Dosimetrist (Quality Audits)(P2)
JOB DETAIL
Organizational Setting
The Department of Nuclear Sciences and Applications implements the IAEA’s Major Programme 2, “Nuclear Techniques for Development and Environmental Protection”. This Major Programme comprises individual programmes on food and agriculture, human health, water resources, environment and radiation technologies. These programmes are supported by laboratories in Seibersdorf, Monaco and Vienna. The Major Programme’s objective is to enhance the capacity of Member States to meet basic human needs and to assess and manage the marine and terrestrial environments through the use of nuclear and isotopic techniques in sustainable development programmes.
The Division of Human Health is organized into four Sections whose objectives are to enhance the capabilities of Member States to address needs related to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of health problems through the development and application of nuclear techniques within a framework of quality assurance.
The Dosimetry and Medical Radiation Physics Section (DMRP) is responsible for quality assurance and metrology in radiation medicine. The Section works closely with clinical colleagues of the Applied Radiation Biology and Radiotherapy Section and the Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic Imaging Section. Specifically, DMRP provides technical support in medical physics to ensure the safe and effective applications of nuclear technology in radiotherapy, diagnostic radiology and nuclear medicine. It operates the Dosimetry Laboratory (DOL) located at the Agency’s Laboratories, Seibersdorf, and provides a dosimetry calibration service and a dosimetry auditing and verification service for Member States.
Main Purpose
As a member of the Dosimetry Laboratory Team, reporting to the DOL Head, the Dosimetrist (Quality Audits) contributes specialized technical knowledge and experience to the implementation of activities related to the IAEA dosimetry audit services. The incumbent performs dosimetry measurements, processes data, analyzes results of measurements and contributes to laboratory developments in order to introduce new methodologies and enhance efficiency and effectiveness. He/she takes part in DOL quality management activities and contributes to continual process improvements. He/she also contributes to the implementation of actions and tasks relating to radiation protection and safety activities of DOL.
Role
The Dosimetrist (Quality Audits) is: 1) a technical specialist on dosimetry for radiotherapy; 2) a collaborator, participating in provision of dosimetry audit services and maintaining and improving the quality of the dosimetry services conducted at the Laboratory; 3) a contributor to research and development related to various aspects of dosimetry audit activities; 4) a data analyst evaluating, extracting, analyzing and consolidating dosimetry audit data from the DOL databases and obtained from Member States.
Functions / Key Results Expected
As part of the technical DOL team:
– Contribute to the implementation of dosimetry auditing services by performing measurements, data processing, development/update of databases and electronic data analysis tools, and the preparation of reports on audit results.
– Interact with counterparts involved in IAEA dosimetry services, review incoming data sheets and analyze data provided for DOL auditing services.
– Contribute to the DOL developmental work by testing of new dosimetry systems and new auditing procedures.
– Provide measurement support to IAEA research projects in dosimetry, upon request.
– Participate in the implementation of the DOL quality management system, including QA/QC of auditing equipment and QA of the auditing service provision; conduct dosimetry measurements; analyze results using statistical models; identify deviations and possible causes and trends, and suggest improvements in laboratory procedures.
– Assist in providing training to fellows and in conducting scientific visits.
– Participate in the implementation of DOL radiation protection and safety activities.
The incumbent may perform his/her work in areas involving exposure to radioactive materials. Therefore, as an Occupationally Exposed Worker, he/she must be medically cleared by VIC Medical Service and is subject to an appropriate radiation and health monitoring programme, in accordance with the IAEA’s Radiation Safety Regulations.
Competencies and Expertise
Core Competencies
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Communication | Communicates orally and in writing in a clear, concise and impartial manner. Takes time to listen to and understand the perspectives of others and proposes solutions. |
| Achieving Results | Takes initiative in defining realistic outputs and clarifying roles, responsibilities and expected results in the context of the Department/Division’s programme. Evaluates his/her results realistically, drawing conclusions from lessons learned. |
| Teamwork | Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions. |
| Planning and Organizing | Plans and organizes his/her own work in support of achieving the team or Section’s priorities. Takes into account potential changes and proposes contingency plans. |
Functional Competencies
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Commitment to continuous process improvement | Identifies opportunities for process, system and structural improvement as well as improving current practices, increasing effectiveness and achieving efficiency gains. Actively supports the application of sound quality management standards and process improvement. |
| Partnership building | Develops and maintains partnerships needed for his/her work. Establishes and nurtures positive relations with partners and stakeholders. |
| Technical/scientific credibility | Acquires and applies new skills to remain up to date in his/her area of expertise. Reliably applies knowledge of basic technical/scientific methods and concepts. |
Required Expertise
| Function | Name | Expertise Description |
|---|---|---|
| Dosimetry | Dosimetry | Hands-on experience with high precision solid state and ion chamber dosimetry for radiotherapy. |
| Medical Physics | Radiotherapy Physics | Advanced knowledge and experience in clinical dosimetry, treatment planning and QA in radiotherapy. |
Asset Expertise
| Function | Name | Expertise Description |
|---|---|---|
| Dosimetry | Quality Management | Hands-on experience with implementation of QMS for dosimetry labs based on ISO 17025 standard incl. radiation protection and safety procedures. |
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
Bachelor’s Degree – University degree in Radiation Dosimetry or Medical Radiation Physics; advanced university degree in the same field is an asset.
Minimum of two years of working experience in a radiotherapy centre, dosimetry calibration laboratory or a research institute dealing with radiation dosimetry.
Experience as part of a team delivering projects in the area of radiation dosimetry.
Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.
Remuneration
The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $50377 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 23627*, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses; 6 weeks’ annual vacation, home leave, pension plan and health insurance
Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries are encouraged
Applicants should be aware that IAEA staff members are international civil servants and may not accept instructions from any other authority. The IAEA is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. As part of the United Nations common system, the IAEA subscribes to the following core ethical standards (or values): Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for diversity. Staff members may be assigned to any location. The IAEA retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade or with a different contract type, or to make an appointment with a modified job description or for shorter duration than indicated above. Testing may be part of the recruitment process
