Space Radiation Scientist (NASA HHPC) - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Space Radiation Scientist (NASA HHPC) - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Join Leidos as a Space Radiation Scientist Supporting NASA’s HHPC
Leidos is seeking an experienced Space Radiation Scientist to join the Space Radiation Analysis Group (SRAG) in Houston, TX. Support critical NASA programs including ISS, Artemis, and Mars missions by assessing astronaut radiation exposures, modeling health risks, and developing mitigation strategies. This role demands expertise in radiation dosimetry, transport modeling, biology, and evidence-based risk assessment to ensure mission success and astronaut safety.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Act as subject matter expert on radiation health risks: cancer, CNS, cardiovascular, acute, and degenerative effects.
- Manage reviews of radiation health evidence and countermeasure research.
- Synthesize multidisciplinary findings aligned with NCRP, ICRP, BEIR, UNSCEAR guidelines.
- Maintain structured literature databases for NASA teams.
- Translate research into operational risk models and strategies.
- Conduct exposure analyses for ISS, Artemis, and future missions.
Operational & Communication Duties
- Create outreach materials on emerging space radiation research.
- Provide real-time operational guidance during radiation events.
- Assist in flight rule development for Space Environment Officers.
- Deliver training on space radiation health risks.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s in Physics, Radiation Health, Medical Physics or related (≥1 year exp.); Ph.D. (≥0.5 years).
- Experience with HZETRN, GEANT4, FLUKA, MCNP.
- Knowledge of space radiation dosimetry.
- U.S. Citizenship/Permanent Residency for Public Trust Clearance.
Desired Skills
- Advanced degree in Radiation Biophysics/Biology.
- Proficiency in Analytica, Zotero, Confluence, Python, MATLAB.
- Expertise in radiation cancer risk models, SEER data.
Bring your energetic attitude, organizational skills, and cross-disciplinary thinking to Leidos. Excel in communication, consensus-building, and managing complex analyses. Salary range: $87,100 - $157,450. Apply now to advance human space exploration!
Locations
- Houston, Texas, United States
Salary
87,100 - 157,450 USD / yearly
87,100 - 157,450 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Radiation transport modeling (HZETRN, GEANT4, FLUKA, MCNP)intermediate
- Space radiation dosimetry and exposure assessmentintermediate
- Radiation biology and health risk modelingintermediate
- Scientific literature synthesis and database curationintermediate
- Technical communication and outreachintermediate
- Computational programming (Python, MATLAB, FORTRAN, C++)intermediate
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Physics, Radiation Health, Medical Physics or related with ≥1 year experience; or Ph.D. with ≥0.5 years (experience)
- U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency required for Public Trust Clearance (experience)
- Expertise in NCRP, ICRP, BEIR, UNSCEAR guidelines (experience)
- Experience with radiation-induced cancer risk assessment and SEER databases (experience)
Responsibilities
- Serve as SME on space radiation health risks including cancer, CNS, cardiovascular effects
- Perform astronaut radiation exposure analyses for ISS, Artemis, Mars missions
- Develop operational guidance from real-time space environment data during events
- Curate evidence database and translate research into risk frameworks
- Present technical communications and provide group training on radiation risks
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range $87,100 - $157,450
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) matching and retirement plans
- general: Professional development and tuition reimbursement
- general: Flexible work options and paid time off
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Space Radiation Scientist (NASA HHPC) - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Space Radiation Scientist (NASA HHPC) - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Join Leidos as a Space Radiation Scientist Supporting NASA’s HHPC
Leidos is seeking an experienced Space Radiation Scientist to join the Space Radiation Analysis Group (SRAG) in Houston, TX. Support critical NASA programs including ISS, Artemis, and Mars missions by assessing astronaut radiation exposures, modeling health risks, and developing mitigation strategies. This role demands expertise in radiation dosimetry, transport modeling, biology, and evidence-based risk assessment to ensure mission success and astronaut safety.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Act as subject matter expert on radiation health risks: cancer, CNS, cardiovascular, acute, and degenerative effects.
- Manage reviews of radiation health evidence and countermeasure research.
- Synthesize multidisciplinary findings aligned with NCRP, ICRP, BEIR, UNSCEAR guidelines.
- Maintain structured literature databases for NASA teams.
- Translate research into operational risk models and strategies.
- Conduct exposure analyses for ISS, Artemis, and future missions.
Operational & Communication Duties
- Create outreach materials on emerging space radiation research.
- Provide real-time operational guidance during radiation events.
- Assist in flight rule development for Space Environment Officers.
- Deliver training on space radiation health risks.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s in Physics, Radiation Health, Medical Physics or related (≥1 year exp.); Ph.D. (≥0.5 years).
- Experience with HZETRN, GEANT4, FLUKA, MCNP.
- Knowledge of space radiation dosimetry.
- U.S. Citizenship/Permanent Residency for Public Trust Clearance.
Desired Skills
- Advanced degree in Radiation Biophysics/Biology.
- Proficiency in Analytica, Zotero, Confluence, Python, MATLAB.
- Expertise in radiation cancer risk models, SEER data.
Bring your energetic attitude, organizational skills, and cross-disciplinary thinking to Leidos. Excel in communication, consensus-building, and managing complex analyses. Salary range: $87,100 - $157,450. Apply now to advance human space exploration!
Locations
- Houston, Texas, United States
Salary
87,100 - 157,450 USD / yearly
87,100 - 157,450 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Radiation transport modeling (HZETRN, GEANT4, FLUKA, MCNP)intermediate
- Space radiation dosimetry and exposure assessmentintermediate
- Radiation biology and health risk modelingintermediate
- Scientific literature synthesis and database curationintermediate
- Technical communication and outreachintermediate
- Computational programming (Python, MATLAB, FORTRAN, C++)intermediate
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Physics, Radiation Health, Medical Physics or related with ≥1 year experience; or Ph.D. with ≥0.5 years (experience)
- U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency required for Public Trust Clearance (experience)
- Expertise in NCRP, ICRP, BEIR, UNSCEAR guidelines (experience)
- Experience with radiation-induced cancer risk assessment and SEER databases (experience)
Responsibilities
- Serve as SME on space radiation health risks including cancer, CNS, cardiovascular effects
- Perform astronaut radiation exposure analyses for ISS, Artemis, Mars missions
- Develop operational guidance from real-time space environment data during events
- Curate evidence database and translate research into risk frameworks
- Present technical communications and provide group training on radiation risks
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range $87,100 - $157,450
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) matching and retirement plans
- general: Professional development and tuition reimbursement
- general: Flexible work options and paid time off
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Answer 10 quick questions to check your fit for Space Radiation Scientist (NASA HHPC) - Careers at Leidos @ Leidos.
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