About the job
This Material Scientist works on research and development projects in nuclear materials at CNL's Chalk River Laboratories. The focus is mechanical testing and post-irradiation examination of reactor materials and fuel, both irradiated and unirradiated, in laboratories and hot cells. The role also builds test apparatus and supports CNL, COG and commercial programs.
The position is on site at Chalk River, with occasional remote days if the employee wishes. It suits someone early in their career, with under 2 years of experience. Applicants must be eligible for Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance, which needs 3 to 5 years of verifiable history.
What you’ll do
- Carry out mechanical testing of irradiated and unirradiated reactor materials
- Support post-irradiation examination of nuclear fuel
- Plan, set up and run lab experiments, then analyze and report the data
- Program data acquisition systems for test rigs
- Design, buy and commission experimental apparatus
- Coordinate preparation of precision specimens in labs and hot cells
- Support component failure analyses and site requests
- Mentor junior scientific and technical staff
What we’re looking for
- Bachelor's in engineering, materials science or a related field, or membership in a statutory professional body
- Under 2 years of experience, with a research background in reactor materials
- Solid grasp of solid mechanics and fracture mechanics
- Working knowledge of core material performance in CANDU or light water reactors
- SEM, FIB, EBSD, XRD or materials modelling experience is an asset
- Zirconium alloy research experience is an asset
- Clear report writing and strong problem-solving skills
- 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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