Chemist

Description

Reporting to the Principal Chemist, the Chemist will assist in the development and execution of a comprehensive laboratory program to support the various stages of the Rook I Project. The laboratory program will support key areas including the worker health and safety, environmental protection, laboratory quality management, laboratory technical management, and overall laboratory logistics at each phase of the Project.

During the Saskatoon-based pilot lab phase, the Chemist will focus on hands-on technical method development within a temporary pilot lab facility. As the Rook I Project enters the construction phase, the Chemist role will transition to a site-based role encompassing laboratory technical management, supervision and quality management. During the operational phase of the Project, the Chemist role will be a hybrid of technical, quality and management level activities associated with the operation of an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory.

LOCATION

Through the pilot lab phase, this position will require working in the temporary Saskatoon-based pilot lab. Circumstances may require work to be conducted out of the Saskatoon office periodically. As the Project progresses, the position will transition from being a Saskatoon-based role to a site-based rotational schedule role at the Rook I Project site in Northern Saskatchewan.

PRE EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT

The successful candidate will be required to complete a pre-employment criminal background check as part of the requirements of access to the Saskatoon-based pilot lab facility.

Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

ANALYTICAL LOABORATORY DEVELOPMENT

- Support the design and development of laboratory facilities during the pilot lab and construction phases, ensuring a smooth transition to the operational phase and permanent laboratory setups while aligning with analytical requirements for the site.

- Assist in identifying fit-for-purpose laboratory solutions and contribute industry knowledge in selecting vendors for equipment, consumables, software, and infrastructure.

QUALITY and TECHNICAL MANAGEMENT

- Support the development and implementation of the ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation program, including quality and technical management systems aligned with Canadian Association for Laboratory Accreditation (CALA) requirements, regulatory compliance for effluent monitoring, and other NexGen requirements.

- Lead the technical and operational activities within the pilot lab and future on-site laboratories, including instrument commissioning, method validation, facility transition, and development of onsite testing for effluent, environmental samples, urine bioassay, and uranium-based process products in collaboration with subject matter experts and supervision of lab staff as needed.

- Contribute to the setup and transition of laboratory facilities during the various phases of the Project, including logistical planning for lab relocation, LIMS selection and configuration, and preparation of technical and managerial documentation to support ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation and overall, Rook I Project integration.

- Provide technical support to the Metallurgy and Process Engineering Team on matters related to water treatment, uranium processing, and uranium ore concentration

WORKER HEALTH and SAFETY in LAB OPERATION

- Contribute input and support in identifying and mitigating lab-based hazards related to worker health and safety including but not limited to air quality, biohazards, chemicals, ergonomics, and radiological exposure.

- Assist in the development of the laboratory training program with a focus on safety protocols and hazard prevention.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

- Post secondary degree in science (chemistry preferred) or relevant technical school education with appropriate experience.

- 10+ years of laboratory operation experience is required, with uranium mining and processing preferred.

- Experience in laboratory management and LIMS.

- Experience in an ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory accreditation program.

- Experience in budget planning and project execution.

- Strong digital literacy using Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new software.

- Ability to perform most tasks independently, seeking technical guidance from the Principal Chemist for complex or unusual problems.

Core Competencies

Communication

- Communicates in an open candid and consistent manner with impact to inform, enroll, coach, and inspire.

- Effectively builds rapport and appropriately delivers information (oral and written) in a timely, well-organized, thoughtful, and engaging manner.

Team Effectiveness

- Works collaboratively across functional teams, embracing unique talents and diverse perspectives, to achieve common goals.

- Takes a proactive approach to building relationships by actively participating as a prepared team member, demonstrating flexibility and respect for different work styles.

Work Management

- Plans, manages and follows through to ensure the flow and timely completion of activities to deliver successful work results.

- Maintains quality and safety standards to ensure NexGen's Elite Standards are met across all work streams.

- Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability.

Personal Accountability

- Takes responsibility for own actions and outcomes.

- Maintains effective and professional approach, demonstrating resilience and accountability in a fluid fast paced work environment.

Analytical/Critical Thinking

- Able to identify, articulate and problem solve for complex situations with consideration for outcomes.

- Provides clear and informative explanations to support effective decisions in line with company objectives.

- Uses creative, conceptual, and/or inductive reasoning.

Functional & Technical Skills

- Applies specialized knowledge in own area of expertise and openly shares information and knowledge with others.

About NexGen Energy

NexGen Energy is a Canadian company focused on optimally developing the Rook I Project into the largest, low-cost producing uranium mine globally, incorporating the highest levels of environmental and social governance. The Company has a strong portfolio of highly prospective projects, including the Company's 100% owned Rook I property that is host to the high-grade Arrow Deposit (discovered February, 2014), South Arrow (discovered July, 2017), Harpoon (discovered August, 2016), Bow (discovered March, 2015), and the Cannon area (discovered April, 2016).

NexGen is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol NXE and on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker symbol NXG, and is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, with an operations office in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.