Job Description

The incumbent will be part of a well-established team of professionals and technologists specializing in the fields of tritium handling and processing, fusion reactor fuel cycle processes as well and heavy water production and purification technologies. The team\xe2\x80\x99s objective is to support CNL\xe2\x80\x99s Value Proposition through the Science & Technology (S&T) Directorate Structure (Advanced Reactors, Hydrogen & Tritium Technologies, Isotopes Radiobiology & Environment, Reactor Fleet Sustainability, and Safety & Security). The team is actively involved in developing, assessing and facilitating commercialization of innovative leading edge technologies through Business Development and Commercial Ventures Organization at CNL.

The main mandate/function of the incumbent\xe2\x80\x99s position is in carrying out research in the growing areas of tritium and fusion energy. The incumbent will participate in the existing tritium and fusion research program examining tritium interaction with materials, tritium generation and transport in various reactor designs such as small modular reactors, molten salt reactors and fusion reactors, and the removal of tritium from process streams utilizing CNL\xe2\x80\x99s established expertise in tritium removal technology. The incumbent will be responsible for delivering on commitments on Federal S&T as well as Commercial Projects. The incumbent is expected to develop and maintain core competencies for emerging opportunities in the above and related fields. The following are general areas of branch activities:

\xc2\xb7 Heavy water management/production/upgrading based on CNL\xe2\x80\x99s catalyst and process engineering technologies

\xc2\xb7 Tritium removal processes from liquids and gases

\xc2\xb7 Tritium adsorption on nanomaterials and nanostructured thin films

\xc2\xb7 Tritium measurement techniques in gases, liquids, and solids.

This position is to provide scientific and technical leadership in some of the areas identified above. The work would involve experimental, theoretical and process simulation using CNL-developed codes and commercial software. The incumbent will help with existing and new collaborations and direct commercial activities.

What you will be doing:

\xc2\xb7 Accountable for the safe operation of all activities under their responsibility.

\xc2\xb7 Responsible for aligning project priorities with those of the Directorate and the Science and Technology value proposition.

\xc2\xb7 Work with a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, engineers and technologists to achieve goals of their projects.

\xc2\xb7 Accountable to the progress of the project in terms of technical achievements and project delivery.

\xc2\xb7 Accountable for supervision of staff involved in the projects that the incumbent is responsible for.

\xc2\xb7 Prepare proposals to secure funding for research programs at CNL or other commercial opportunities.

What we are looking for:

\xc2\xb7 Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree (Honours) in Engineering or Science from a university of recognized standing.

\xc2\xb7 Preferably a Master\xe2\x80\x99s or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Chemistry or Physics.

\xc2\xb7 Minimum 3 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in applied research in an industrial or institutional setting is preferred.

\xc2\xb7 Postdoctoral or work experience in related field(s) is an asset.

\xc2\xb7 Proficiency in fundamentals of chemistry, physics and engineering.

\xc2\xb7 Experience with operation of large scale or laboratory-scale chemistry/chemical engineering test loops would be an asset.

\xc2\xb7 Chemical process engineering experience will be an asset.

\xc2\xb7 Experience in process simulation using commercial software will be very pertinent.

\xc2\xb7 Knowledge of safety procedures in laboratory operations is essential.

\xc2\xb7 Proficiency in MS Office suite.

\xc2\xb7 Experience with proposal preparation, budgeting, project planning is desired.

\xc2\xb7 Knowledge of QA, licence and design code requirements for projects

\xc2\xb7 An excellent written and oral command of the English language is required for this position.

\xc2\xb7 The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic self-starter who enjoys working with a team of scientists and technologists.

Security clearance eligibility required: Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat \xe2\x80\x9cStandard on Security Screening\xe2\x80\x9d and the \xe2\x80\x9cPolicy on Government Security\xe2\x80\x9d.

Why CNL?

Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We\'re reinventing ourselves to be the pace setters, so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

We offer a complete total rewards package:

\xc2\xb7 paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);

\xc2\xb7 benefits effective day one, that\xe2\x80\x99s right no waiting period;

\xc2\xb7 tuition support

\xc2\xb7 and a pension!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

\xc2\xb7 Clean energy for today and tomorrow.

\xc2\xb7 Restore and protect the Environment.

\xc2\xb7 Contribute to the health of Canadians.

Location:

CNL\xe2\x80\x99s Chalk River laboratory is nestled in the Ottawa Valley and affords our employees an area that is environmentally pristine with extensive forests, hills and numerous small lakes, all of which support a variety of wildlife typical to the southern edge of the Canadian Shield. Many surrounding towns, such as Pembroke, Petawawa and Deep River provide you with unparalleled outdoor adventures at your doorstep! In fact, Deep River was named as the fourth best place to live in Canada in a recent ranking by movingwaldo.com.

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities.

CNL also supports a workplace environment and a corporate culture that is built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity and Excellence which encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects inclusive of accommodations for all employees.

CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.

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