Duties

The person in this position:

• Defines hydrogeologic, hydraulic and geochemical conditions in both porous and fractured media for past, existing and proposed nuclear and industrial facilities;
• Maps contaminant plumes, dealing primarily with water and radionuclide transport;
• Evaluates geochemical and radiometric parameters in surface waters, soils, groundwater's and other geologic media;
• Identifies and characterizes environmental problems and develops remedial actions by preparing project plans, schedules and budgets and by executing those projects in collaboration with others;
• Prepares reports and delivers presentations which document and interpret the results of the laboratory and field studies;
• Provides technical peer review of reports and project plans;
• Develops solutions for groundwater and aquifer remediation and for improved monitoring;
• Assists in managing routine groundwater quality monitoring programs;
• Participates in a radiological emergency response program.

Qualifications

• University graduation with a post-graduate degree in earth sciences with specialization in contaminant hydrogeology or equivalent experience
• Physical ability to work in the field, directing drilling and sampling programs, conducting contaminant characterization and remediation activities
• A strong background in geochemistry and experience in the environmental characterization and monitoring of sites with contaminated groundwater and geologic media and in the assessment of alternative remediation methods, such as stabilization measures, infiltration covers, in site remediation technologies, etc.
• Proven abilities to write technical papers and reports
• Skills and interest in making technical/oral presentations
• The successful applicant must possess the initiative and the ability to lead and supervise a small team and also to work effectively with others on multidisciplinary projects.
• The successful candidate must possess, or be eligible for, membership in the Association of Professional Geologists of Ontario
• Experience in the use of environmental isotopes would be an asset.

AECL has an Employment Equity Program and encourages applications from women, Aboriginal Peoples, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.