CLINCAL BIOCHEMIST

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Manitoba is seeking a motivated Clinical Biochemist to join their hospital-based laboratories. This position involves a blend of service responsibilities, such as quality oversight and method validation, paired with teaching and research opportunities at the University of Manitoba. Ideal candidates will possess a PhD, along with a strong background in clinical chemistry and experience with advanced analytical techniques like LC-MS/MS. The role supports a culturally diverse working environment, offering competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Health & dental benefits

Pension plan

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• Experience with LC-MS/MS and troubleshooting laboratory equipment.
• Knowledge of Organic Acids, Amino Acids, and Carnitines is an asset.
• Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Clinical Biochemistry or eligible for certification.

Responsibilities

• Quality oversight and equipment/method selection.
• Policy and procedure development and review.
• Teaching and engaging in collaborative research.

Skills

Clinical chemistry

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

PhD

Certification from Canadian Academy of Clinical Biochemistry

Tools

LC-MS/MS

GC-MS

GC-MS/MS

Job description

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Shared Health is seeking a Clinical Biochemist (1.0 EFT) to serve hospital-based laboratories throughout Manitoba, as part of a team of Clinical Biochemists. The successful candidate will be located in Winnipeg at one of the University of Manitoba affiliated hospitals. Our laboratories serve patients in both hospital and community settings.

Reporting to the Clinical Biochemistry Medical Director, the ideal candidate will be highly motivated, willing to work both independently and in team settings, and have excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. A strong background in clinical chemistry with excellent analytical and interpretive skills is required. Experience with LC-MS/MS is required; the successful applicant will need to develop and troubleshoot LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and GC-MS/MS methods. Knowledge of interpretation of Organic Acids, Amino Acids, Carnitines, and Acylcarnitines is an asset, or interest in completing additional training in this area. The successful candidate will be required to support good laboratory stewardship and have the ability to set up, maintain, conduct repairs, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.

Candidates must have a PhD and be Fellows of the Canadian Academy of Clinical Biochemistry or eligible for certification. Individuals with certification from the American Board of Clinical Chemistry may also be considered.

Service responsibilities include quality oversight, equipment/method selection and validation, pre-analytical processes, policy and procedure development and review, test interpretation, quality improvement, appropriate test utilization, and communication with physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, Regional Health Authorities, and clinical programs. Academic responsibilities include providing CME for staff and physicians, teaching in our CACB-accredited post-doctoral training program in Clinical Biochemistry and other medical residency and student programs, and engaging in collaborative or independent research. The successful candidate is eligible for a faculty appointment with the University of Manitoba.

Winnipeg, the capital of Manitoba, is a culturally diverse city with a population of over 770,000. It offers a rich arts scene, festivals, professional sports, and natural beauty.

Salary and benefits will be commensurate with qualifications. Shared Health values employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.

Interested candidates must visit Manitoba Health-Care Careers. Applications will be reviewed immediately but the posting remains open until the position is filled. For questions, email [e-mail].

Shared Health is committed to a supportive, innovative working environment, supporting collaboration, teamwork, technology, and career advancement. We offer competitive compensation, health & dental benefits, and a pension plan.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check, and Adult Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. Checks must be recent, obtained within six months prior to employment.

For more information, visit www.sharedhealthmb.ca.