JOB DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision, monitors, controls, inspects, contains or removes hazardous material (biological, chemical, radioactive or other). Provides support to ensure compliance with applicable standards, laws and regulations. Performs surveys and routine safety inspections in the areas of biosafety, chemical safety, radiation safety or industrial hygiene. May participate in project management to facilitate laboratory moves and abatement projects, including coordination with vendors, contractors and internal clients. Maintains storage areas, equipment, and personal protective equipment related to EHS programs. Participates in training for program areas. Responds to internal clients regarding chemical, biosafety, radiation safety and industrial hygiene concerns. Maintains records and prepares reports. Responds to emergency situations involving hazardous materials. Performs related responsibilities as required.

POSITION SPECIFIC DUDIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Effectively communicate orally and in writing with diverse audiences; explain technical concepts clearly and concisely. Maintain current knowledge of and interpret specific government agency requirements (statutes, regulations, licenses, and permits) and university policies. Maintain working knowledge of the scientific and technical aspects of various regulatory requirements and potential impact on assigned work area(s). Participate in educational meetings to instruct employees in matters pertaining to occupational health and prevention of incidents. Use portable and laboratory health physics instrumentation. Perform documented contamination surveys, sealed source inventories and leak tests. Segregate and process radioactive waste. Complete radioactive package receipt inspections. Assign and distribute dosimeters. Perform other related duties as required.

THE PREFERRED APPLICANT CAN:

Author scientific reports and communications to affected workers and management regarding workplace hazards, exposures, and health risks. Work with radioactive materials, both sealed and unsealed, and/or radiation producing machines. Prepare inpatient radiotherapy rooms (using Lu-177, I-131, Tc-99m, etc.). Respond appropriately to radioactive material spills and decontaminate facilities. Identify, evaluate, and mitigate radiation safety hazards. Perform inspections of clinical and research laboratories using radioactive material, radiation producing machines, or lasers. Effectively communicate with therapy patients and clinical staff. Maintain radioactive material authorizations and/or specific license amendments. Conduct radiation safety training. Prepare radioactive packages for shipment. Prepare reports for radiation safety committees.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

Second shift work required weekly. Work in an operational setting involving lifting, walking, and respirator use. Driving Emory vehicles to perform regular activities (must be licensed to drive in Georgia). Contact with patients and research subjects including patient information. Occasional weekend duty.