with Agency policy and the Collective Bargaining Agreement, if applicable. Help
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
As an NRC employee you will enjoy excellent Federal Benefits, including:
comprehensive health and life insurance plansFlexible Spending Account Program for health and dependent careDental and Vision Insuranceretirement savings and investment plan similar to 401(k) (Thrift Savings Plan)annual (vacation) and paid sick leavefamily friendly leave policies11 paid holidays per yeartransit benefitsThis link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees. https:
//help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_BenefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the job requirements. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to any vacancy questions to determine your level of knowledge, skill and ability related to the job requirements. If you are among the top candidates for this position, your application will be referred to the hiring manager.Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position.You may preview questions for this vacancy.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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