(Senior) Laboratory Instrumentation Technologist
Job Number: J0826-0445
Job Title: (Senior) Laboratory Instrumentation Technologist
Division: 6270 Laboratory Services Division
Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Salary Range: $66,844.00 - $107,500.00/Year(Salary Under Review)
The results of this process may be used to staff future positions with similar qualifications and various tenures including term, acting, assignment and indeterminate.
Who can apply? Persons legally eligible to work in Canada.
The CNSC recognizes the many benefits of providing staff with more flexible work practices. The CNSC enables employees to manage their work while fostering a culture of inclusion, health and wellbeing and delivering high quality regulatory outcomes for Canadians.
Physical onsite presence in (area of Limebank and Leitrim Rd.) Ottawa, Ontario is required.
The CNSC is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects Canada’s population. We value and respect individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, socio-economic backgrounds, and lived experiences. We recognize that individuals may identify with more than one designated group.
Employment equity is an important organizational priority and may be applied at any stage of this appointment process. If applied, preference may be given to candidates who have self-identified as members of one or more of the four designated employment equity groups: Persons with Disabilities, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis), Members of Visible Minorities, or Women. Self-identification is voluntary, confidential and used solely to support Employment Equity objectives. We encourage members of any designated group to self-identify.
We welcome all qualified candidates to apply. If you have a special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. All information pertaining to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.
This process is available in both official languages. Please indicate your preferred language for communication.
Closing Date: September 29, 2026, 11:59pm (EST)
Why work here?
At the CNSC, we work hard to create an environment where employees feel supported and heard, by management and their peers alike.
We also provide benefits like:
Minimum 15 days of annual leave per year
Competitive salary and benefit package
Growth and the possibility for internal career opportunities
Strong support for employee wellness and mental health
Interested in learning more about the CNSC? Visit nuclearsafety.gc.ca.
What you’ll do
conduct standard calibrations of field (radiation and contamination detection instruments) and reference equipment
support the collection and assessment of data including, conducting monthly/annual tests and verifications
contribute to the development of reports and documents for review by senior staff
manage instrument and equipment inventories
participate in projects and initiatives
respond to services requests and communicate technical information to clients/end-users
Essential Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or college diploma in radiation physics or a closely related field with experience in radiation/contamination detection instrumentation, including instrument design and calibration.
Language Requirements:
English essential
Experience in:
calibrating radiation detection instruments and preparing associated reports/certificates
performing regular quality control checks, collecting data and following established procedures
supporting technical reviews, internal audits,
and/or implementing corrective and preventive actions to improve quality and service delivery
monitoring and responding to client requests/ticket system
Knowledge of:
the Nuclear Safety and Control Act (NSCA) and its regulations, particularly the Radiation Protection Regulations, the Class II Nuclear Facilities and Prescribed Equipment, Nuclear Substances and Radiation Devices Regulations, and the Packaging and Transport of Nuclear Substances Regulations
the use and calibration of various radiation detection instruments
client service principles, including understanding client needs, problem-solving, and delivering technical and safety information accurately and professionally
radiation protection principles and practices
Ability to:
communicate effectively orally and in writing
The following Key Behavioural Competencies define the behaviours expected of all CNSC employees. These competencies serve as the basis for the selection, performance management, development and recognition of CNSC employees and will form part of the evaluation of this process.
Live it - Model the CNSC values
Own it - Be Accountable & Achieve Results
Build it - Collaborate Effectively with Others
Learn it - Commit to your Qualified Growth & Personal Leadership
Master’s degree
Bilingual (French and English)
Knowledge of laboratory accreditation standards (e.g., ISO 17025)
Experience measuring neutron fields and/or calibrating neutron detection instruments
Peer reviewed journal publication record(s)
Operational Needs:
All CNSC staff are subject to the Mobility Directive.
Contact Information:
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact
[email protected] or call 1-(phone hidden) Monday to Friday 8 am to 8 pm, EST (except statutory holidays).
If you have questions about this job posting, please contact HR Staffing / RH Dotation (CNSC/CCSN) .
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