Senior / Executive Scientific Officer (Ionising Radiation Control Dept)

[What the role is]

[What you will be working on]

As a Senior Scientific Officer/Executive Scientific Officer of the Ionising Radiation Control Department, you will enforce radiation safety regulations and advance Singapore’s radiation protection framework through:

• Administering the Radiation Protection Act and its Regulations, and ensuring regulatory compliance across all radiation users
• Reviewing and enhancing the regulatory regime by benchmarking against international best practices
• Evaluating radiation protection, security, transport and waste management plans to identify improvements
• Developing policies and guidance for safe and secure use of radiation in industrial and medical facilities
• Conducting site inspections and advising on radiation protection matters
• Collaborating with industry stakeholders, international organisations, consultants as well as local and foreign government agencies

[What we are looking for]

The job might be for you if you possess:

• A Degree in Physics or radiation-related discipline.
• The ability to process technical information and communicate findings through clear, professional reports and presentations.
• The capability to work both in a team and independently, with the discernment to seek guidance when navigating complex or sensitive issues.
• Strong organisation skills with the resilience to maintain high quality output while managing competing deadlines.
• A positive, detail-oriented approach to problem-solving and the flexibility to adapt to evolving operational needs.
• Critical thinking and sound judgement, with the ability to contribute to improvements of the regulatory framework.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective engagement with industry groups, inter-agency partners, and where relevant, international counterparts or regulatory peers
• Relevant experience in the field of ionising radiation, radiation protection, or regulatory enforcement will be advantageous.