Radiation Protection Officer trieste

Radiation Protection Officer
Trieste
Friuli Venezia Giulia, trieste

Job description As member of the Radiation Protection team, the successful candidate will be involved in radiological measurements and analysis of radiation protection safety aspects of the machine and beamlines, in the management of the different radiation protection issues, including those related to the design and construction of the new Elettra 2. 0 source and to the decommissioning of the existing Elettra storage ring.

Using Monte Carlo simulations, he/she will contribute to the calculation of the activation radionuclides in the existing machine components (bending magnets, quadrupole and other machine components) and will perform Monte Carlo simulations to determine the required upgrade of the shielding of the beamline hutches in the experimental hall for the new Elettra 2. 0 machine Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Chemistry or in Prevention techniques in the environment is required.

A Master degree or PhD in Physics, Engineering or Chemistry would be considered a plus.

Knowledge of basic radiation protection aspects is expected.

The following skills will be considered as additional assets: Data analysis; Experience in dosimetry; Knowledge of AUTOCAD applications; Basic knowledge of Monte Carlo simulation codes (e. g.

FLUKA, MCNP, GEANT4) applicable to radiation protection aspects; Basic knowledge of shielding calculations; Basic knowledge of Legislative decree n. 101/2020 and Italian radioactive waste legislation.

Good oral and written communication skills in English are essential.

At least a basic knowledge of the Italian language is required.

Good time management skills and ability to prioritize are expected, together with the ability to interact with staff members and to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

The appointment envisioned is a fixed term contract of an initial duration of 12 months.

The salary will be commensurate with previous experience and qualifications of the candidate.

Applications should include full curriculum vitae signed by the applicant (preferably using the European Curriculum Vitae Format in PDF), with the names and contact information (including electronic mail) of at least two professional references.

The interviews may be held via video conferencing.