Head, Radionuclide Unit (P-4)

Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization - CTBTO International Monitoring System Division

Staff Closes 05 Jun 2026 4 days left

Overview

Provide leadership and guidance to the Radionuclide Unit, overseeing its work programme, development, and operations.


Key Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership and guidance to the Radionuclide Unit.
  • Supervise, coach, mentor and evaluate staff.
  • Plan, implement and monitor the Unit’s work programme.
  • Lead and supervise the development and implementation of processes and procedures.
  • Provide scientific, engineering and technical advice on radionuclide monitoring.
  • Manage radionuclide projects globally.
  • Supervise site surveys, installation, and certification of radionuclide stations and laboratories.
  • Identify and supervise solutions for proper functioning of radionuclide facilities.
  • Supervise and coordinate activities supporting radionuclide monitoring station operations.
  • Liaise with government officials, designated institutions and contractors.
  • Coordinate, supervise and participate in scientific, engineering and technical meetings.
  • Prepare and present materials for Commission meetings, training programmes, and workshops.
  • Collaborate on advanced studies on next-generation radionuclide stations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Experience
  • At least seven (7) years of progressive increase in responsibility within relevant working experience on radionuclide monitoring or a related field.
  • Preferably part of which should have been at an international level.
  • Experience in radionuclide monitoring technology development is desirable.
  • Demonstrated supervisory and team management experience is essential.
  • Demonstrated experience in project management is essential.
  • Sound level of judgement, responsibility and initiative is essential.
  • Strong ability to communicate effectively in multicultural environment is essential.
  • Proven ability to build relevant strategic partnerships and alliances with key stakeholders and partners is essential.
  • Ability to design and manage complex, result-based technical assistance programmes/projects, preferably in the radionuclide field, is essential.
Qualifications

Advanced university degree in nuclear physics, engineering or a related field.

Other Details
Languages Required
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are essential.
Languages Preferred
Knowledge of other official CTBTO languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is desirable.
Contract Duration
Fixed Term Appointment
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Not specified
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