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Physicist
Ideon Technologies
Richmond, BC
- Full-time
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CC
Student, Health Physicist
Cameco Corporation
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
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Experimental Physicist II (Quantum Annealing) [647]
D-Wave
Burnaby, BC
…circuit designers, fabrication engineers, software developers and physicists who work together to create the processors at the heart of our quantum computer and are constantly pushing the…
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DS
Experimental Physicist
Daedal Systems
Toronto, ON
- $80,000 to $120,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Daedal Systems is looking for an Experimental Plasma Physicist to join our lab team. Working alongside our senior physicists, you will help design and build the measurement and diagnostic…
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physicist
Nord Quantique
Sherbrooke, QC
- Full-time
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SC
Physicist
SME Careers
Canada
- Contract
We’re seeking physicists to join our AI training project. In this role, you will review AI-generated responses, evaluate the reasoning quality and step-by-step problem-solving, and provide…
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NQ
physicist
Nord Quantique
Sherbrooke, QC
- Full-time
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Experimental Physicist II (Quantum Annealing or Qubit Coherence) [616]
D-Wave
Burnaby, BC
…circuit designers, fabrication engineers, software developers and physicists who work together to create the processors at the heart of our quantum computer and are constantly pushing the…
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Experimental Physicist II (Scalable Gate Model Processors) [615]
D-Wave
Burnaby, BC
…circuit designers, fabrication engineers, software developers, physicists, and engineers to push the boundaries of quantum…
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AS
Physicien.ne quantique - Caractérisation et calibration / Quantum Physicist - Characterization and Calibration
Anyon Systems Inc.
Montreal, QC · Greater Montreal Metropolitan Area
- Full-time
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CN
Health Physicist
Canadian Nuclear Laboratories
Port Hope, ON
- Full-time
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CN
Health Physicist
Canadian Nuclear Laboratories
Port Hope, ON
- Full-time
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
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CN
Health Physicist
Canadian Nuclear Laboratories
Chalk River, ON
- Full-time
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
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CN
Health Physicist
Canadian Nuclear Laboratories
Pinawa, MB
- Full-time
We have a compressed work week: Four (4) days per week, ten (10) hours per day for a forty (40) hour work week, starting at 6:00 a.m
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Senior Health Physicist
AtkinsRéalis
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
We are looking for numerous Senior Health Physicists for CANDU reactor refurbishment projects nationally and/or internationally. This would be an excellent role for an experienced…
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CN
Health Physicist
Canadian Nuclear Laboratories
Local Government District of Pinawa, Manitoba · Pinawa, MB
- Full-time
We have a compressed work week: Four (4) days per week, ten (10) hours per day for a forty (40) hour work week, starting at 6:00 a.m
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AS
Physicien.ne quantique - Caractérisation et calibration / Quantum Physicist - Characterization and Calibration
Anyon Systems Inc.
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Physicist / Engineering Physicist
Communications & Power Industries (CPI)
Halton Hills, Ontario
- Full-time
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Lead Experimental Physicist
Xcimer Energy
Quinte West, Ontario
- Full-time

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Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Health Physicist

Local Government District of Pinawa, MB, Canada
Pinawa, MB, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Jun 25, 2026

Original job description

Are you passionate about protecting people and the environment from unseen hazards? Do you thrive at the intersection of science, safety, and real-world impact? Are you driven to apply your expertise to meaningful work that ensures compliance, safeguards communities, and supports critical operations? Our Whiteshell location is looking for a Health Physicist to play a vital part in protecting Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) employees and the public from radiological and related hazards. If you answered yes, then this may be the job for you!

What will you be doing!

Monitoring and reporting radiation protection performance.
Approving radiological clearance survey methodology and accepting survey results for the clearance and release of buildings and lands.
Providing assessments and advice for the safe and compliant application and implementation of specific radiation protection program elements.
Providing oversight for the field execution of radiological work.
Providing direction and oversight of the purchase, calibration, and maintenance of radiation and contamination monitoring systems.
Conducting radiation protection training.
Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What We Are Looking For

Education
- BSc or MSc in Physics, Health Physics, Radiation Protection, Medical Physics, and/or Engineering Physics (or equivalent education , such as BSc science degree and work experience).
Experience
- Minimum ten years’ post-graduation Health Physics experience, preferably with 2+ in decommissioning.
- Extensive experience and understanding of work tasks, their execution, and associated radiological hazards, as well as the ability to learn from others and absorb new/related knowledge quickly.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to wear protective clothing and to work in a hazardous environment.
- Ability to establish priorities and achieve goals and objectives in a work environment with varied and sometimes conflicting demands.
- Knowledge of Radiation Protection principles.
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

We have a compressed work week: Four (4) days per week, ten (10) hours per day for a forty (40) hour work week, starting at 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
This position is part of the WPEG Union and is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in the WPEG 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.

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.

Located near Pinawa, Manitoba, our Whiteshell site is surrounded by pristine lakes, rivers, and forests - a true haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The area offers a peaceful, close-knit community atmosphere, ideal for those who enjoy nature, recreation, and a balanced lifestyle.

Please note: This is a fully onsite position based at our Whiteshell site, Manitoba.

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 jobs@cnl.ca . All requests will be handled with confidentiality.

Whiteshell Laboratories is situated on the traditional lands of Treaties 1 and 3, and near Treaty 5. This land is the home of the Anicinabe, Ojibway Anishinaabe and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We recognize that many other Indigenous Peoples across the region and Canada also consider this area their home. CNL is deeply grateful for the opportunity to work on these lands and waterways, which hold significant cultural and historical importance. We acknowledge that this site was established without consultation with the Indigenous Peoples of this area. We recognize the ongoing impact of this and we are committed to understanding and respecting the unique Indigenous history, rights and title associated with this land.

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Responsibilities

The Health Physicist will monitor and report on radiation protection performance, approve radiological clearance survey methodologies, and provide oversight for radiological work execution. They will also conduct radiation protection training and provide assessments for compliance with radiation protection program elements.

Requirements

Candidates must have a BSc or MSc in relevant fields and a minimum of ten years of post-graduation Health Physics experience, preferably with two or more years in decommissioning. Knowledge of radiation protection principles and the ability to work in hazardous environments are essential.

Skills

Radiation Protection
Monitoring
Reporting
Assessment
Oversight
Training
Hazard Management
Compliance
Calibration
Maintenance
Safety
Problem Solving
Prioritization
Communication
Teamwork
Adaptability

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Benefits Effective Day One
Tuition Support
Defined-Benefit Pension Plan

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Keywords

Health Physicist
Radiation Protection
Radiological Hazards
Compliance
Monitoring Systems
Calibration
Training
Decommissioning
Safety
Environmental Protection
Nuclear Laboratories
Hazardous Environment
Performance Reporting
Survey Methodology
Community Safety
Technical Assessments
Radiological Work

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Experimental Physicist II (Quantum Annealing) [647]

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Experimental Physicist II (Quantum Annealing or Qubit Coherence) [616]

Experimental Physicist II (Scalable Gate Model Processors) [615]

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