Přehled
The Extreme Light Infrastructure ERIC (ELI ERIC) is the world’s largest and most advanced high-power laser research infrastructure. As an international user facility dedicated to multi-disciplinary science, ELI provides access to world-class high-power, high-repetition-rate laser systems and enables cutting-edge research, as well as breakthrough technological innovations. The ELI ERIC operates as a single multi-site organization with two complementary facilities specialized in different fields of research with extreme light: ELI Beamlines in Dolní Břežany (Czech Republic) and ELI ALPS in Szeged (Hungary).
ELI Beamlines Facility operates four cutting-edge high-power femtosecond laser systems reaching unprecedented intensities. The operational laser systems make unique femtosecond sources of X-rays and accelerated particles available to scientific users for pioneering research in physical, chemical, materials, life and medical sciences as well as physics of dense plasmas, warm dense matter, and laboratory astrophysics. The ELI Beamlines Facility employs over 350 researchers, engineers and other professionals from more than 38 countries.
In our team we have the following position available:
Senior Radiation Protection Specialist (327)
Job description:
- Act as the Responsible Person under the Czech Atomic Act and ensure compliance with Czech, EURATOM, IAEA, and ICRP radiation protection requirements.
- Serve as the main contact for SÚJB and coordinate licensing, audits, inspections, and regulatory documentation.
- Lead radiation protection activities across the ELI Beamlines facility, including shielding calculations, radiation monitoring, dosimetry, and safe operation of experiments involving ionizing radiation.
- Prepare and maintain radiation protection procedures, emergency plans, and technical safety documentation.
- Deliver radiation safety training, support risk management and emergency preparedness, and contribute to scientific publications and international collaborations.
Requirements:
- University degree in physics, nuclear engineering, radiation protection, or a related field.
- Proven experience in radiation protection and operation of facilities using ionizing radiation.
- Qualification to act as a supervising person at a Category III workplace, in accordance with the Atomic Act No. 263/2016 Coll. and implementing Decree No. 409/2016 Coll.
- Strong knowledge of Czech and international radiation protection regulations and standards.
- Experience with radiation transport simulations and shielding design is an advantage.
- Strong analytical and communication skills, ability to work independently in an international environment, and professional English proficiency.
- SÚJB-recognised certification or qualification is a strong advantage.
We offer:
- Opportunity to work in this unique international scientific institution
- Flexible working hours
- Collaboration with leading international experts and research teams
- Modern working environment near Prague
- Professional growth, scientific development, and international networking opportunities
- Meal allowance, pension contribution
- 5 weeks of holidays and 6 days of personal leave
- Support of leisure time activities
Applications, containing CV, cover letter, contacts of references, and any other material the candidate considers relevant, should be sent to Mrs. Jana Ženíšková, HR Senior Specialist (jana.zeniskova@eli-laser.eu, +420 601 560 322).
Information on the processing of personal data can be found on https://www.eli-beams.eu/informace-o-zpracovani-vasich-osobnich-udaju-gdpr/. We are an equal opportunity employer.