Radiation Safety Regulatory Infrastructure Specialist

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Position Title: Radiation Safety Regulatory Infrastructure Specialist
Location: Vienna
Country: Austria
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is an international organization that works to promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy and to prevent its use for military purposes. Established in 1957, the IAEA has a mission to ensure that nuclear energy is used safely and securely, protecting people and the environment from radiation exposure. The organization operates in over 170 countries and has a workforce of approximately 2,500 employees. The IAEA's work encompasses various areas including nuclear safety, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and safeguards, and it collaborates with member states to enhance their nuclear regulatory frameworks and capabilities.

Job Overview:
The Radiation Safety Regulatory Infrastructure Specialist will play a crucial role in the Department of Nuclear Safety and Security (NS) at the IAEA. This position involves implementing the Integrated Regulatory Review Service (IRRS) programme, which is designed to assist member states in enhancing their regulatory frameworks for radiation safety. The specialist will be responsible for developing and updating safety standards, guidance, and tools that are essential for strengthening national regulatory infrastructures. This role requires a combination of leadership and technical expertise, as the specialist will coordinate activities aimed at improving regulatory infrastructures and provide substantive contributions by evaluating these infrastructures and offering training to national experts. The position demands a proactive approach to identifying areas for improvement and implementing effective solutions to enhance radiation safety across member states.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Radiation Safety Regulatory Infrastructure Specialist include:

• Implementing the Integrated Regulatory Review Service (IRRS) programme, focusing on all regulatory aspects of radiation safety, including occupational, patient, and public protection, waste management, decommissioning, and transport safety.
• Providing expert advice and training to member states on assessing the effectiveness of their national regulatory programmes for the control of radiation sources and facilities.
• Coordinating and leading expert missions and advisory missions, ensuring that the group of experts is effectively organized and that the missions achieve their objectives.
• Developing and updating safety standards, guidance, and tools related to national regulatory infrastructures, including the Regulatory Authority Information System (RAIS) and the Self-Assessment of Regulatory Infrastructure Methodology and Tool (SARIS).
• Promoting the utilization of RAIS and SARIS in member states through expert missions and workshops.
• Analyzing and evaluating the results of IRRS and Advisory Missions, and formulating follow-up action plans for member states based on these evaluations.
• Preparing comprehensive reports and recommendations for senior management regarding the outcomes of IRRS and Advisory Missions.
• Identifying training needs for regulatory bodies in member states and implementing technical training events, including training on RAIS.
• Supporting the Incident and Emergency System (IES) and participating in related training and exercises. 1
• Collaborating with other sections and departments within the IAEA to ensure a cohesive approach to radiation safety and regulatory infrastructure development.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in health physics or a related scientific discipline. Alternatively, a first-level university degree with two additional years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of an advanced university degree. A Master's Degree in health physics or a related scientific discipline is preferred. Candidates must have a minimum of 7 years of experience in radiation safety, with at least 5 years directly related to radiation safety regulatory activities. Experience in evaluating radiation, transport, and waste safety infrastructures in developing countries is essential, along with a strategic approach to implementing improvements. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills, the ability to draw balanced conclusions from complex issues, and the capacity to interpret and adapt procedures and guidelines to complex situations. A proven ability to work in a multicultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity is also required.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in health physics or a related scientific discipline. An advanced university degree (Master's Degree) is preferred, as it provides a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in radiation safety and regulatory frameworks. The educational background should include a strong foundation in scientific principles related to health physics, radiation protection, and regulatory practices.

Experience:
The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 7 years of professional experience in the field of radiation safety, with at least 5 years specifically focused on regulatory activities related to radiation safety. This experience should include evaluating the safety infrastructures of developing countries and implementing strategic improvements. Candidates should have a demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues and provide well-balanced conclusions, as well as experience in training and advising regulatory bodies.

Languages:
Fluency in English, both oral and written, is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of additional official IAEA languages, such as Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish, would be considered an asset and enhance the candidate's qualifications for the role.

Additional Notes:
The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package, including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $84,672, subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance. Additional benefits include a variable post adjustment, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses, 6 weeks of annual leave, home leave travel, a pension plan, and health insurance. The IAEA is committed to gender equality and encourages applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries. The appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report, and staff members may be assigned to any location. Candidates appointed to posts in the Professional and higher categories are subject to IAEA rotation policy, with a maximum tour of service typically lasting seven years.