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14 November 2024
ICRP Volunteer Opportunity as Technical Secretary

Liz Brackett, HPS President, 2023–2025

The International Commission on Radiological Protection (ICRP) has announced an opportunity for member organizations, which includes the Health Physics Society (HPS), to nominate a staff member for the role of Technical Secretary.

This is a rare opportunity for individuals to contribute to global efforts in radiological protection, play a key role in the review and revision of the System of Radiological Protection, grow their network, and get an inside view of ICRP.

The position is based on cost-free remote work providing a rewarding and beneficial experience for both the individual and the sponsoring organization. The incumbent would need to dedicate a maximum of 4-6 days per month and report directly to the Deputy Scientific Secretary.

Key Responsibilities

  • Providing active support of and involvement in task groups, acting as a link with the Scientific Secretariat.
  • Organizing task group meetings, keeping documents, and reporting on the progress of task group work.
  • May also include writing and editing text for technical purposes and producing easy-to-read summaries for a broad audience.
  • Summarizing publications, bios, and other tasks.
  • Being involved in special projects as needed and assigned by the Deputy Scientific Secretary.

This role offers unparalleled exposure to the inner workings of the ICRP and its global network of top radiological protection experts.

Duration of the assignment is at least one year, with the possibility for annual extensions based on performance.

Eligibility

Candidates nominated for the position of Technical Secretary must be fluent in the English language and have competencies in the areas of work of ICRP committees and task groups.

Application

Applications are required to come from HPS rather than directly from the applicant, so please send an email to Liz Brackett before 12 December 2024 indicating an interest in the position of ICRP Technical Secretary, your CV, and a brief proposal including how much of your time would be dedicated to ICRP activities (ideally about 1 day per week). Multiple candidates may be accepted by the ICRP.