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Benjamin Edwards

@benjaminedwards

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Health Physicist with expertise in radiation safety and research.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to apply my radiation safety expertise and contribute to innovative research in health physics.

I am currently pursuing my Master’s Degree in Radiological Sciences and Protection at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, where I also work as a student employee in the Radiation Safety Office. My role involves ensuring safe working conditions in various radiation labs, including a nuclear reactor and an accelerator. I have developed a strong foundation in operational health physics tasks, including safety assessments, dose record reviews, and detector calibrations.

Previously, I worked as a Research Technician at Massachusetts General Hospital, where I utilized Geant4 to simulate radiation damage in biological systems. My experience as a Research Assistant at MD Anderson Cancer Center involved calculating dose accumulation in radiation therapy patients, where I managed sensitive patient information and coordinated secure data transfers. These experiences have equipped me with the technical skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the field of health physics.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Radiation Safety Inspector

Current

University of Massachusetts Lowell

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)

Performed operational health physics tasks including safety assessments, contamination assessments, and radioactive air concentration assessments. Reviewed dose records for radiation workers, disseminated dosimeters, and generated documents for routine and new procedures.

Health Physics Gamma Spectroscopy Detector Calibration USDOT 49 CFR 172 UN 2910 Geant4 GEANT4

Research Technician II

Massachusetts General Hospital

Jan 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 11 months)

Simulated radiation damage to biological systems and their outcomes using a Geant4-based radiation transport code. Focused on understanding the effects of radiation at a biological level.

Data Simulation Research GEANT4

Research Assistant I

MD Anderson Cancer Center

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 11 months)

Calculated dose accumulation in radiation therapy patients' parotid glands using treatment plans, daily dose adaptation, and daily MR Linac images. Managed Personal Identifiable Information (PII) and coordinated secure transfer of patient data between laboratories.

Dose Accumulation Radiation Therapy MR Linac Data Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Massachusetts Lowell

Master of Science, Radiological Science and Protection

Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Radiological Science and Protection. This program focuses on advanced topics in radiation safety and protection.

Abilene Christian University

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Physics with a focus on Medical Physics. The curriculum provided a strong foundation in physics principles relevant to medical applications.