Research Technologist

Overview

The Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) is seeking a Research Technologist to join our REE Commercial team. This role supports the development of rare earth element (REE) processing expertise and the execution of hydrometallurgical, solvent extraction and metals production projects at SRC's Rare Earth Processing Facility.

As a Research Technologist, you will play a key role in laboratory and pilot-scale testing, process development, commissioning and operational readiness activities. Working alongside engineers, scientists and operations personnel, you will operate process equipment, collect technical data and contribute to the advancement of critical minerals processing technologies.

Accountabilities

Conduct laboratory and pilot-scale testing to support REE process development, commissioning and operational readiness activities.

Support projects related to rare earth element hydrometallurgy, calcination, precipitation, solvent extraction, metallization and process optimization.

Prepare, handle and process chemical samples, reagents and solutions in accordance with established procedures, safety requirements and quality standards.

Operate, monitor and troubleshoot laboratory and pilot-scale equipment, including pumps, mixers, tanks, instrumentation and solvent extraction systems.

Collect, record and organize process data and observations to support technical analysis, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.

Assist engineers, scientists, technologists and operations personnel with test planning, equipment setup, process trials and technical problem solving.

Maintain laboratory and pilot plant work areas, equipment, supplies and documentation to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operations.

Support the procurement, receiving and coordination of chemicals, consumables, materials and equipment required for testing and commercial activities.

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