People

TRIUMF’s diverse community is united under a shared vision: to make the world better through science. To do this, we need researchers, engineers, technicians, project managers, administrative experts, students, experienced elders and alumni, and many others, all working together and contributing unique skills.

OUR TEAM

TRIUMF’s diverse community of nearly 600 multidisciplinary researchers, engineers, technicians, tradespeople, staff, and students create a unique incubator for Canadian excellence, as well as a portal to premier global collaborations.

Our passion for understanding everything from the nature of the nucleus to the creation of the cosmos sparks imagination, inspiration, improved health, economic opportunity, and a better world for all.

CAREERS AT TRIUMF

As Canada’s largest major research facility, TRIUMF offers a wide variety of exciting career opportunities in subatomic physics research, engineering, technical and administrative support, and more. 

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Leadership team

Our Leadership Team brings together a wide breadth of expertise and experience in organizational management, regulatory relationships, and international collaboration, as well as deep knowledge of the global ‘Big Science’ environment. 

Working collaboratively across the organization, our Leadership Team sets the course for TRIUMF, identifying strategic priorities and ensuring the lab is working safely and effectively in the pursuit of our mission. 

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EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where everyone can work, learn, connect, and discover.

As Canada’s particle accelerator centre,TRIUMF is home to individuals from around the world, each with ideas, perspectives, and worldviews that enrich the diverse research ecosystem we have participated in for over 50 years.

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TRIUMF Users Group (TUG)

The TRIUMF Users Group (TUG) is an organization whose members (Users) have a special interest in the use of TRIUMF’s infrastructure and facilities for the purpose of conducting research, developing technology, utilizing resources (e.g., experimental facilities, access to rare isotope beams, etc.) and/or interacting with personnel.

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TRIUMF ALUMNI AND RETIREES ASSOCIATION (TARA)

Today, TRIUMF’s community stands on the shoulders of giants. 

Our alumni, retirees, and many past contributors comprise a diverse community of researchers, engineers, and critical support staff that established the lab in 1968 and have stewarded its contributions to science and society across the last 50 years.   

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