Tritium Research Scientist

Job title:

Tritium Research Scientist

Company

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Job description

Our Deuterium and Tritium Technologies Branch is looking for a Tritium Research Scientist!Intro
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’s objective is to support CNL’s 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’s 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’s established expertise in tritium handling and 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:

• Heavy water management/production/upgrading based on CNL’s catalyst and process engineering technologies
• Design and assessment of processes used in deuterium-tritium fusion power plant fuel cycles
• Tritium removal processes from liquids and gases
• Tritium adsorption on nanomaterials and nanostructured thin films
• Fabrication and characterization of nanomaterials and nanostructured thin films for photovoltaic and betavoltaic devices

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 assist with existing and new collaborations and direct commercial activities.What will you be doing!

• Accountable for the safe operation of all activities under their responsibility.
• Responsible for aligning project priorities with those of the Directorate and the Science and Technology value proposition.
• Work with a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, engineers and technologists to achieve goals of their projects.
• Accountable to the progress of the project in terms of technical achievements and project delivery.
• Accountable for supervision of staff involved in the projects that the incumbent is responsible for.
• Prepare proposals to secure funding for research programs at CNL or other commercial opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

• Master’s Degree in Engineering or Science from a university of recognized standing with a minimum of 2 years experience in applied research in an industrial or institutional setting
• a PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Chemistry or Physics is preferred
• Postdoctoral or work experience in related field(s) is an asset.
• Proficiency in fundamentals of chemistry, physics and engineering
• Experience with operation of large scale or laboratory-scale chemistry/chemical engineering test loops would be an asset.
• Chemical process engineering experience will be an asset.
• Experience in process simulation using commercial software will be an asset.
• An excellent written and oral command of the English language is required for this position
• The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic self-starter who enjoys working with a team of scientists and technologists.
• Knowledge of safety procedures in laboratory operations is essential.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite.
• Experience with proposal preparation, budgeting, project planning is desired.
• Knowledge of QA, license, and design code requirements for projects

Security clearance eligibility required: Reliability Status), which has a minimum requirement of 3 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. . CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat’s “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.”Working Conditions :
Physical and Sensory Demands:

• Reviewing of literature and identifying intellectual property from work carried out.
• Significant level of effort involving supervision and/or troubleshooting experimental work.

Working Environment:

• Office and laboratory work.
• Some travel to the site of external collaborators may be required.

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 pacesetters 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 :

• paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• benefits effective day one, that’s right, no waiting period;
• tuition support
• and a pension!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.

Location:
This role is a fully onsite role that requires the employee to primarily work at CNL’s Chalk River Laboratory site, with only occasional opportunities to work remotely, if desired by the employee. CNL’s 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 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. Read further on our DE&I Commitment.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, Métis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.

Expected salary

Location

Chalk River, ON

Job date

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 02:53:16 GMT

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