Research Scientist

Job title:

Research Scientist

Company

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Job description

The incumbent is a Junior/Intermediate professional with advanced engineering-scale fuel modelling capabilities. The candidate will be supporting the Federal Science and Technology program under the theme of advanced reactor systems and small modular reactors. Additionally, they will support/propose commercial contracts from industry groups and regulators.
The successful candidate will be required to contribute computational modelling expertise on contemporary and advanced fuel designs (particularly TRISO) with varying manufacturing techniques under normal and postulated transient conditions. The candidate will also develop simulations and deliver recommendations on the behaviour of various reactor components for the safety and efficiency of the current Canadian reactor fleet and proposed new reactor technology. The candidate may be tasked with supporting the design and analysis of experiments to provide data for model development and to verify predictions. The candidate will be expected to have, or acquire, the expertise and knowledge of the behaviour of conventional and advanced nuclear fuels to support the industry and the regulator in resolving technical issues.

What you will be doing:
– Develops engineering-scale multiphysics simulations of nuclear fuel and related systems including heat transport, structural deformation, chemical transport, etc.
– Exploits appropriate tools such as fuel modelling codes and/or general-purpose differential equation software (e.g.: Finite Element Method, Finite-Volume Method).
– Checks model predictions against expected behaviour and experimental data for correctness.
– Suggests new or refined models and experiments to answer key questions pertinent to stakeholders.
– Assists in the assurance of safe and efficient use of nuclear materials through mathematical and computational models.
– Communicates and disseminates generated information both internally to other groups, and externally in peer-reviewed publications and technical presentations.
– Contributes modelling expertise to internal and external customers.

What we are looking for:
– At minimum a Bachelors (Honours) in engineering or science from a university of recognized standing.
– Preference will be given to candidates with a Masters or PhD degree in engineering or applied science
– 2 years in the behaviour of nuclear fuels or nuclear materials subject to
irradiation/extreme environments.
– Demonstrated expertise in multiphysics finite-element modelling software.
– Experience developing new models, and their application of them to engineering problems.
– A strong command of the English language both written and oral is required for this position.

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic self-starter who enjoys working with a team of computational material science professionals and technologists. A working knowledge of the finite-element method and associated numerical techniques, and word processing and presentation software is required. Experience with phase field, crystal plasticity, fracture mechanics, thermochemistry, and surrogate modelling are considered assets.

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

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 pace setters, 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 position is eligible for remote work, but if on-site work is desired it can also be arranged.

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 as 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.

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

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 08:28:00 GMT

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