Chemical Technologist - Radiochemistry Job Details | Kinectrics

Kinectrics AES, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinectrics AES, Inc. is seeking a Chemical Technologist in Radiochemistry to join their team in Toronto. This entry-level position involves participating in technical studies related to radiochemical characterization and analysis while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates with a B.Sc. in chemistry or related fields and strong analytical skills are encouraged to apply. The role offers opportunities for professional growth and development in a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation package

Training and personal development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Qualifications

• Education: B.Sc. chemistry, biochemistry or related/equivalent programs.
• Proficiency in various software including MS Office.
• Ability to work well and independently.

Responsibilities

• Supports and complies with Kinectrics quality program.
• Perform sample preparation and procedures related to the radiochemistry group.
• Ensures a high level of accuracy in sample preparation and analysis.

Skills

Proficient in MS Office

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

B.Sc. in chemistry, biochemistry, or equivalent

Additional training in radiochemistry or radiation safety

Tools

LIMS

SAP

Job description

Kinectrics takes pride in being consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the energy and utility industry, where purpose and people mean as much as innovation and growth. That’s why we choose only the best and brightest to join us. To keep pace with the expanding energy and utility sector, Kinectrics has grown from a company of 300 to over 1,000 in only the last few years - and we aren’t looking to slow down. Join our diverse, supportive workplace for a rewarding career in the electricity industry.

Visit our website to learn more: www.kinectrics.com

The Opportunity

Position: Chemical Technologist – Radiochemistry

Employment Type: Permanent

Employment Level: Entry

Location: 800 Kipling Avenue, Toronto, ON

Department: Radioactive Materials & Chemistry Services (RMC)

Reports to: Acting Section Manager, Analytical Chemistry

Hours per week: 40

Number Required: 1

What We Offer

At Kinectrics, employees are recognized for their knowledge, experience, and contributions while working in a highly technical and challenging environment. Kinectrics puts you in the driver’s seat of your own career, setting you up alongside industry experts who will help you develop the skills essential to your professional growth in a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and rewarding work culture.

• Purpose: The work we do each day helps communities around the world. Find satisfaction in work that really matters, working alongside and as part of the best and brightest in the industry.
• Growth: To keep pace with Canada’s expanding energy and utility sector, we are growing more each day, which means more opportunities for you. We encourage our employees to grow alongside our company thanks to a number of significant training and personal development opportunities.
• Innovation : Our staff proudly develop innovations that push the industry forward.
• Diversity : The company is dedicated to promoting diversity in its workforce, up to and including the senior management level. Our diversity committee ensures we stay up to date on leading trends and best practices, creating a desirable workspace for each and every one of our employees.
• Competitive Compensation : We offer a competitive total compensation package unmatched by most industries throughout North America.

The assignment will be in the Radioactive and Materials Chemistry department with an emphasis in the Radiochemistry area. The successful candidate will participate in investigations and technical studies for customers in one or more areas such as radiochemical characterization, complex sample preparations and chemical analysis and data processing. There is a high likelihood this role will support our new and exciting research and development department generating and purifying medical isotopes. The focus of the role will be delivering results to our shareholders with an emphasis on safety and quality.

Accountabilities: How You Will Make an Impact

• Supports and complies with Kinectrics quality program.
• Act as an authority on the safety of others.
• Perform equipment and instrument calibrations according to establish procedures. Offer input for efficiencies and improvements.
• Performs sample preparation and procedures related to the radiochemistry group and provides general lab support.
• Follows Standard Operating Procedures/Technical work instructions (SOPs/TWIs) and specific Work Instructions (WIs) when conducting any laboratory work or procedure.
• Ensures a high level of accuracy in sample preparation and analysis.
• Employs proper laboratory techniques.
• Identifies and communicates non-conformances to Supervisor.
• Maintains training records and relevant qualifications.
• Meets quality and TAT specifications required by the client and ensure samples are analyzed within holding time requirements.
• Medically able to be (respirator) fit tested.
• Willingness to work with radioactive materials and to work in contamination control areas (CCAs)
• Keeps work area clean, neat and organized according to good housekeeping procedures.
• Ability to exercise judgment and resourcefulness in resolving technical problems.
• Ensure equipment is maintained properly. Perform calibrations, verifications, and validations.
• Duties as required
• Adhere to the Kinectrics Code of Conduct

What You Need to Succeed

• Education: B.Sc. chemistry, biochemistry or related/equivalent programs
• Additional training in radiochemistry or radiation safety is considered an asset
• Knowledge of inorganic separations considered an asset with emphasis on separation
• Must be proficient with various software (MS office). Experience with LIMS and SAP software considered an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well and independently
• Proven time management and attention to detail

Kinectrics Inc is strongly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) and welcomes applications from all individuals. To learn more about our commitments please visit our diversity, equity and inclusion and indigenous relations pages.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a voluntary diversity survey. The collection of self-identification data is driven by our commitment to DE&I and ensures Kinectrics' continuous review and improvement of its programs. The information that you provide is strictly confidential and your responses will only be used for statistical purposes. Your responses do not affect your candidacy in any way.

Kinectrics welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.