A major part of the job is to provide scientific support to the radon measurement service for workplaces and householders. This means developing a good understanding of different radon exposure situations and how they can best be managed, including reducing the radon levels (mitigation) and complying with the relevant legislation. The tasks will include both database and statistical analysis (and producing publications based on the conclusions) and frequent communications with a range of stakeholders (householders, employers, health and safety professionals), resolving their queries and supporting their decision-making process on radon measurement and control. The working environment will be mostly office-based but may include activities in the Radon Laboratory or travel in the UK and possibly overseas, as required. The post holder will carry out a range of duties as part of this work, including: Gaining knowledge and understanding of radon measurement, control, health effects and regulatory standards Providing advice about radon health risks and controls to a range of stakeholders in response to telephone and email queries Developing and producing support radon information for stakeholders, and to raise awareness of radon Gathering and adding information for the National Radon Database (NRD) Reviewing and analysing NRD information to help increase radon measurement uptake, effectiveness and control Contributing to the design and management of specific projects Contributing to publications such as reports and journal articles Attending and organising events associated with radon programmes within the UK Having a role within the RCCE radiation emergency plan KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS The post holder will develop working relationships and communicate regularly with a wide range of individuals, clinical and non-clinical, internal and external to UKHSA. Internally, this will include scientific and administrative staff in the Radon Group, the Radon Group Leader, and the Head of Dosimetry Services Department. Externally, the post holder is expected to communicate with members of the public, employers and Industry, Local Authorities (e.g. Environmental Health Officers), landlords and property management specialists, professionals involved in property transactions, Government agencies and departments and mitigation contractors. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT UKHSA is a high-performing organisation that empowers people to own their talent and provide an opportunity for everyone. Through various Talent and Learning and Development schemes UKHSA staff can build and expand technical knowledge and skills and gain additional professional qualifications, e.g. mentoring, coaching, leadership. The post holder is expected to: Identify, discuss, and action own professional performance and training / development needs with their line manager through appraisal / individual development plan. Attend internal / external training events, e.g. Radiation Protection Training Scheme (RPTS). Participate in all mandatory training as required, i.e. fire safety, information governance. Participate in conferences at both national and international levels The Harwell Campus is a science research hub with free parking and is connected to most nearby towns through a very regular bus service. Selection Process Details Stage 1: Application & Sift Competency-based assessments You will be required to complete an application form. You will be assessed on the listed 10 essential criteria and this will be in the form of a: Application form (Employer/ Activity history section on the application) 1500 word Statement of Suitability. This should outline how your skills, experience, and knowledge provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria. The Application form and Statement of Suitability will be marked together. In the event of a large number of applications we will longlist into 3 piles of: Meets all essential criteria Meets some essential criteria Meets no essential criteria In the event of a large number of applications we will shortlist on: Experience of scientific project work All essential criteria and desirable criteria may be used in the event of a large number of applications / large amount of successful candidates (see attached job description). If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview and assessment Please do not exceed 1500 words. We will not consider any words over and above this number. Feedback will not be provided at this stage. Stage 2: Interview (competency based) You will be invited to a single face to face interview. In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview Knowledge, experience and skills will be tested at interview Interview candidates will be required to prepare and present a short presentation on a radon-related topic- details to be confirmed to those successful at gaining an interview. Interviews dates to be confirmed. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Selection Process Please note you will not be able to upload your CV. You must complete the application form in as much detail as possible. Please do not email us your CV. Eligibility CriteriaExternal-Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including by definition internal applicants). Location This role is being offered as hybrid working based at our Scientific Campus in Chilton. We offer great flexible working opportunities at UKHSA and operate using a hybrid working model where business needs allow. This provides us with greater flexibility about how and where we work, to get the best from our workforce. As a hybrid worker, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of your contractual working hours (approximately 3 days a week pro rata, averaged over a month). Security Clearance Level Requirement Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check. If based at one of our scientific campuses, you will be required to have a minimum of a Counter Terrorism Check security vetting check as a minimum. For meaningful National Security Vetting checks to be carried out individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 3 years as the role requires Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) clearance. In exceptional circumstances UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you from gaining national security vetting and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder/Recruiting Manager listed in the advert for further advice. Face to Face interviews In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview