CareerPlan

Field Health Physicist

Livermore, CA, usFull-time$129k–$196k2026-10-29 → 2026-11-10
HybridCitizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Provide health physics support to LLNL programs to ensure effective implementation of the Radiation Protection Program, including field engagement, hazard evaluation, control verification, and technical documentation support.

Role type

Senior IC health physicist (radiological safety)

Builds

Radiological safety and work planning documentation, safety analysis reports, and engineering designs

Domain

Nuclear engineering / Radiological safety

Required skills

hazard analysis, radiological work planning, emergency response, regulatory compliance, technical documentation, field inspections, incident investigation, mentoring staff

Preferred skills

DOE operations experience, advanced knowledge in specialized areas of Health Physics/Radiological Engineering/Nuclear Engineering, technical direction to staff

Technologies

Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

Responsibilities

Evaluate adequacy of personnel dosimetry, bioassay, and in-vivo monitoring; review and update radiological safety documentation; develop and deliver HP briefings and training; respond to radiological incidents and emergencies; coordinate with health and safety technicians

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC (TSS.2/TSS.3 levels)