As Canada’s largest mental health care provider, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) provides evidence to drive system and policy change through the implementation of innovations and novel service delivery interventions. The Brain Health Imaging Centre (BHIC) is one of the primary research areas of CAMH and focuses on new brain imaging tools and methods used in mental health and addictions for clinical neuroscience research.
The BHIC is currently seeking a full-time permanent PET Systems Engineer, reporting to the Manager, Engineering Division. The PET Systems Engineer is responsible for the computer networking systems associated with the BHIC’s specialized equipment and infrastructure, including medical cyclotrons; commercial and in-house built automated radiochemistry equipment; radiation safety systems; PET, CT, and MRI scanners for both human and preclinical use; ancillary devices; and related imaging equipment for preclinical studies. These tasks will include: planning and developing computing environments; software and hardware integration; maintaining, troubleshooting, and performing repairs of servers, workstations, and associated hardware; designing, building, and testing of specialized devices and systems for radiochemistry, PET imaging, and physics experimentation and measurements; and the quality control and development of quality assurance procedures to optimize the performance of equipment systems to minimize failures.
BHIC Computer & Network Systems: develop, implement, integrate, maintain, upgrade, and provide technical support of BHIC specialized computer systems, networks, data servers, workstations, and associated software & hardware.
BHIC Equipment & Infrastructure: support and assist in the monitoring, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of cyclotrons and associated subsystems; radiochemistry devices, units, and related equipment; radiation safety & monitoring systems; and PET imaging equipment and ancillary devices.
Quality Assurance: participate in and support BHIC quality assurance.
Safety: adhere to and promote the highest standards of engineering, radiation safety, and workplace practices for self, co-workers, research participants, CAMH staff, and the public.
Regulatory Compliance: perform all work in compliance with all applicable legislation and requirements including, but not limited to, those under the Nuclear Control and Safety Act (CNSC) and Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).
Institutional Compliance: perform all duties in compliance with CAMH policies and procedures, and those specific to the Brain Health Imaging Centre.
Provide support to the Manager, Engineering Division as needed for other initiatives.
You will support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable regulatory and legislative requirements.
The PET Systems Engineer will also support the monitoring, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of BHIC ‘s specialized equipment and infrastructure. This position is located on-site at 250 College Street.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess a degree in applied physics or relevant engineering field in addition to a minimum of 2 years’ experience with the development, integration, and management of computer infrastructure and systems associated with specialized medical and/or research imaging equipment and devices. Proficiency with setting up computer hardware and systems is required, as is computer programming and software. Experience operating, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining cyclotrons, radiochemistry devices, PET and PET/CT scanners, radiation monitoring equipment, and ancillary equipment is strongly preferred. Experience in the following areas is also an asset:
Computer programming (LabVIEW experience would be an asset) and computer networks
Electronic and Electrical systems
PLC programming and use, specifically Siemens Step 7
Process control (i.e., analog and digital processing and monitoring)
RF
Vacuum systems
Radiation monitoring
Mechanical systems
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
Knowledge of radiation safety regulations is required and experience working in a Class II facility is preferred. Experience supporting a specialized computer network infrastructure in a research and/or manufacturing environment is a requirement. You are able to work independently as well as effectively and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team. The duties of this position require that the PET Systems Engineer be designated as a Nuclear Energy Worker (NEW). Candidates require the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Bilingualism (French/English) and/or proficiency in a second language would be an asset.
Designation as a Nuclear Energy Worker is mandatory for this position and will be arranged for the successful candidate.
Salary Range: $42.67 - $57.55 per hour
CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital.
CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment.
CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.
