Senior Scientist, Analytical Chemistry
Job title: Senior Scientist, Analytical Chemistry
Company:
Job description: Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to energize a clean-air
world. Utilities around the world rely on our nuclear fuel products to generate safe, reliable,
emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco’s corporate office is based in Saskatoon. We have
mining operations and projects in northern Saskatchewan, Kazakhstan, the United States and
Australia. We are also a leading supplier of uranium refining, conversion, and fuel
manufacturing services from our operations in Ontario.
The Role
As a member of the technical services team, you will provide analytical and process chemistry
expertise to Cameco’s operations, projects, and corporate departments. You will assist various
stakeholders by utilizing your experience in analytical laboratory operations, radiation and
uranium toxicology, and knowledge of the mining industry. You will conduct quality assurance
audits for Cameco’s operations and joint venture partners and oversee related safety programs.
In this role, you will:
Provide assistance and support to laboratory staff on validating/improving analytical
methods
Conduct annual audits of Cameco analytical labs in alignment with ISO/IEC 17025
Manage safety data sheet program for compliance
Coordinate annual inter-laboratory uranium and radium testing programs
Provide specialist subject matter expertise to various departments within Cameco
Travel to various Cameco operations multiple times per year (6-8 trips)
Required:
Master’s degree in chemistry or chemical engineering with a specialization in analytical
chemistry
A minimum of eight years of applicable work experience in an analytical laboratory
Equivalent combination of education and work experience considered
CALA accredited ISO/IEC 17025 auditor
Ability to travel to various Cameco locations multiple times per year
Recommended:
Uranium mining or processing experience
Leadership experience
Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems
Conditions of Employment:
Substance Test
A24-157
Cameco is proud to offer a competitive total reward package which includes:
Competitive compensation program with base and variable pay
Flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan with a health spending and personal
spending account
Fixed benefits including employee and dependant life, AD&D, disability benefits and
paid vacation leave
Employee & Family Assistance Programs
RRSP and RPP matching program
Career development opportunities
Relocation costs
Cameco is an employment equity employer and aims to achieve gender parity, and as such,
preference will be given to qualified members of equity groups. We are strengthened by the
diverse backgrounds of experiences and encourage applicants with various levels of expertise
to apply, as equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.
To explore this career opportunity, please visitDeadline for applications is August 18, 2024. Please quote competition number 40159.
Expected salary:
Location: Saskatoon, SK
Job date: Wed, 31 Jul 2024 04:06:44 GMT
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