Our organisation The Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) is the Australian Government's primary authority on radiation protection and nuclear safety. Our purpose is to protect the Australian people and the environment from the harmful effects of radiation, through understanding risks, best practice regulation, research, policy, services, partnerships and engaging with the community. Section overview The Medical Radiation Services Branch is comprised of three sections: the Primary Standards Dosimetry Laboratory, the Australian Clinical Dosimetry Service, and Medical Imaging. The Medical Imaging section provides advice and services that underpin national radiation safety in diagnostic imaging. The section runs the National Diagnostic Reference Level Service, which collects data on radiation doses in common imaging procedures and sets national benchmarks against which facilities can compare their practice. The section also develops educational material, provides advice, provides calibration and measurement services related to diagnostic imaging, conducts research into patient dose, contributes to national codes and safety guides, and promotes optimal use of ionising radiation in diagnostic imaging. What we offer Working at ARPANSA represents a dynamic and exciting opportunity to grow your career and access capability-building professional opportunities. At ARPANSA, our workforce priorities are building sustainable capability to enable achievement of ARPANSA's mission, leading as an employer of choice in all the fields we provide opportunities, and strategically aligning our work to deliver meaningful outcomes for the Australian Community. A role at ARPANSA involves: Values and behaviours that underpin a culture characterised by commitment, respect, delivery, inclusion and collegiality. Opportunities to engage with national and international stakeholders, in a context that values leading practice science. The opportunity to pursue your interests while contributing to the Australian community. A commitment to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are valued. We appreciate the experiences, skills and perspectives of all individuals and harness a collaborative environment. We actively encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds. Great working conditions including competitive salaries with 15.4% superannuation, generous leave conditions, flexible work practices, modern amenities, and free parking at both our Yallambie and Miranda sites. The key duties of the position include Primary purpose of the role ARPANSA is seeking an enthusiastic individual to work as part of a small team of scientists within the Medical Radiation Services Branch to develop and manage a program of sophisticated epidemiological analysis of the detriment to the patient and population from radiation doses from various diagnostic and therapeutic applications of ionising radiation. The incumbent will also provide expert level guidance, analysis and advice for other scientific areas of the Agency as available. This role will provide accurate specialist leadership, education, support, and advice on epidemiology, dosimetry survey and data analysis techniques for population radiation exposures. It will also be expected to provide to the government, clinical, scientific, international, and lay public audiences, the results of analysis undertaken in language appropriate to the audience. Key accountabilities Provide leadership and advice on matters relating to the development of epidemiological analyses of detriment to the patient and population from radiation doses from various diagnostic and therapeutic applications of ionising radiations Lead the development of complex epidemiological data analysis and research methods in diagnosis and therapy, including project documentation and report writing Collate and update, from a variety of sources, procedure frequency datasets into a national overview of diagnostic and therapeutic practice using ionising radiations Participate in complex projects that contribute to the evaluation of patient doses arising from radiological and radiotherapy procedures and the development of standards and codes of practice Contribute to, and on occasion lead, international and national analytical teams that provide the fundamental data analysis to form the basis of international guidance documents for a global audience Our ideal candidate - job specific capabilities To be considered for this position you must possess a higher degree from an Australian tertiary institution in epidemiological sciences, or comparable overseas qualifications or other alternative qualifications and experience appropriate to the duties. You should possess a proven ability to communicate and liaise effectively with other professionals and a sound knowledge of the principles and practice of epidemiological analysis of populations at risk. You must hold Australian citizenship and be prepared to travel interstate from time to time as required. ARPANSA requires all new employees to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance as a condition of engagement.
