Overview
The Unit Head leads a team in nuclear data activities, develops international guidelines, and assists Member States in enhancing the peaceful use of technology in fission and fusion energy and non-energy applications. The role involves developing and implementing new training programmes and providing technical assistance.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage staff and activities of the Nuclear Data Development Unit.
- Plan, develop, and implement the Agency's programme in the development of appropriate nuclear databases.
- Identify critical needs for improved numerical nuclear physics data.
- Promote, coordinate, and evaluate complex Coordinated Research Projects (CRPs) and conduct related studies.
- Lead the International Nuclear Data Evaluation Network (INDEN).
- Develop international recommendations on the development and derivation of nuclear databases.
- Plan, organize, and conduct training for complex technical topics.
Required Experience
- Minimum of ten years of experience in a relevant field.
- At least three years of experience at the international level.
- Proven experience in nuclear reaction and/or nuclear structure related data activities.
- Experience of working in a national/international nuclear physics organization or institute is an asset.
- Staff management experience, particularly with respect to the development of technically based databases and scientific software.
Qualifications
- Master's Degree - Advanced university degree in Nuclear Physics or other related field.
- PhD is an asset.
