We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Aerosol Scientist to join our team. The successful candidate will conduct aerosol characterization, airborne exposure assessments, and hazard evaluations in laboratory and field environments. This role supports research initiatives by identifying and characterizing airborne materials within a biodefence context.
Key Responsibilities
• Design and conduct aerosol sampling and exposure assessment studies.
• Measure airborne particulate matter, including dust, fumes, mists, nanoparticles, chemical aerosols, and bioaerosols.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain aerosol monitoring and sampling equipment.
• Analyze particle size distributions, concentration, composition, and exposure.
• Interpret results and compare findings with applicable occupational exposure limits and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, scientific publications, and client presentations.
• Recommend engineering controls, administrative controls, and respiratory protection strategies.
• Collaborate with engineers, toxicologists, and environmental scientists.
• Maintain quality assurance and quality control procedures for laboratory and field measurements.
• Stay current with advances in aerosol science, occupational hygiene, and exposure assessment methods.
Required Qualification
• Master’s or Ph.D. in Aerosol Science, Environmental Science, Occupational Hygiene, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience conducting aerosol measurements and exposure assessments.
• Knowledge of aerosol physics and particle transport.
• Strong analytical, statistical, and scientific writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to field sites as required.
Preferred
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• Strong and deep knowledge of aerosol physics.
• Experience in manufacturing, healthcare, pharmaceutical, or environmental consulting industries.
• Familiarity with laboratory quality systems and instrument calibration.

Equipment and Instruments
The successful candidate will routinely operate:
• Condensation Particle Counter (CPC)
• Optical Particle Counter (OPC)
• Aerodynamic Particle Sizer (APS)
• Scanning Mobility Particle Sizer (SMPS)
• Personal air sampling pumps
• Cascade impactors
• Cyclone samplers
• Real-time aerosol and dust monitors
• Electron microscopy sample preparation equipment
• Gravimetric balances
• FTIR, Raman spectroscopy, XRD, and ICP-MS (as applicable)

Core Competencies
• Scientific problem-solving
• Critical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Data analysis and interpretation
• Technical report writing
• Communication and presentation skills
• Project management
• Laboratory safety and quality assurance
• Collaboration across multidisciplinary teams

We welcome applicants who are passionate about advancing aerosol science and improving occupational and environmental health through high-quality research.