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Radiation Safety and Scientific Specialist

Labcorp


Job Location:

Indianapolis, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 September 2026 (5 days ago)
Application Deadline: 9 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary


Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers patients researchers pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science data technology and laboratory network we advance diagnostics accelerate innovation and help address some of the worlds most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare we are leveraging advanced technologies intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise youll have the opportunity to do meaningful work grow your career and make a real impact on peoples health around the world. Together were improving health and improving lives.


Labcorp is seeking a Radiation Safety & Scientific Specialist to join our Medical Affairs team in Indianapolis IN!

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Job Responsibilities:

The Radiation Safety & Scientific Communications Specialist is a multidisciplinary role responsible for ensuring the safe compliant use of radioactive materials while also translating complex scientific information into clear impactful communications for diverse stakeholders. This position plays a critical role in regulatory compliance radiation protection scientific training and strategic communication. The specialist acts as a liaison between technical teams leadership regulatory authorities and clients and vendors - ensuring both operational safety and scientific clarity. This position will serve as Radiation Safety Officer locally and as a technical resource supporting the global Central Laboratories network.

Scientific Communications & Strategy

Develop and execute scientific communication strategies which may include presentations reports white papers marketing materials and digital platforms.

Translate complex scientific and technical concepts into clear accurate and engaging content for diverse audiences.

Scientific Training & Knowledge Transfer

Design and deliver scientific training programs for internal teams (e.g. project managers marketing business development).

Enhance organizational understanding of scientific concepts technologies and radiation safety practices.

Promote a strong safety and scientific literacy culture across the organization.

Radiation Safety Protection & Compliance

Ensure compliance with all radiation protection regulations authorization conditions and applicable directives.

Establish and maintain controlled and monitored areas to limit radiation exposure.

Conduct periodic monitoring of ambient dose rates inside and outside controlled areas.

Oversee shielding design and radiation protection measures for facility construction and modifications.

Ensure radiation doses are maintained according to ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles.

Maintain availability functionality and proper maintenance of radiation protection equipment.

Perform annual reviews of protective systems and controls. Contamination Control & Monitoring

Investigate radiation-related incidents and ensure thorough documentation and corrective actions.

Manage end-to-end radioactive waste processes including collection labeling storage disposal and release.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Masters in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. Biochemistry Pharmacology Health Physics or related field).

  • 3 years or more of experience in radioactivity usage and safety

  • Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific information into clear impactful messaging.

  • Experience developing training materials and delivering scientific presentations.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certification as a Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) or equivalent.

  • Familiarity with Immunology / Autoimmune diseases and biomarkers

  • Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. Biochemistry Pharmacology Health Physics or related field).

Additional Job Standards:

Regulatory compliance and risk management

  • Scientific communication and storytelling

  • Cross-functional collaboration

  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving

  • Attention to detail and operational rigor

  • Training and stakeholder engagement

  • Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills

  • Up to 20% of travel may be required

Pay Range: All job offers will bebased on a candidates skills and prior relevant experience applicabledegrees/certificationsas well as internal equity and market data.

The position is also eligible for an annual bonus under the Labcorp Bonus are payable based on corporate and/or business segment performance and are subject to individual performance modifiers.

Benefits:Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical Dental Vision Life STD/LTD 401(k) Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO) Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours Casual Intern and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) more detailed information pleaseclick here.

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Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) family or parental status marital civil union or domestic partnership status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression personal appearance age veteran status disability genetic information or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.


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