Internal Dosimetry Technologist

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories Ltd.; Chalk River; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Benefits effective Day One

Tuition support

Defined-benefit/defined-contribution *

Job summary

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories Ltd. is seeking a technically skilled professional for a on-site Chalk River Laboratory role. You will interpret instructions, perform experiments, and manage data and dosimetry services in a QA-driven environment.

The candidate will apply radiochemistry knowledge, maintain records, manage consumables, and collaborate with the team to ensure high-quality analytical results. This is an on-site position at Chalk River, Ontario.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work in a team and independently.
• Demonstrated technical innovation and application of state-of-the-art knowledge.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use laboratory tools to maintain and troubleshoot equipment.
• Knowledge of radiochemistry principles and methodologies, including sample prep, radiochemical separation, radionuclide analysis, detection methods, and QA practices.

Responsibilities

• Interpret work assignment instructions, select procedures and equipment, and establish work sequence.
• Conduct experiments and tests, record observations, analyze results, and suggest conclusions.
• Extract and compute data using established procedures and scientific knowledge.
• Manage inventory of consumables to ensure readiness of services.
• Execute dosimetry methods to fulfill customer service requirements.
• Maintain legible, accurate written records of analytical results and instrument setups.
• Collect personal information for dose measurement reporting.
• Participate in audits and inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your manager.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Technical innovation

Analytical skills

Laboratory tools

Collaboration

Radiochemistry knowledge

Education

Tech diploma

Secondary school diploma

Job description

What you will be doing!

• Interpreting work assignment instructions, selecting standard procedures, techniques, and equipment, and establishing work sequence.
• Conducting experiments and tests, recording, organizing, and analyzing observations and suggesting conclusions.
• Extracting and computing data using established procedures involving use of learned scientific knowledge.
• Managing inventory of consumable materials to ensure operational readiness and continuity of services.
• Executing dosimetry methods as required to fulfill customer service requirements and expectations.
• Maintaining and completing legible and accurate written records of analytical work, measurement results, instrument setup, calibration, maintenance, and performance in laboratory workbooks as established in the Dosimetry Services quality assurance plans.
• Collecting personal information as required for participation in the measurement and reporting of dose.
• Participating in audits and inspections as required.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

• Education

  • Graduation from a recognized institute of advanced technology specializing in chemical or biochemical technology, medical-laboratory technology, or equivalent formal education with two to three years of pertinent technological experience OR Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent with five to eight years of pertinent and progressive experience or the equivalent in experience, additional education and/or training.

• Experience

  • Three (3) to eight (8) years of pertinent and progressive technological experience or the equivalent in experience, additional education and/or training.

• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Strong interpersonal skills to work as part of a team, as well as ability to work independently to accomplish tasks with excellent communication skills.
  • Demonstrated technical innovation and application of 'state-of-the art' knowledge.
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated capability in the use of laboratory tools to maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
  • Ability to collaborate with colleagues and customers effectively.
  • Strong knowledge of radiochemistry principles and methodologies, including sample preparation, radiochemical separation techniques, radionuclide analysis, detection methods, and quality assurance practices.

• Security Clearance Eligibility Required

  • Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's 'Standard on Security Screening' and the 'Policy on Government Security.'

Working Conditions:

• Working schedule: Five (5) days per week, seven and a half (7.5) hours per day for a thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hour work week.
• This position is part of the USW 1568 Union and is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in the USW 1568 Collective Agreement. As a member of this bargaining unit, you’ll benefit from clear expectations around hours of work, wages, vacation, and other conditions that support a fair and consistent working environment.

Why CNL?

Does the idea of working with a dynamic team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world excite you? At CNL, we’re reinventing ourselves to be industry leaders-pioneering solutions to the problems that matter most.

From building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy technologies, to developing targeted cancer treatments, to continuing our global leadership in environmental remediation - we are driven by impact, innovation, and purpose.

What We Offer: A Total Rewards Package

We believe in taking care of our people. Here’s what you can expect as part of our team:

• Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and floater days
• Benefits effective Day One - no waiting period
• Tuition support to help you keep learning and growing
• A defined-benefit pension plan or a defined-contribution pension plan, depending on your employee group, to support your long-term financial security

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Delivering clean energy for today and tomorrow
• Restoring and protecting the environment
• Contributing to the health of Canadians

Location: Onsite

Located in the heart of the Ottawa Valley, our Chalk River site offers a beautiful natural setting with forests, lakes, and wildlife, right at your doorstep. Surrounded by welcoming communities such as Deep River, Petawawa, and Pembroke, you’ll have access to unparalleled outdoor adventures and a fantastic work-life balance.

Please note:

This is a fully on-site position based at our Chalk River Laboratory in Ontario.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

At CNL, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome employees, stakeholders, and partners of all backgrounds and identities.

Core Values

• Respect
• Teamwork
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