Scientist - Product Lead

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 89,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Scientist - Product Lead to drive the design and commercialization of medical isotope products. This pivotal role involves leading projects from conception through implementation, ensuring compliance with market needs and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and analytical skills, along with a PhD or Master's degree in Science or Engineering and extensive technical experience. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and scientific excellence, and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in nuclear medicine.

Benefits

Full range of medical benefits

Retirement plans

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant technical experience in a scientific specialty.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in product management.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development from concept to launch, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with teams to define product specifications and deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

PhD or Master's degree in Science or Engineering

Job description

BWXT Medical Ltd. is a trusted source for the development and manufacture of nuclear medicine for biotechnology, life sciences, pharmaceutical companies and academia partners. Headquartered in Kanata, Ontario, BWXT Medical Ltd. employs over 300 highly-skilled people in Kanata and Vancouver, British Columbia.

We are currently recruiting for a Scientist - Product Lead

POSITION SUMMARY:

As the Scientist - Product Lead, you will take on a pivotal role in driving the design, development, testing, and commercialization of medical isotope products. You will lead projects from conception through to implementation, ensuring that products meet both market needs and regulatory standards. This position requires strategic leadership, exceptional communication skills, and technical expertise in the field of medical isotopes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Spearheads the identification, planning, and execution of advanced research and development projects, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities. Leads the end-to-end process of product development, from initial concept through to successful launch, ensuring adherence to industry standards and customer expectations.
• Collaborates closely with marketing, regulatory, and operational teams to define product specifications and deliverables, ensuring that all stakeholder inputs are considered.
• Spearheads the preparation of comprehensive project estimates, timelines, and risk assessments, ensuring transparency and accountability in project management.
• Provides mentorship and guidance to project teams, fostering a culture of innovation and scientific excellence.
• Conducts thorough impact assessments of process changes, and determines justifications for quality dispositions in collaboration with quality assurance teams.
• Engages in hands-on scientific work when necessary, particularly during critical phases of project lifecycle and product validation.
• Prepares estimates for work to be performed including direct and indirect costs.
• Supervises assigned staff on projects.
• Coordinates tasks with others, both internal to and outside of the company in order to achieve project objectives.
• Provides technical assistance to others, including the assessment of impact of changes to the validated state of products and technical justifications in support of quality dispositions.
• May perform hands-on technical tasks for new projects.
• May represent the Company on committees, boards, panels, study groups, and/or commissions - National and International.
• May be assigned the role of Technical Design Authority related to the field of expertise, to authorize changes and approve procedures, technical reports, and specifications.

QUALIFICATIONS & ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• PhD or Master's degree in Science or Engineering, plus at least 5 years of relevant technical experience. In some cases, professional certifications may be required. Must have fully proficient technical knowledge within a scientific specialty (physics, chemistry, biochemistry, metallurgy) and appreciation of basic principles in peripheral fields.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and a track record of successful product management and team collaboration.
• Should have a detailed knowledge of relevant company policies and procedures.
• Requires an understanding of factors that contribute to the team's success and how the team's activities impact other teams.
• Ability to solve problems that are varied and complex. Solutions may occasionally require modification of existing concepts but comply with regulations/standards.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems creatively while maintaining compliance with safety regulations and quality expectations.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with diverse audiences and facilitating discussions around project and product improvements.

The pay range for this position in Ontario (CA-ON) is expected to be between $89,000.00 and $139,000.00 per year. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment and are subject to a collective bargaining agreement.

BWXT Medical Ltd. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, a conviction for which a pardon has been granted or a record suspended or any other category protected by federal law.

BWXT Medical Ltd is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources.