Clinical Biochemist

Myadlm; Calgary; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) is seeking a temporary full-time Clinical Biochemist to cover a one-year leave of absence in Calgary. The role focuses on high-volume chemistry and specialized testing, with duties including teaching fellows and residents and contributing to provincial initiatives.

The candidate should possess a PhD in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Biology and be CACB/ABC-certified or eligible, with experience in protein electrophoresis sign-out considered an asset.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or related discipline.
• Current CACB or ABC certification or eligibility for Clinical Biochemistry.
• Board-certified/eligible in Clinical Biochemistry.
• Experience in high-volume chemistry testing and outpatient testing is preferred.
• Protein electrophoresis sign-out experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee high-volume clinical biochemistry testing at a community/outpatient site.
• Interpret and report serum/urine protein electrophoresis and related tests.
• Support provincial initiatives and quality assurance activities.
• Teach and train clinical biochemistry fellows and residents.
• Collaborate with clinicians and researchers on projects and education.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Organization

Teaching/mentoring

Education

PhD in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Biology

CACB/ABC certification or eligibility

Job description

Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) is the sole provider of lab services in the province of Alberta. APL is seeking a temporary full time (1.0 FTE) board-certified/eligible Clinical Biochemist to cover a leave of absence for one year starting February 1, 2027. This position will support the comprehensive Clinical Biochemistry service in the academic hub laboratory located in the City of Calgary. Experience in large-scale chemistry community/outpatient testing and protein electrophoresis sign out is an asset.

The successful candidate will join a large team of clinical biochemists that support Clinical Biochemistry laboratories throughout the province, alongside a group of >100 laboratory physicians and clinical laboratory doctoral scientists. APL and the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at the University of Calgary Cumming School of Medicine offer a Clinical Biochemistry Fellowship Training Program, as well as residency (e.g. Diagnostic and Clinical Pathology, Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology, Neuropathology, and Medical Microbiology) and other fellowship training programs (e.g. Hematopathology). The successful candidate will be involved with teaching and training of the Clinical Biochemistry fellows, pathology residents, and other visiting fellows.

Calgary, a city of over 1.8 million people, is located within an hour’s drive of the Rocky Mountains, and within a half day’s drive of eight national parks. There are many opportunities for indoor and outdoor activities, including three nearby UNESCO World Heritage Sites, world class athletic facilities, and many cultural events.

The successful candidate will work out of the Diagnostic and Scientific Research Centre in Calgary. This position will report to South Sector Clinical Biochemistry Hub Lab Medical Lead.

Position Summary/ Key responsibilities

Oversee and support clinical biochemistry testing at a high-volume community/outpatient site performing general chemistry and specialized chemistry testing. Interpret and report serum and urine protein electrophoresis, CSF oligoclonal banding, cryoglobulin typing, and thalassemia/hemoglobinopathy investigation. Represent and support Southern Alberta on provincial initiatives and projects (e.g. instrument implementations, LIS and middleware activities, quality assurance activities). Contribute to the fellowship and residency programs by teaching and training trainees.

Selected accountabilities

Liaise with clinical users about medical and operational issues and decisions. Contribute to planning, evaluation and implementation activities in collaboration with other disciplines. Support and participate in quality activities. Conduct collaborative research and development, including working collaboratively with stakeholders to enable clinical research. Provide input on workforce planning, recruitment, quality improvement, and strategic planning for Clinical Biochemistry. Teach, mentor, and supervise laboratory medicine learners.

The successful candidate must possess an earned doctorate (PhD) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or related disciplines, and a current certification (or eligibility) by the Canadian Academy of Clinical Biochemistry or equivalent (e.g. American Board of Clinical Chemistry).

Demonstrates effective communication, applied problem solving, critical thinking, organizational ability, leadership, and ability to work independently and within teams in a fast paced, changing environment. Strong track record of collegiality with coworkers, academic accomplishments, and evidence of ongoing continuing education and research in clinical biochemistry.