About the job
This technologist works in the radiobiology lab at CNL's Chalk River Laboratories, helping researchers study how ionizing radiation affects living systems. The work covers cell culture, DNA and RNA extraction, imaging and sample prep for sequencing, plus upkeep of lab equipment and supplies.
The position is in the USW 1568 bargaining unit. You work five 7.5-hour days, 37.5 hours a week, fully on site. Expect long periods on your feet, lifting up to 20 kg, and handling chemicals and radioactive material with PPE. You must be eligible for Reliability Status with Site Access clearance, which requires 3 to 5 years of verifiable history in Canada, the US, the UK, Australia or New Zealand.
What you’ll do
- Prepare and run protocols for cell culture, tissue work and nucleic acid extraction
- Prepare samples for next generation sequencing and immunostaining
- Set up, calibrate and maintain balances, centrifuges, pH meters and spectrometers
- Keep accurate lab notes and help analyze results for reports
- Write, update and follow standard operating procedures
- Manage chemical and reagent stock and order lab supplies
- Help collect and dispose of chemical and radioactive waste
What we’re looking for
- Technology diploma in biology or a related field with 2 to 3 years of experience, or high school with 5 to 8 years
- Hands-on biology lab experience, ideally 2 to 3 years
- Skill with qPCR, western blots, flow cytometry and 2D cell culture
- Experience with 3D organoids, animal handling or CRISPR is a strong asset
- Data analysis and graphing in Excel, Prism or similar software
- Careful record keeping and clear written and spoken communication
- Eligible for Reliability Status with Site Access security clearance
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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