Paediatric Radiologist(P4)

Paediatric Radiologist(P4) – (2025/0494 (257545))

Organization

: NAHU-Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic Imaging Section

Primary Location

: Austria-Vienna-Vienna-IAEA Headquarters

Job Posting

: 2025-10-08, 9:46:49 AM

Closing Date

: 2025-10-28, 10:59:00 PM

Duration in Months: 12

Contract Type: Fixed Term – Extrabudgetary

Probation Period: 1 Year

Full Competitive Recruitment: Yes

This position is advertised on a part-time basis (50% work schedule) and the salaries, allowances and other entitlements are reduced accordingly

This selection exercise may be used to generate a roster of pre-approved candidates to address future staffing needs for similar functions in any of the Departments and Offices of the Organization.

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please note that the closing date for submission of applications is indicated in local time as per the time zone of the applicant’s location.

Organizational Setting

The Department of Nuclear Sciences and Applications implements the IAEA’s Major Programme 2, “Nuclear Techniques for Development and Environmental Protection”. This Major Programme comprises individual programmes on food and agriculture, human health, water resources, environment and radiation technologies. These programmes are supported by laboratories in Seibersdorf, Monaco and Vienna. The Major Programme’s objective is to enhance the capacity of Member States to meet basic human needs and to assess and manage the marine and terrestrial environments through the use of nuclear and isotopic techniques in sustainable development programmes.

The Division of Human Health is organized into four Sections whose objectives are to enhance the capabilities of Member States to address needs related to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of health problems through the development and application of nuclear techniques within a framework of quality assurance.

The Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic Imaging Section’s primary objective is to enhance Member States’ capabilities to use nuclear medicine and other imaging technologies efficiently, mainly, but not limited to cancer and cardiac diseases, and for undertaking related basic and clinical research. To achieve those goals, special attention is given to the preparation of educational resources, guidelines and guidance documents.

Main Purpose

As a member of a team led by the Section Head, Paediatric will coordinate activities aimed at consolidating and developing global goods for the clinical applications of nuclear medicine and radiology diagnostic and therapeutic applications in paediatric cancer care.

Role

The Paediatric Radiologist is: (1) a technical adviser and research coordinator, helping to ensure the efficient and effective development and implementation of global standards in paediatric radiology and nuclear medicine; (2) an adviser to the Section, Division, and other IAEA staff on scientific and technical matters related to paediatric radiology and nuclear medicine; (3) a technical expert for collaborative efforts aimed at a synergistic approach to paediatric radiology and nuclear medicine development in Member States; and (4) a team member, striving to improve team activities and approaches towards providing high-quality service and sustainable development in practices, ultimately enhancing cancer care for children in Member States in the field of paediatric radiology and nuclear medicine.

Functions / Key Results Expected

• Coordinate and liaise with experts in the field to develop a standardized educational curriculum for the subspecialties of Paediatric Nuclear Medicine, and Paediatric Radiology.
• Coordinate and liaise with experts to develop a standardized educational short-term specialized fellowship for refreshing skills in various specialties, including Nuclear Medicine Physicians, Radiologists, Radiographers, and Nuclear Medicine Technologists.
• Coordinate and liaise with experts to develop education and training materials, as well as guidance documents, in paediatric radiology and paediatric nuclear medicine.
• Coordinate and liaise with experts to develop paediatric radiology and paediatric nuclear medicine patient-centred quality management audit tools.
• Coordinate and liaise with experts to develop e-learning materials, ensuring that the educational content is continuously updated and available online.
• Coordinate the nuclear medicine and radiology components of training courses and workshops for education, training, and the dissemination of the developed global goods.
• Coordinate the development of standardized datasets for nuclear medicine and radiology, patient management, and research.
• Provide technical input and review of imPACT reviews and NCCPs focussing on paediatric cancer care components.

Competencies and Expertise

Core Competencies(Competency Framework)

NameDefinition

Communication

Communicates orally and in writing in a clear, concise and impartial manner. Takes time to listen to and understand the perspectives of others and proposes solutions.

Achieving Results

Takes initiative in defining realistic outputs and clarifying roles, responsibilities and expected results in the context of the Department/Division’s programme. Evaluates his/her results realistically, drawing conclusions from lessons learned.

Teamwork

Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions.

Planning and Organizing

Plans and organizes his/her own work in support of achieving the team or Section’s priorities. Takes into account potential changes and proposes contingency plans.

Functional Competencies

NameDefinition

Analytical thinking

Analyses information to identify cause and effect relationships and correlations. Identifies critical elements and assesses consequences of different courses of action and proposes solutions.

Partnership building

Identifies and builds partnerships. Develops and maintains long lasting partnerships to strengthen relationships. Delivers programmatic outputs and acquires resources in support of Agency goals.

Technical/scientific credibility

Ensures that work is in compliance with internationally accepted professional standards and scientific methods. Provides scientifically/technically accepted information that is credible and reliable.

Required Expertise

FunctionNameExpertise Description

Radiology

Diagnostic Radiology

Proven knowledge of diagnostic radiology, particularly in paediatric applications

Nuclear Medicine

Nuclear Medicine Imaging

Proven knowledge of diagnostic nuclear medicine, particularly in paediatric applications; Experience in the education and training of nuclear medicine and radiology professionals

Radiation Medicine

Quality Management

knowledge of quality management applied to nuclear medicine and diagnostic imaging practices

Radiation Medicine

Radiation Medicine Research

Proven experience in clinical research in the field of nuclear medicine and / or diagnostic imaging

Qualifications, Experience and Language skills

• Master’s Degree – Advanced Medical Degree with Specialization in Radiology or Nuclear Medicine; Subspecialisation in paediatric radiology or nuclear medicine is an asset
• Knowledge of health economics and / or public health is an asset
• Minimum of seven years of professional experience in the field of nuclear medicine or radiology, particularly in paediatric applications
• Clinical and administrative experience.
• Good national and international standing in the area(s) of specialization and association with international societies.
• Experience in international project management and coordination.
• Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is an asset

Remuneration

This position is advertised on a part-time basis (50% work schedule) and the salaries, allowances and other entitlements are reduced accordingly

The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $84672 (full-time position) (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 47501*, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses; Other benefits include 6 weeks’ annual leave, home leave travel, pension plan and health insurance. This position is on a part-time basis (50% work schedule) and salaries, allowances and other entitlements are reduced accordingly. More information on the conditions of employment can be found at: https://www.iaea.org/about/employment/professional-staff/conditions

General Information

• The IAEA’s paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff member is to secure employees of the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
• Staff Members shall be selected without any unfair treatment or arbitrary distinction based on a person’s race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, language, social origin or other similar shared characteristic or trait.
• The IAEA is committed to gender equality and to promoting a diverse workforce. Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries are strongly encouraged.
• Applicants should be aware that IAEA staff members are international civil servants and may not accept instructions from any other authority. The IAEA is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. As part of the United Nations common system, the IAEA subscribes to the following core ethical standards (or values): Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for diversity.
• The IAEA has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and the IAEA, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.

Evaluation process

• The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the selection criteria stated in the vacancy announcement. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information. Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
• Candidates under serious consideration for selection may be subject to reference and background checks as part of the recruitment process.

Appointment information

• Appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report.
• Staff members may be assigned to any location.
• Candidates appointed to posts in the Professional and higher categories are subject to IAEA rotation policy and their maximum tour of service shall normally be seven years.
• The IAEA retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade or with a different contract type, or to make an appointment with a modified job description or for shorter duration than indicated above.

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