Laboratory Assistant

BWXT Medical Ltd. provides its customers, who conduct life-saving medical procedures for patients around the world, the benefit of decades of experience in the development, manufacturing, packaging and delivery of medical isotopes and radiopharmaceuticals. Headquartered in Kanata, Ontario, BWXT Medical Ltd. employs over 300 highly-skilled people in Kanata and Vancouver, British Columbia. BWXT Medical Ltd. is part of the BWXT nuclear power segment (NPG) of BWX Technologies, Inc.

Laboratory Assistant

We are recruiting for a Laboratory Assistant for our Kanata office.

Job Description / Duties:

The Laboratory Assistant must have the ability read, understand and follow technical procedures. They must be able to perform work to established Standard Operating Procedures and Process Control Records. They must and be familiar with all aspects of cleanroom and equipment disinfecting. They must have excellent record keeping skills as well as the ability to follow a variety of procedures closely.

Job Qualifications / Requirements:

Normally, candidates must have a minimum High School education with some post-secondary training or 2 years relevant work experience in chemistry, physics or biology.

Physical requirements:

• Have good manual dexterity and grip strength
• Must be able to use hands/arms on a constant basis
• Work at and above shoulder height
• Push and pull carts with a force of up to 25kgs on an occasional basis
• Lift up to 10kgs on an occasional basis
• Wear a respirator for extended periods of time
• In accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices, the candidate must:
  • be free of a communicable disease
  • not have a sloughing skin condition (i.e. severe dandruff, eczema, psoriasis)

• Must be able to use aseptic technique and don a clean room suit (over a plant uniform)
• Must be able to remain in a clean room for potentially up to 3 hours at a time.

Why join BWXT Medical?

• Work within the growing and exciting nuclear medicine industry as well as with highly skilled employees.
• Competitive salaries.
• Company match pension plan.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Life insurance.
• Collaborative work environment... and so much more!

The base salary range for this position in Ontario (CA-ON) at the start of employment is expected to be between $52,100 and $65,279 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment and are subject to a collective bargaining agreement.

Learn more about how BWXT employs nuclear technology to solve some of the world’s most important problems. BWXT’s capabilities video showcases our innovation in commercial nuclear power, addressing climate change, as well as our advanced nuclear medicine products treating patients around the world. We are People Strong. Innovation Driven.

BWXT Medical Ltd. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, a conviction for which a pardon has been granted or a record suspended or any other category protected by federal law. BWXT Medical Ltd is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources.