Position Available

["Kerns, Ken" <kckerns@iastate.edu>]

Iowa State University has an opening for an entry level health physicist. 
  If you are interested in the position please send me  the required 
materials by mail, fax or email.  I will be available to answer questions 
regarding this position after September 25, 1995.

Ken Kerns, Radiation Safety Officer
Iowa State University
Environmental Health and Safety
118 Agronomy Laboratory
Ames, Iowa  50011

515-294-0746  (office)
515-294-9357 (fax)
email: kckerns@iastate.edu
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Description:  Entry Level Health Physicist to assist in the development and 
implementation of a comprehensive radiation safety program for a large 
research-based university campus which includes 250 radionuclide 
laboratories, a 10 KW research reactor, a 10 MeV linear accelerator, and 40 
analytic and diagnostic x-ray devices.  Responsibilities include performing 
laboratory contamination and safety surveys; providing training for new 
radioactive material users; collection, processing, and disposal of 
radioactive waste; and development and maintenance of computer applications 
for radiation safety program.  Candidate will also participate as a member 
of the State of Iowa s Radiological Emergency Response Team.

Position requires: B.S. degree in physical or biological science with a 
strong background in chemistry, physics, biology and calculus; one year 
experience in radiation safety operations (preferably in a university 
research setting) or applicable work; strong computer skills, specifically 
with relational databases and application development; and valid driver s 
license with CDL endorsement or the ability to obtain a CDL.  Candidate must 
demonstrate strong interpersonal, training, oral and written communications 
skills.

Qualified candidates should submit resume and cover letter outlining 
education and experience along with a list of three references.  Review will 
begin on October 13, 1995, and continue until position is filled.  Salary is 
commensurate with background, education, and experience.