NRC Seeks Radiologist for Unpaid Committee Work on Medical Isotopes
Published Date: 10/27/2026
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Summary
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission is looking for a practicing Interventional Radiologist to join their Advisory Committee on the Medical Uses of Isotopes. If you're a U.S. citizen with the right skills and want to help shape medical safety rules, apply by December 28, 2026. This role involves about 160 hours a year, including virtual meetings, with no pay but a chance to make a real impact!
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Time commitment is about 160 hours per year
If selected, you must be able to spend approximately 160 hours per year on ACMUI work, including attending semi‑annual full-day virtual meetings and other shorter teleconferences or virtual meetings.
Compensation and travel reimbursements available
Members who are not Federal employees are compensated for their service and are reimbursed for travel (including per diem) and for secretarial and correspondence expenses; full‑time Federal employees are reimbursed for travel expenses only.
Must be a U.S. practicing interventional radiologist
You must be a U.S. citizen who is currently practicing as an Interventional Radiologist to be nominated for the Advisory Committee position.
Possible travel to Rockville, MD for annual briefing
ACMUI members who present at the annual ACMUI Commission Briefing Meeting may need to travel in person to NRC Headquarters in Rockville, MD.
Four-year term with possible reappointment
Committee members serve a four‑year term and may be considered for reappointment to an additional four‑year term.
Security check and financial disclosure required
If selected, you will undergo a thorough security background check that may take several weeks to complete, and you must complete a financial disclosure statement to avoid conflicts of interest.
How and when to apply
To be nominated you must submit an electronic resume or curriculum vitae and a cover letter describing duties and interest by December 28, 2026 to Sarah.Hoenig@nrc.gov; the resume should include education, certifications, professional activities, and current duties where applicable.
Role duties include advising on medical use rules
As the ACMUI Interventional Radiologist you would provide advice on regulation of interventional radiology uses of byproduct material, including input on NRC proposed rules and guidance, training and experience requirements, identifying medical events, evaluating non‑routine uses, and raising community issues to NRC staff.
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