Senior Laboratory Technician (Nuclear Instrumentation) (G6)

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 Division of Physical and Chemical Sciences is responsible for assisting and advising Member States in research and development for the nuclear sciences, especially the physical and chemical sciences. Specifically, the Division provides support to Member States in the following fields: production of radioisotopes and radiolabelled products for applications in health care and industry; radiation source applications; research reactor utilization; applications of accelerators and nuclear instrumentation; nuclear and atomic data for applications; controlled nuclear fusion and isotope hydrology and geochemistry.

Additionally, the nuclear science activities carried out by the Nuclear Data Section and Physics Section in the Division of Physical and Chemical Sciences of the Department of Nuclear Sciences and Applications fall under Major Programme 1.

The Physics Section is responsible for planning and implementing activities in the areas of (i) effective utilization of research reactors, (ii) fostering relevant research and development and applications using particle accelerators and related instrumentation, and (iii) plasma physics and fusion, in order to enable Member States to avail themselves of the benefits of nuclear sciences and technologies. It operates the Nuclear Science and Instrumentation Laboratory, located at the Agency's Laboratories in Seibersdorf, which assists laboratories in Member States to improve the effective utilization of nuclear spectrometry and related instrumentation by providing technical advice, training, calibration services, assistance with the modification and development of nuclear instruments and with new applications of nuclear spectrometry techniques in various fields, including energy related applications, environmental monitoring, industry, and the study of cultural heritage objects.

Main Purpose

Under the supervision of the Laboratory Head, the Senior Laboratory Technician (Nuclear Instrumentation) develops and utilizes scientific instruments and measuring techniques in support of applied research and development (R&D) projects. In addition, he/she provides training and technical backstopping support to Technical Cooperation (TC) projects.

Functions / Key Results Expected

• Prepare, implement and maintain various nuclear instrumentation systems and components, and utilize associated analytical techniques;
• Contribute to the implementation of the Quality Assurance (QA) procedures relevant to nuclear instrumentation and associated analytical techniques such as assisting in development of supporting documentation and protocols;
• Provide technical content for the development of training materials (hardware and software) on nuclear instrumentation systems and related analytical techniques;
• Provide training to fellows and scientific visitors from Member States on the implementation and effective use of nuclear instrumentation and related analytical techniques;
• Prepare and implement procurement of equipment and associated accessory items, including international shipment, customs and export formalities.

Competencies and Expertise

Core Competencies

table { border-collapse: collapse; } table, th, td { word-wrap: break-word; valign="top"; } 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. Client orientation Helps clients to analyse their needs. Seeks to understand service needs from the client’s perspective and ensure that the client’s standards are met. 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. Required Expertise

Function Name Expertise Description Physics Nuclear Instrumentation Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with radiation detectors, readout electronics, data acquisition systems and other experimental setups, including operation and maintenance aspects Physics Nuclear Physics Good knowledge of ion beam and/or neutron based analytical techniques and associated instrumentation, including X-ray and/or gamma spectrometry Physics Radioanalytical Techniques Familiarity with quality systems and quality assurance/quality control measures in a laboratory environment Qualifications, Experience and Language skills

• Completed secondary education / High School Diploma
• Post-secondary studies with certification or degree in experimental physics or nuclear-related instrumentation engineering is an asset
• Minimum of six years of relevant working experience in the field of nuclear instrumentation and associated analytical techniques
• Experience in teaching and practical training in the field of nuclear instrumentation is an asset
• Experience in using a computerized workflow system; good knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Good computer skills, including experience in the development and use of software for data acquisition and data analysis
• Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.
• Administrative skills test to IAEA standard might be part of the process.

Remuneration

The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at EUR 58149 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), 6 weeks' annual vacation, pension plan and health insurance

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report. Recruitment will be on a LOCAL BASIS. Non-local candidates will be considered only when no suitable candidate from the duty station is identified and will be subject to local recruitment. A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment.) Outside applicants are required to supply to the IAEA or to authorize it to seek all information relevant to their suitability for employment by the IAEA. Testing may be part of the recruitment process. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Applicants should be aware that IAEA staff members are international civil servants and may not accept instructions from any other authority. The IAEA is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. As part of the United Nations common system, the IAEA subscribes to the following core ethical standards (or values): Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for diversity. Staff members may be assigned to any location. The IAEA retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade or with a different contract type, or to make an appointment with a modified job description or for shorter duration than indicated above. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------