Sr Health Physicist

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Sr Health Physicist in United States.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead radiation safety and health physics initiatives within a highly regulated environmental and waste management environment. You will serve as a technical expert supporting radiological safety programs, waste treatment operations, and compliance efforts across multiple facilities. Working in a collaborative and mission-driven setting, you’ll help ensure safe handling, monitoring, and disposal of radioactive materials while contributing to sustainability and operational excellence goals. The position combines technical problem-solving, field support, regulatory interaction, and strategic program development. Ideal for professionals passionate about environmental responsibility and public safety, this role provides meaningful impact, cross-functional collaboration, and the opportunity to shape best practices in radiation protection and compliance management.

• Develop, implement, and maintain radiation safety policies, procedures, and protocols aligned with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Serve as the technical subject matter expert for radiological safety, including dose assessments, site characterization, radiological modeling, instrumentation, and data validation.
• Support waste treatment and disposal operations by evaluating radiological waste profiles and advising on safe acceptance and handling procedures.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies to ensure ongoing compliance with environmental, health, safety, and radiological standards.
• Assist facilities with dosimetry programs, radiation monitoring initiatives, and exposure control strategies to protect personnel and the environment.
• Conduct radiological audits, surveys, and sampling activities while providing guidance to operational and field teams.
• Support emergency preparedness and response efforts involving radioactive materials and radiological incidents.
• Partner with engineering, quality, supply chain, and operations teams to strengthen radiation safety practices and operational efficiency.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Physics, Radiological Health, Engineering, Physical Science, or a related field.
• 4–7 years of professional experience in health physics, radiation safety, or radiological program management.
• Strong knowledge of radiation protection regulations, compliance standards, and environmental health and safety practices.
• Hands-on experience with radiation protection instrumentation, calibration requirements, and radiological surveys.
• Familiarity with radiation modeling and simulation software such as RESRAD, MCNP, GoldSim, MicroShield, or CAP88.
• Ability to review analytical and radiological data for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Experience supporting field operations and providing technical guidance to multidisciplinary teams.
• Preferred certifications include Certified Health Physicist (CHP), NRRPT certification, or DOT Class 7 shipper qualification.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary ranging from $109,500 – $164,300 USD annually, depending on experience and location.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Health savings and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness support resources.
• Retirement savings plan with generous company matching contributions.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and company-supported work-life balance programs.
• Employee discount programs and additional voluntary benefits.
• Fully remote work opportunity within the United States.