UK Research and Innovation
Graduate Trainee in Radiation Protection and Radioactive Waste
Job Location
Didcot, United Kingdom
Job Description
Science and Technology Facilities Council
Salary: £31,878 (plus £1000 welcome bonus)
Hours: Full time
Contract Type: Open Ended.
Location: Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire
Closing date: Sunday 20th October 2024
Assessment centre: December 2024/January 2025 TBC
Please note that we can only accept a maximum of 2 applications per candidate.
ISIS produces radiation as a by-product of its operational activities; prompt radiation from high energy proton, neutron and muon beams, and the radiation and radioactive contamination coming from the activation of various solid materials, liquids and gases (airborne). Health Physics & Facility Safety (HPFS) Group supports ISIS operations by providing Health Physics monitoring, radioactive waste disposal, personal and environmental dosimetry, Health & Safety training and documentation guidance. This support covers daily operations, maintenance, accelerator or instrument breakdowns, and a response to on and off-site incidents. The HPFS Group (part of ISIS Instrumentation Division) is formed into 3 sections covering the mentioned support tasks: Health Physics, Radioactive Waste and Facility Safety (Dosimetry Office).
This is a unique opportunity for graduates interested in radiation protection in all its forms and all its applications to develop their skills and experience at the cutting edge of scientific endeavour - variety and challenge - are the key words for the role you will undertake applying your strong numerate background in physics or physical sciences.
You will work with and advise leading scientists and engineers on the design of new or upgrades to existing scientific facilities, undertaking shielding calculations, advising on ways of working to minimise radiation dose, advising on how radioactive wastes can be disposed of safely, be expert in the application of regulatory controls and engage with regulatory authorities.
Brief overview of the scheme
The STFC Graduate scheme will give you the opportunity to really pursue your interests and passion early in your journey with us, supported by technical training and a broader programme of career support and training and development.
Our dedicated Early Careers Development Team will provide the right combination of challenge and support throughout, helping you achieve your ambitions. We know that professional recognition is also important to you too, so we will provide mentoring and expertise to help you achieve valued qualifications or chartered status in your chosen field.
STFC offers a benefits package crafted to provide an excellent work/life balance including 30 days' annual leave, an outstanding index linked pension scheme, 10.5 public and privilege days, Christmas closure and flexible working hours. For more information on our full list of benefits, please visit here.
About the role and a summary of key duties & responsibilities
Key Duties
We need graduates to support the corporate and ISIS teams that work on Radiation Protection, Health Physics and the management of Radioactive Waste in areas including:
You will undertake placements and training to understand each of these areas with the possibility to specialise later.
You will need to become familiar and demonstrate a real understanding of the relevant legislation and associated guidance, including IRR17, EPR10 and CDG.
Responsibilities
You will be expected to:
Once you are settled in, you will also be expected to:
Training will be provided as necessary. In addition to a full induction and "on the job" training, you will have the opportunity to attend conferences, attend specialist training, undertake various soft skills training and take part in our organisation-wide Early Careers conference, where you can network with other graduates and colleagues at the start of their career.
To apply for this graduate opportunity, we are looking for the following:
Key: shortlisting (S), Interview (I) or both (S&I)
Essential:
Desirable:
Part of our application process involves submitting your CV and a cover letter. Your cover letter should address your suitability for the opportunity based how you meet each essential criteria stated in this advert.
Please note that we hold the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications have been received.
About The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
As one of Europe's largest research organisations, we ask the biggest questions in the universe to find answers that change the world around us. We seek understanding. We're proud of the impact we make. And we're committed to helping build a globally competitive, knowledge-based UK economy. Being part of all this means contributing to work that pushes boundaries and creates possibilities. You'll work with, and learn from, true experts. Whatever your role, you'll be free to question, and encouraged to share ideas. And, in a positive and supportive culture, you'll discover just what a difference you can make when you're equipped and inspired to excel.
We're a place where curious minds thrive. Not bound by profit, we explore ideas that others don't, ask questions that others won't, and discover answers that others are not equipped to find. And, alongside Mars landings and black holes, we also explore diverse, international projects in everything from science and engineering to computing and technology. Whether it's at the cutting edge or behind the scenes, our work is intellectually challenging. It's very often ground-breaking. And it's endlessly, irresistibly fascinating.
For more information about STFC please visit https://stfc.ukri.org/
You can also visit our careers site https://www.stfccareers.co.uk/
About UK Research Innovation (UKRI)
UKRI is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England and Innovate UK. Together, we build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation.
Supporting some of the world's most exciting and challenging research projects, we develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills and business-led innovation.
