Senior Nuclear Engineer / Health Physicist

Theragenics

$110K — $130K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • M.S. or Ph.D. in relevant engineering or physics discipline.
  • 5+ years of experience in radiation engineering or related fields.
  • Proficiency in Monte Carlo radiation transport software like MCNP.
  • Experience in performing shielding analyses and radiation dose calculations.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
  • Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

  • Perform radiation shielding analyses and dose assessments.
  • Develop and validate Monte Carlo radiation transport models.
  • Support design activities for facilities and radiological systems.
  • Provide expertise during manufacturing readiness and commissioning.
  • Prepare technical documents and engineering specifications.
  • Evaluate and optimize radiation detection systems.
  • Participate in risk assessments and design reviews.

Benefits

  • Expand expertise in specialized nuclear engineering projects.
  • Contribute to innovative radiopharmaceutical manufacturing technologies.
  • Collaborate in a supportive team environment with professionals.
  • Comprehensive benefits package for health and well-being.
  • Engage in purpose-driven work impacting cancer treatment.
Full Job Description
Join Theragenics as a Senior Nuclear Engineer / Health Physicist and help advance the future of radiopharmaceutical manufacturing. In this impactful role, you'll serve as the primary radiation engineering expert supporting the development of next-generation technologies used in life-saving cancer treatments. From facility design and radiation modeling to regulatory support and manufacturing readiness, you'll play a vital role in bringing innovative healthcare solutions to patients worldwide. If you're passionate about applying advanced nuclear engineering principles to real-world challenges, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

Role Summary

As a Senior Nuclear Engineer / Health Physicist, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting the design, development, commissioning, and operation of innovative radiopharmaceutical manufacturing technologies. Working closely with cross-functional teams across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, Process Development, and Regulatory Affairs, you'll apply advanced radiation engineering expertise to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform radiation shielding analyses, dose assessments, and source term calculations.
  • Develop, validate, and interpret Monte Carlo radiation transport models using MCNP or equivalent software.
  • Support facility, hot cell, process equipment, and radiological system design activities.
  • Provide radiation engineering expertise during commissioning, qualification, and manufacturing readiness initiatives.
  • Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, design specifications, and engineering standards.
  • Evaluate and optimize radiation detection systems, including HPGe spectroscopy applications.
  • Participate in design reviews, hazard analyses, and project risk assessments.
  • Support regulatory submissions and provide technical expertise during inspections and audits.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex technical and operational challenges.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to radiation safety, facility performance, and operational effectiveness.

Qualifications & Skills

Required Qualifications
  • M.S. or Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering, Health Physics, Nuclear Physics, Medical Physics, or a related discipline.
  • 5+ years of experience in radiation engineering, shielding design, health physics, or nuclear engineering environments.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with MCNP or equivalent Monte Carlo radiation transport software, including model development and results interpretation.
  • Experience performing shielding analyses, source term development, and radiation dose calculations.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent technical writing, documentation, and communication abilities.
  • Ability to effectively collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in radiopharmaceutical manufacturing or isotope production environments.
  • Knowledge of cyclotron facility operations and radiation systems.
  • Experience utilizing HPGe gamma spectroscopy.
  • Familiarity with cGMP-regulated manufacturing environments.
  • Experience supporting NRC or Agreement State licensed facilities.
  • Experience with radiation transport and shielding software such as MicroShield, SCALE, PHITS, FLUKA, Geant4, MAVRIC, or similar tools.

Why Join Us?

Career Growth

Expand your expertise while working on highly specialized nuclear engineering projects within a growing organization focused on innovation and advancement.

Innovative Projects

Contribute to the development of next-generation radiopharmaceutical manufacturing technologies that directly impact patient care.

Collaborative Culture

Work alongside talented professionals across engineering, manufacturing, quality, regulatory affairs, and process development in a supportive team environment.

Competitive Benefits

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and professional success.

Purpose-Driven Work

Help create the technologies and therapies that improve outcomes for cancer patients and make a lasting difference in healthcare.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and be part of something extraordinary.

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