Job Description
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Main purpose
As a member of a team and under the direct supervision of the Section Head, the Radiation Biologist: (1) coordinates and supports research, provides technical and advisory services and collects, analyses and disseminates information related to radiation biology; (2) initiates activities in the field of radiation biology especially with respect to radiation response to cells and tissues, including clinical applications, to help improve the level of knowledge in Member States of radiobiology applied to radiotherapy and other health effects of radiation exposure; and (3) develops guidelines, training material and teaching programmes in radiation biology for developing countries.
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.
Functions / Key Results Expected
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Develop and implement coordinated research projects in the field of basic and applied radiation biology and its clinical applications, including the evaluation of research contracts, organization of research coordination meetings and the publication of results.
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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.
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Coordinate work with other national and international organizations and collaborate on joint Section/Division initiatives and cross-cutting activities.
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Plan and organize scientific and advisory meetings to review current knowledge in radiation biojogy and plan for future activities within the field.
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Prepare reports, proceedings and scientific publications on radiation biology and related activities.
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Represent the IAEA at international meetings and conferences as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Familiarity with most aspects of basic and applied research in radiobiology from molecular to cellular and tissue/tumour responses to radiation (from mSv-kGy).
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Some in-depth clinical knowledge and/or knowledge of unplanned exposure health effects would be an advantage.
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Background knowledge of radiation sterilization for tissue banking, stem-cell research and principles of biologicaldosimetry.
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Knowledge of molecular oncology and signaling.
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Excellent presentation skills and ability to write and edit scientific and technical reports.
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Ability to work as a member of a team to achieve collaborative organizational goals as well as with experts and national counterparts.
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Ability to work in a multicultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
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