About the job
This chemist supervises daily operations in a mass spectrometry laboratory at CNL's Chalk River Laboratories. The role leads method development on instruments such as ICP-MS and ICP-OES, guides technical staff and approves reports for commercial and S&T programs.
The position falls under the CRPEG collective agreement. It is on site, 37.5 hours a week over five days, with lab work involving toxic chemicals and radioactive material. Weekend or off-shift work may occasionally be needed. Applicants must be eligible for Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance, which requires 3 to 5 years of verifiable history.
What you’ll do
- Supervise lab operations, approve procedures and verify quality
- Set priorities for technical staff and coach them
- Develop and validate methods on ICP-MS, ICP-OES, HVEMS and VF-MS
- Keep work within QA/QC and safety rules
- Coordinate training, authorize work permits and liaise with customers
- Lead troubleshooting and approve equipment repairs
- Review and approve technical and analysis reports
What we’re looking for
- PhD or MSc in science; PhD in inorganic analytical chemistry preferred
- Experience developing, validating and documenting analytical methods
- Lab supervision, team management and customer liaison experience
- Deep knowledge of ICP-MS sample preparation or gas mass spectrometry
- QA/QC work in an ISO 17025 accredited lab is a strong plus
- Strong communication and team leadership skills
- Eligible for Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (3 to 5 years of verifiable history)
Benefits
- Group RRSP or pension
- Paid sick days
- Benefits from day one, tuition support
Details
- Pay
- Job type
- Full-time
- Where
- 286 Plant Road, Chalk River, ON K0J 1J0, Chalk River
- Kind of work
- Professional & technical
- Listed until
- Nov 27, 2026
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