Radiation Protection Physicist

Job Posting Organization:
CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, is a leading scientific research institution established in 195

• It is located in Geneva, Switzerland, and is known for its groundbreaking work in particle physics. CERN employs over 2,500 staff members and collaborates with thousands of scientists from around the world, representing more than 100 nationalities. The organization operates in multiple countries and is dedicated to pushing the frontiers of science and technology, fostering innovation and collaboration among a diverse range of professionals.

Job Overview:
The position of Radiation Protection Physicist at CERN involves leading projects to establish disposal pathways for radioactive waste in collaboration with the French agency ANDRA and the Cyclife-France processing facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining appropriate methods and tools to produce waste packages that comply with French specifications. This role requires demonstrating the efficiency and effectiveness of the waste disposal process through the elimination of a pilot waste batch. The candidate will assess operational aspects of disposal pathways for various levels of radioactive waste, evaluate processing opportunities, prepare project documentation, and implement optimized workflows within CERN's radioactive waste treatment center. Additionally, the role includes team supervision responsibilities, making it essential for the candidate to have strong leadership and organizational skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Radiation Protection Physicist include assessing all operational aspects of new and existing disposal pathways for very-low-level to short-lived intermediate-level waste. The candidate will evaluate processing opportunities at CERN and externally, prepare and submit project documentation for approval, define operational documentation for approved pathways, implement and optimize pathway workflows, organize waste package production, validation, and disposal, develop measurement techniques for characterizing radioactive waste packages, and contribute to the development of CERN's radioactive waste traceability system. The role also involves contributing to the clearance of radioactive waste from regulatory control and supervising team members.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have proven experience in radioactive waste management, including operational and technical activities. They should have operational experience in radiation areas, coordinating and supervising radioactive waste processing and packaging activities, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety requirements. Experience in organizing and executing radioactive waste transport, including logistics coordination and documentation, is also required. Familiarity with waste disposal to French national repositories and experience in preparing and managing technical and project documentation are essential. Practical experience in radiation protection implementation is necessary, particularly in radioactive workshops or decommissioning sites.

Educational Background:
Candidates should possess a professional background in Nuclear Engineering or a related field. A Master's degree with 2 to 6 years of post-graduation professional experience is required, or a PhD with no more than 3 years of post-graduation professional experience. Additionally, candidates must be nationals of a CERN Member or Associate Member State and should not have previously held a CERN fellow or graduate contract.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a significant level of experience in radioactive waste management, specifically in operational and technical activities. This includes experience in radiation areas, handling and management of radioactive waste, and coordinating and supervising radioactive waste processing and packaging activities. Candidates should also have experience in organizing radioactive waste transport and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Languages:
Proficiency in spoken and written English or French is mandatory, with a commitment to learn the other language. Knowledge of French is considered an asset for this position.

Additional Notes:
The contract duration for this position is 24 months, with a possible extension of up to 36 months. The working hours are set at 40 hours per week, and the job is fully onsite. The target start date for this position is July 1, 202

• The role involves working in radiation areas, interventions in underground installations, and exposure to various occupational health risks, including asbestos and lead. Candidates must obtain medical clearance before a contract offer is confirmed. The compensation includes a monthly stipend between 6372-7004 Swiss Francs (tax-free), 30 days of paid leave per year, comprehensive health insurance coverage, family allowances, a relocation package, and opportunities for on-the-job and formal training.