Principal Radiochemist

What You’ve Accomplished

You have completed a Bachelor's degree in Biological, Physical or Applied Science. You may have also obtained an advanced degree in similar fields. You possess and apply advanced knowledge in a particular field of specialization and have completed projects of major complexity. You have worked in a similar role for at least 8 years and are ready to join Framatome and help deliver clean, safe energy and advance nuclear technology.

Who You Are

Your actions, behaviors, and decisions are made in a manner consistent with our Core Values:

You may have also acquired the following skills:

• Able to lead the development of manufacturing methods for radioisotopes produced via target irradiation using a particle accelerator.
• Strong theoretical knowledge and practical skills/experience in radioisotope production, target chemistry, separation chemistry, characterization, and synthesis for radiolabeled compounds/radiopharmaceuticals.
• Strong knowledge of Analytical Methods and software.
• Able to effectively communicate/collaborate with other subject matter experts in the nuclear power generation and medical isotope fields.
• Program Management.

Your Opportunity

This full-time role is about making an impact on people’s lives and the future of clean energy. You will leverage your skills and experience to be part of an innovative team and make a difference for our customers. As a Principal Radiochemist/Scientist in Pickering or Kincardine, Ontario (remote work will also be considered), you will be part of the proven team in the Chemistry & Specialty Technology Business Line in the Installed Base Business Unit. Your work will include tapping into their expertise to help utilize our flexible accelerator technology to further develop and improve the medical isotope technology and process. Must be knowledgeable of medical isotope production topics, able to collaborate with experts on target design, radiochemical separations, and implementation of manufacturing methods in hot cells. This position requires up to 25% travel. Together we will enable clean, safe, and economical low-carbon energy to meet the global ambition for a better tomorrow.

Who We Are

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy and medical isotope technology recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for the global nuclear fleet. More than 400 dedicated Framatome employees work in Canada every day to supply ever cleaner, safer, and more economical low-carbon energy for our communities as well as much-needed nuclear isotopes for the medical field to fight life-altering diseases such as cancer. Like you, we want a brighter future.

Positions within Framatome may require access to proprietary information that is subject to U.S. export control regulations. As such, the Company must ensure that any hires for these job openings fully comply with all U.S. regulations. Foreign national applicants that are citizens or residents of countries not included on the Department of Energy’s Generally Authorized Destinations list may not be eligible for immediate need positions.

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.