More information can be found at www.ukri.org .
Choosing to come to work at UKRI means that you will have access to a whole host of benefits from a defined benefit pension scheme, excellent holiday entitlement, access to employee shopping/travel discounts and salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. For more details, visit benefits of working for UKRI .
The role holder will be required to have the appropriate level of security screening/vetting required for the role. UKRI reserves the right to run or re-run security clearance as required during the course of employment.
How we support EDI in the workforce
At UKRI, we believe that everyone has a right to be treated with dignity and respect, and to be provided with equal opportunities to thrive and succeed in an environment that enables them to do so. We also value diversity of thought and experience within inclusive groups, organisations and the wider community. For further information, please visit 'How we support EDI in the workforce' .
Disability Confident Employer
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
How to apply
Online applications only preferred for this role. Please submit a CV and covering letter which clearly outlines how you fulfil the criteria specified along with your motivation for UKRI and the role. Ensure that the job reference number is included in the filename description of each document uploaded. Note that failure to address the above criteria or submit an application without a covering letter may result in the application not being considered. Assessment will only be based upon the content of your submitted covering letter and CV and not the 'experience' section of the application.
UKRI seeks to ensure it creates and maintains a system of openness, fairness and inclusion - a collaborative, trusted environment, which is attractive to and accessible to everyone who is interested in developing their career with us.
Additional Information
Location: Didcot, GB
Posted Date: 9/19/2024
Salary: £31,878 (plus £1000 welcome bonus)
Hours: Full time
Contract Type: Open Ended.
Location: Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire
Closing date: Sunday 20th October 2024
Assessment centre: December 2024/January 2025 TBC
Please note that we can only accept a maximum of 2 applications per candidate.
ISIS produces radiation as a by-product of its operational activities; prompt radiation from high energy proton, neutron and muon beams, and the radiation and radioactive contamination coming from the activation of various solid materials, liquids and gases (airborne). Health Physics & Facility Safety (HPFS) Group supports ISIS operations by providing Health Physics monitoring, radioactive waste disposal, personal and environmental dosimetry, Health & Safety training and documentation guidance. This support covers daily operations, maintenance, accelerator or instrument breakdowns, and a response to on and off-site incidents. The HPFS Group (part of ISIS Instrumentation Division) is formed into 3 sections covering the mentioned support tasks: Health Physics, Radioactive Waste and Facility Safety (Dosimetry Office).
This is a unique opportunity for graduates interested in radiation protection in all its forms and all its applications to develop their skills and experience at the cutting edge of scientific endeavour - variety and challenge - are the key words for the role you will undertake applying your strong numerate background in physics or physical sciences.
You will work with and advise leading scientists and engineers on the design of new or upgrades to existing scientific facilities, undertaking shielding calculations, advising on ways of working to minimise radiation dose, advising on how radioactive wastes can be disposed of safely, be expert in the application of regulatory controls and engage with regulatory authorities.
Brief overview of the scheme
The STFC Graduate scheme will give you the opportunity to really pursue your interests and passion early in your journey with us, supported by technical training and a broader programme of career support and training and development.
Our dedicated Early Careers Development Team will provide the right combination of challenge and support throughout, helping you achieve your ambitions. We know that professional recognition is also important to you too, so we will provide mentoring and expertise to help you achieve valued qualifications or chartered status in your chosen field.
STFC offers a benefits package crafted to provide an excellent work/life balance including 30 days' annual leave, an outstanding index linked pension scheme, 10.5 public and privilege days, Christmas closure and flexible working hours. For more information on our full list of benefits, please visit here.
About the role and a summary of key duties & responsibilities
Key Duties
We need graduates to support the corporate and ISIS teams that work on Radiation Protection, Health Physics and the management of Radioactive Waste in areas including:
- Calculating and modelling radiation source terms for scientific experiments/facilities;
- Monitoring personal doses and minimising risk by the application of ALARP (As Low As Reasonably Practicable) principles to radiation work
- Interpretation and application of radiological protection data
- Provision of a Health Physics service to personnel working in radiation environments
- Shielding and dose calculations/modelling
- Ensuring that BAT (Best Available Techniques) principles relating to radioactive waste are applied to all areas of operations and new projects
- Managing the safe storage and effective disposal of radioactive wastes
- Managing safe transport of radioactive materials, on and off-site
You will undertake placements and training to understand each of these areas with the possibility to specialise later.
You will need to become familiar and demonstrate a real understanding of the relevant legislation and associated guidance, including IRR17, EPR10 and CDG.
