Opening for entry-level H.P. Technician

["Frank E. Gallagher, III" <fegallag@uci.edu>]

Radsafers,

The University of California, Irvine has an opening for an entry-level
health physics technician to perform routine duties in the radioactive
materials safety program.

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS MAY BE FOUND ONLINE AT:
http://www.hr.uci.edu/employment/applicant.html
or by calling UCI Campus Human Resources at 949-824-5205

Job No:    CU-3846K
Title:     Health Physics Technician
Dept:      Environmental Health & Safety Office
Open Until: 12/15/1999
Open To:   External Applicants
Salary:    $12.88 per hour
Link:      http://jobs.uci.edu/webbullcu.html#CU-3846K

DUTIES: Health Physics Technician to perform various tasks in the campus
radiation safety program under close supervision. Duties include: a)
perform scheduled radiation protection surveys, and prepare the associated
reports; b) transfer radioactive packages to the Health Physics Laboratory,
and inspect, monitor and distribute them; c) perform calibrations of survey
meters; d) perform leak-testing of sealed sources; e) respond to campus
hazardous materials emergencies; f) assist with the training of EH & S
student assistants.

REQUIREMENTS: General knowledge of scientific nomenclature, chemical and
biological concepts and laboratory procedures, related to the safe handling
of hazardous materials; written and oral communication skills sufficient to
perform all duties; ability to interact effectively with faculty, staff,
and students.

DESIREABLES: Experience using a personal computer for word processing and
data entry; skill to operate a variety of sampling devices and analytical
instruments; work experience in a research institution's comprehensive
safety program; general knowledge of UCI campus environmental health and
safety policies and procedures related to the use of hazardous materials. 

NOTES: This position requires the completion of a successful background check.

Frank E. Gallagher, III, MPH, CHP  
Manager, Radiation Protection Section
Radiation Safety Officer 
Environmental Health & Safety Office
University of California, Irvine
fegallag@uci.edu
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