Assistant Radiation Safety Officer

Campus: Tempe • End Date: August 18, 2026

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR,
• Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Responsibilities

• Leads efforts to review and revise written radiation, laser and x-ray safety program documentation and guidance.
• Leads site visits to audit, provide consultation and inspections of university facilities using hazardous materials including: biological, chemical, lasers, and radiological materials, to ensure compliance with federal, state, local regulations, codes, and university requirements.
• Develops and implements pollution prevention programs and sustainability activities to support university goals.
• Interprets and ensures effectiveness of specific methodology and key performance indicators for the department including the effectiveness of safety education.
• Develops guidance for handling radiation producing equipment and devices.
• Investigates and remediates problems with the safe and legal handling of hazardous materials.
• Trains staff to take measurements and prepares required reports for tracking, decision-making and/or compliance requirements.
• Communicates with customers on safety-related matters.

Skills

• Knowledge of chemistry, hazardous materials, inventory management, monitoring equipment, and response procedures to investigate incidents, monitor a variety of situations, maintain records and generate reports.
• Knowledge of modern radiation principles related to the recognition, prevention and control of radiation health hazards both ionizing and non-ionizing.
• Knowledge of the function of an academic research laboratory.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations for hazardous materials/waste and environmental sampling.
• Knowledge of biosafety and biosecurity inspection requirements.
• Knowledge of chemical compatibility and hazard classes.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials management practices and techniques.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with radiation safety and regulatory compliance
• Strong communication and training skills
• Education in a relevant scientific field

Department Statement

University Business Services (UBS) supports the New American University's vision of excellence, access, and impact by providing business services and solutions to the university. UBS is comprised of departments including Auxiliary Business Services, Environmental Health and Safety, Parking and Transit Services, Physical Security Initiatives and Emergency Management, Risk Management Services, Supply Chain Management, and Sustainability Practices.

Benefits

• AZ state school tuition reduction for employees and their dependents and spouse; available on day one of employment.
• Competitive wages.
• Employee assistance for confidential and free behavioral health services.
• Generous accrual of paid sick and vacation time.
• Low cost dental, health, life and vision insurance benefits.
• Paid adoption and fertility subsidies.
• Paid time for professional development and volunteering.
• Retirement programs with employer match.
• Wide variety of employee discounts through ASU partnerships.

Pay

$80,000 - $91,000

Additional Information

• Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States. ASU will not be a sponsor for this position.
• This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.