Associate Scientist or Scientist (Mid-IR Beamline)

Autism Services; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 69,880 - 111,318; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Light Source Inc. invites applications for an Associate Scientist or Scientist (Mid-IR Beamline) in Saskatoon.

The role covers beamline setup, user support, data analysis, and collaboration to advance infrared science. The position requires a university degree (Bachelor's for Associate; Master's or PhD for Scientist) and 1–2 years of related experience; infrared spectroscopy experience is essential, with assets in microscopy, laser-based systems, optics, and Python.

Qualifications

• For Associate: undergraduate or Masters degree. For Scientist: Masters or PhD in physical sciences or engineering.
• 2+ years of related experience with a Masters or 1+ year with a PhD.
• Experience with Infrared spectroscopic techniques is required.
• Experience with microscopes, laser-based systems, advanced instrument development, and optics is a strong asset.
• Basic programming skills in Python are an asset.
• Candidates should demonstrate aptitude for research and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide user support to general users, beamteam members, fee-for-service clients, and CLS staff.
• Beamline and endstation setup.
• Assist with sample preparation and train users on beamline operation.
• Support users during evenings/weekends per CLS procedures.
• Perform measurements and data analysis.
• Supervise and support users to perform experiments safely and effectively.
• Analyse and solve beamline or technical problems; develop recommendations.
• Assist beamline maintenance and upgrade projects.
• Develop technical expertise in beamline operation and instrumentation including software.
• Prepare beamline documentation and manuals.
• Work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Infrared spectroscopy

Microscopes/Lasers/Optics

Python

Research collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Job description

Associate Scientist or Scientist (Mid-IR Beamline)

Job Order #: 6319512

NOC:21101

Employer Name:

Canadian Light Source Inc.

Wage/Salary Info:

Range is $69,880 - $94,544 (Associate), $82,278 - $111,318 (Scientist)

Posted Date:

28-Jul-2026

Location:

SASKATOON

# of Positions:

1

Employment Terms:

Full-Time

Length of Employment:

Permanent

Education:

University Bachelor's Degree

Experience:

1-2 Years

Apply By Date:

18-Aug-2026

Application Information

Employer Name: Canadian Light Source Inc.

Employer Address: 44 INNOVATION BLVD
SASKATOON,SK
CANADA
S7N2V3

Responsibilities

• - Provide user support to general users, beamteam members, fee-for-service clients, and CLS staff.
• - Beamline and endstation setup.
• - Assists with sample preparation and trains users on how to operate beamline.
• - User support beyond normal working hours in accordance with established CLS procedures.
• - Measurements and data analysis.
• - Supervise and support users to ensure that they are able to perform their scientific experiments in an effective and safe manner.
• - Analyse and solve beamline or technical problems and develop recommendations to solve difficult, complex or unusual problems.
• - Aid the Beamline Responsible in beamline upgrade/maintenance projects.
• - Develop technical expertise in specific areas of beamline operation and instrumentation including software.
• - Prepare beamline documentation and operational manuals.
• - Working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, is a requirement of the position.

Qualifications

• - For the Associate Scientist level, a relevant undergraduate or Masters degree is required. For the Scientist level, a relevant Masters degree or Ph.D. in the physical sciences or engineering is required.
• - A minimum of two years of directly related experience with a Masters degree, or a minimum of one year of related experience with a Ph.D. degree.
• - Experience with Infrared spectroscopic techniques is required.
• - Experience using microscopes, laser-based systems, advanced instrument development, and optics would be strong assets.
• - Basic programming skills in Python is an asset.
• - Candidates should demonstrate a clear aptitude for research, particularly in scientific programs requiring collaboration.