Clinical Biochemist

Myadlm; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Biochemist to join their Laboratory Medicine Program. This role involves providing oversight and support for clinical biochemistry, ensuring high-quality laboratory analysis, and consulting with healthcare professionals. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic environment, contributing to innovative patient care and research. With a commitment to excellence, this opportunity offers a chance to collaborate with talented professionals and engage in meaningful work that transforms lives and communities. If you are passionate about clinical biochemistry and looking for a rewarding career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive offer packages

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Close access to Transit

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for development

Corporate discounts

On-site gyms

Qualifications

• Must hold a PhD in Chemistry or Biochemistry and be certified in clinical chemistry.
• Strong record in clinical biochemistry and toxicology with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for analytical and quality aspects of laboratory analysis.
• Consult with physicians and support partner client hospital laboratories.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

PhD in Chemistry

PhD in Biochemistry

Tools

Mass Spectrometry

Point of Care Testing

Job description

The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of groundbreaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Job Description

Union : Non-Union

Site : All UHN sites

Department : Laboratory Medicine Program, Clinical Biochemistry

Reports to : Division Head, Biochemistry

Grade : YP : 01

Salary : To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy

Shifts : Variable

Status : Temporary Full Time (1 year MLOA coverage)

Closing Date : July 31, 2024

Position Summary

This position is set to start September 2024. Interested individuals should submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and the names of three (3) referees directly to Dr. Vathany Kulasingam, Division Head of Clinical Biochemistry.

As an integral member of the Laboratory Medicine Program’s Division of Clinical Biochemistry, the responsibilities of the Clinical Biochemist are as follows:

Duties

• Provide oversight and support for Clinical Biochemistry as it relates to: analytical and quality aspects of laboratory analysis, method development and implementation, interpretation of results, consultation with physicians, and support partner client hospital laboratories.

Qualifications

• Must hold a PhD degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related disciplines and be certified in clinical chemistry by the Canadian Academy of Clinical Biochemistry (CACB) and/or the American Board of Clinical Chemistry (ABCC).
• A strong record of scholarship, experience or special training in clinical biochemistry, toxicology, routine and STAT chemistry, special chemistry, endocrinology, mass spectrometry, point of care testing and other state-of-the-art methodologies in biochemical diagnostics.
• Fellowship with Canadian Academy of Clinical Biochemistry (CACB) and/or the American Board of Clinical Chemistry (ABCC).
• Excellent problem recognition and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills to handle multiple demands and competing priorities.
• Highly motivated individual with demonstrated professional skills, able to work in team settings, and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and team leader.

Additional Information

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN:

• Competitive offer packages.
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service.
• A flexible work environment.
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization.
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.).

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.