Radiation Biologist(P4)

Radiation Biologist(P4) - (2023/0299 (004693)) Organization: NAHU-Applied Radiation Biology and Radiotherapy Section Primary Location: Austria-Vienna-Vienna-IAEA Headquarters Job Posting: 2024-08-15, 8:37:27 AM Closing Date: 2024-09-06, 4:59:00 PM Duration in Months: 36 Contract Type: Fixed Term - Regular Probation Period: 1 Year Full Competitive Recruitment: Yes Organizational Setting The Department of Nuclear Sciences and Applications implements the IAEA's Major Programme 2, "Nuclear Techniques for Development and Environmental Protection". This Major Programme comprises individual programmes on food and agriculture, human health, water resources, environment and radiation technologies. These programmes are supported by laboratories in Seibersdorf, Monaco and Vienna. The Major Programme's objective is to enhance the capacity of Member States to meet basic human needs and to assess and manage the marine and terrestrial environments through the use of nuclear and isotopic techniques in sustainable development programmes. The Applied Radiation Biology and Radiotherapy Section's primary objective is to enhance Member States' capabilities to establish sound policies concerning radiotherapy and cancer treatment, and to ensure the effective and efficient utilization of current and future advanced cancer radiotherapy treatment technologies. Main Purpose Role Under the direct supervision of the Section Head, the Radiation Biologist is a: (1) technical adviser and research coordinator, helping to ensure the efficient and effective development and implementation of research and training; (2) adviser, providing expertise to the Section, Division and other IAEA staff on programmatic, scientific and technical matters; (3) team member, striving to improve the team activities and team approach aimed at providing high quality service and sustainable development in the field of radiation biology in Member States; (4) coordinator of the radiobiology laboratory. Functions / Key Results Expected - Support the technical cooperation programme through the evaluation of relevant project requests, the development of work plans, the implementation of expert assignments, training activities, the recommendation of suitable equipment and by participating in missions to IAEA recipient countries. - Coordinate work with other national and international organizations and collaborate on joint Section/Division initiatives and cross-cutting activities. - Plan and organize scientific and advisory meetings to review current knowledge in radiation biology and plan for future activities within the field. - Prepare reports, proceedings and scientific publications on radiation biology and related activities. - Represent the IAEA at international meetings and conferences as required. Competencies and Expertise **Core Competencies** **Name** **Definition** - Communication- Communicates orally and in writing in a clear, concise and impartial manner. Takes time to listen to and understand the perspectives of others and proposes solutions.- Achieving Results- Takes initiative in defining realistic outputs and clarifying roles, responsibilities and expected results in the context of the Department/Division’s programme. Evaluates his/her results realistically, drawing conclusions from lessons learned.- Teamwork- Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions.- Planning and Organizing- Plans and organizes his/her own work in support of achieving the team or Section’s priorities. Takes into account potential changes and proposes contingency plans.**Functional Competencies** **Name** **Definition** - Analytical thinking- Analyses information to identify cause and effect relationships and correlations. Identifies critical elements and assesses consequences of different courses of action and proposes solutions.- Knowledge sharing and learning- Actively seeks learning opportunities and actively shares knowledge and information with others; shares specialized knowledge, skills and learning from experience across different situations and contexts effectively.- Technical/scientific credibility- Ensures that work is in compliance with internationally accepted professional standards and scientific methods. Provides scientifically/technically accepted information that is credible and reliable.**Required Expertise** **Function** **Name** **Expertise Description** - Radiation Medicine- Clinical and Radiation Oncology- Expertise in clinical practice in a radiotherapy department.- Radiation Medicine- Radiation Biology- Solid knowledge of radiobiological principles.- Radiation Medicine- Radiation Medicine Research- Expertise in radiobiological and radiation oncology research.**Asset Expertise** **Function** **Name** **Expertise Description** - Radiation Medicine- Tissue Radiosterilization- Knowledge of the principles of sterilisation of tissue allografts for transplantation.Qualifications, Experience and Language sk