Responsibilities
You will be expected to:
- Communicate and work with fellow radiation protection and radioactive waste staff, customers, scientists, engineers, and management
- Undertake calculations and radiological assessments
- Write documents including Safety Instructions, Risk Assessments, Operating Instructions
- Make effective use of IT, databases and modelling packages
- Take an active role in both technical and non-technical meetings
- Participate in the wider department and STFC graduate training programme.
Once you are settled in, you will also be expected to:
- Lead work packages and projects through to completion
- Help colleagues with less experience get up to speed
- Supervise/mentor junior colleagues.
Training will be provided as necessary. In addition to a full induction and "on the job" training, you will have the opportunity to attend conferences, attend specialist training, undertake various soft skills training and take part in our organisation-wide Early Careers conference, where you can network with other graduates and colleagues at the start of their career.
To apply for this graduate opportunity, we are looking for the following:
Key: shortlisting (S), Interview (I) or both (S&I)
Essential:
- Achieved, or be on course to achieve, a minimum 2:1 degree, in a relevant field of study (S)
- Have the right to live and work in the UK at time of starting employment (S)
- Demonstrate good communication skills, able to influence people at all levels
- Demonstrate good team working capabilities, and ability to work independently
- Creative and proactive attitude to problem solving with an analytical and logical approach
- The willingness to learn new skills, both technical and non-technical
- Demonstrates a drive and determination to achieve results
- Open minded and flexible in relation to the type of work assigned to them
- Good organisational skills and ability to take initiative
Desirable:
- Work in a controlled radiation area and with ionising radiation, and wear and use PPE and RPE (if required).
- Undertake occasional travel within the UK and overseas.
- Carry out manual handling activities
- Full driving licence
Part of our application process involves submitting your CV and a cover letter. Your cover letter should address your suitability for the opportunity based how you meet each essential criteria stated in this advert.
Please note that we hold the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications have been received.
About The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
As one of Europe's largest research organisations, we ask the biggest questions in the universe to find answers that change the world around us. We seek understanding. We're proud of the impact we make. And we're committed to helping build a globally competitive, knowledge-based UK economy. Being part of all this means contributing to work that pushes boundaries and creates possibilities. You'll work with, and learn from, true experts. Whatever your role, you'll be free to question, and encouraged to share ideas. And, in a positive and supportive culture, you'll discover just what a difference you can make when you're equipped and inspired to excel.
We're a place where curious minds thrive. Not bound by profit, we explore ideas that others don't, ask questions that others won't, and discover answers that others are not equipped to find. And, alongside Mars landings and black holes, we also explore diverse, international projects in everything from science and engineering to computing and technology. Whether it's at the cutting edge or behind the scenes, our work is intellectually challenging. It's very often ground-breaking. And it's endlessly, irresistibly fascinating.
For more information about STFC please visit https://stfc.ukri.org/
You can also visit our careers site https://www.stfccareers.co.uk/
About UK Research Innovation (UKRI)
UKRI is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England and Innovate UK. Together, we build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation.
Supporting some of the world's most exciting and challenging research projects, we develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills and business-led innovation.
More information can be found at www.ukri.org .
Choosing to come to work at UKRI means that you will have access to a whole host of benefits from a defined benefit pension scheme, excellent holiday entitlement, access to employee shopping/travel discounts and salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. For more details, visit benefits of working for UKRI .
The role holder will be required to have the appropriate level of security screening/vetting required for the role. UKRI reserves the right to run or re-run security clearance as required during the course of employment.
How we support EDI in the workforce
At UKRI, we believe that everyone has a right to be treated with dignity and respect, and to be provided with equal opportunities to thrive and succeed in an environment that enables them to do so. We also value diversity of thought and experience within inclusive groups, organisations and the wider community. For further information, please visit 'How we support EDI in the workforce' .
Disability Confident Employer
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
How to apply
Online applications only preferred for this role. Please submit a CV and covering letter which clearly outlines how you fulfil the criteria specified along with your motivation for UKRI and the role. Ensure that the job reference number is included in the filename description of each document uploaded. Note that failure to address the above criteria or submit an application without a covering letter may result in the application not being considered. Assessment will only be based upon the content of your submitted covering letter and CV and not the 'experience' section of the application.
UKRI seeks to ensure it creates and maintains a system of openness, fairness and inclusion - a collaborative, trusted environment, which is attractive to and accessible to everyone who is interested in developing their career with us.
Additional Information
- Organisation: Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) - ISIS
- Contract Type: Open Ended
- External Closing Date: Oct 20, 2024
- Minimum Salary: Pound Sterling (GBP) 31,878
- Hours: Full-time
Location: Didcot, GB
Posted Date: 9/19/2024
Contact Information
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