Quality Assurance Representative

Are you passionate about quality and driven by the idea of making a meaningful impact on world-class scientific and technical programs? Do you thrive in environments where compliance, precision, and continuous improvement are essential to success? Are you looking for a role where your expertise will influence everything from medical isotope manufacturing and radiochemistry to laboratory operations and cutting-edge research programs? If you do, our Chalk River location is looking for a Quality Assurance Representative to serve as a trusted quality expert, providing guidance, oversight, and assurance that critical products, services, and programs meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. This may be the job for you! Apply today! What you will be doing! Advising on quality codes, standards and quality program requirements as applied to projects and facility operation. Supporting compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including CNSC ( Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission) and TSSA (Technical Standards and Safety Authority) Participating in or Performing Surveillance and Audits. Planning, executing and reporting surveillance activities. Developing, reviewing and improving procedures, quality plans, training materials, or program documentation. Maintaining Quality qualifications and regulatory knowledge. Reviewing and verifying study plans, amendments, deviations, study reports, procedures and validation documentation to ensure compliance with the Principles of GLP(Good Laboratory Practice). Identifying and documenting quality issues, deficiencies, observations and nonconformances. Other duties as assigned by your manager. What We Are Looking For Education At a minimum, a Bachelor's (Honours) in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or equivalent from a university of recognized standing; or membership in an engineering or scientific organization authorized by statute to establish qualification for membership in that organization. Experience Significant related engineering and/or science-based work experience. Experience in a field of specialization. Direct experience in radiochemistry, analytical laboratory operations, medical isotope manufacturing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, pre-clinical studies, or other regulated scientific environments is preferred. Experience working within a GLP governed environment is considered a strong asset. 5 years of full-time experience in a laboratory environment with responsibility for Quality Assurance and Quality Control implementation. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent working knowledge of management systems and support processes. Knowledge of compliance assurance, quality assurance, safety analysis, and nuclear programs, such as security, environmental protection, and radiological protection. Strong theoretical and technical knowledge of chromatographic sciences and spectroscopic technologies. Demonstrated commitment to quality work, adherence to standards and codes, policies and procedures. Good oral and written communication skills, as well as good presentation skills. Security Clearance Eligibility Required Level 2 Secret requires a minimum of 7 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.” Working Conditions Working schedule: Five (5) days per week, seven and a half (7.5) hours per day for a thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hour work week. This position is part of the CRPEG Union and is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in the CRPEG Collective Agreement. As a member of this bargaining unit, you’ll benefit from clear expectations around hours of work, wages, vacation, and other conditions that support a fair and consistent working environment. Occasional travel may be required to external supplier sites for project verification activities. Why CNL? Does the idea of working with a dynamic team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world excite you? At CNL, we’re reinventing ourselves to be industry leaders—pioneering solutions to the problems that matter most. From building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy technologies, to developing targeted cancer treatments, to continuing our global leadership in environmental remediation—we are driven by impact, innovation, and purpose. What We Offer: A Total Rewards Package We believe in taking care of our people. Here’s what you can expect as part of our team: Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and floater days Benefits effective Day One – no waiting period Tuition support to help you keep learning and growing A defined-benefit pension plan or a defined-contribution pension plan, depending on your employee group, to support your long‑term financial security Do Our Priorities Resonate with You? Delivering clean energy for today and tomorrow Restoring and protecting the environment Contributing to the health of Canadians If so, you’ll feel right at home at CNL! Location: Fully Onsite This role is a fully onsite role that requires the employee to primarily work at CNL’s Chalk River Laboratory site, with only occasional opportunities to work remotely, if desired by the employee. Located in the heart of the Ottawa Valley, our Chalk River site offers a beautiful natural setting with forests, lakes, and wildlife, right at your doorstep. Surrounded by welcoming communities such as Deep River, Petawawa, and Pembroke, you’ll have access to unparalleled outdoor adventures and a fantastic work-life balance. Please note: This is a fully on-site position based at our Chalk River Laboratory in Ontario. Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion At CNL, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome employees, stakeholders, and partners of all backgrounds and identities. Click here to read all about it! We are proud to uphold a workplace culture grounded in our Core Values: Respect Teamwork Accountability Safety Integrity Excellence These values drive our employment practices and ensure meaningful career development opportunities and accommodations for all employees. CNL is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during any phase of the hiring process, please let us know via [email protected] . All requests will be handled with confidentiality. CNL operates on sites located on the traditional lands, waterways and ceded and unceded territories of Indigenous peoples. CNL recognizes and affirms all First Nations, Métis communities and Inuit in this land we now know as Canada. We acknowledge, respect and seek to better understand Indigenous history, rights and title on the lands where we work and develop projects. We honour and respect the importance of the relationship between Indigenous peoples and their lands, waters and territories.

Provide quality oversight and guidance to ensure scientific programs and products meet regulatory and safety standards. This includes performing audits, reviewing GLP documentation, and improving quality procedures and plans.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field with at least 5 years of laboratory QA/QC experience. Preference is given to candidates with experience in radiochemistry, medical isotope manufacturing, or GLP environments.

• Paid Time Off • Vacation • Sick Days • Personal Days • Floater Days • Health Benefits • Tuition Support • Defined-benefit Pension Plan • Defined-contribution Pension Plan

• Assurance qualitéSouhaitée

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• Quality Assurance
• Quality Control
• Regulatory Compliance
• Auditing
• Surveillance
• Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
• Chromatographic Sciences
• Spectroscopic Technologies
• Technical Writing
• Management Systems
• Safety Analysis
• Radiochemistry

• Science & Research
• Engineering
• Energy
• Manufacturing
• Security & Safety

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Postuler avant le

24 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

38 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Not Applicable