Clinical Chemist

Dynacare; Brampton; On-site; CAD 145,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP match

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Dynacare is seeking a Clinical Chemist to lead chemistry strategy, develop innovative testing approaches, and ensure regulatory compliance. You work with the Scientific Director of Chemistry to align initiatives with Dynacare’s values and quality standards.

The role emphasizes operational planning, performance metrics, and cross-functional collaboration across the organization to advance patient care and laboratory excellence.

Qualifications

• PhD in Clinical Chemistry with CACB and/or ABCC certification or eligibility.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Clinical Biochemistry.
• Knowledge of principles, theory, techniques and applications.
• Understanding of regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide input to strategic and operational plans for Chemistry.
• Develop, implement and review plans aligning with management.
• Ensure Chemistry delivery meets performance metrics and compliance.
• Lead in innovation and testing platform evaluations.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders and regulators.

Skills

Clinical Biochemistry

Project planning

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Research & innovation

Education

PhD in Clinical Chemistry

Job description

Job Posting: Clinical Chemist – Permanent Full Time

Where YOU work, makes a difference.

Life is precious and every moment matters. Dynacare is helping Canadians achieve a healthy future with care and wellness solutions that are convenient, understandable, and accessible. When you join our team, every day is an opportunity to get better and be inspired. It’s an environment where you can grow your career in any direction you choose. We’re evolving our technology and optimizing our processes, so you can do your best work, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.

Are YOU our next Clinical Chemist?

As the Clinical Chemist, you work alongside the Scientific Director of Chemistry, providing technical and scientific expertise in the discipline of Chemistry. You ensure a dedicated and national focus on science and technology issues, common standards, and discipline-specific planning. You are accountable for the excellence of Chemistry by developing innovative solutions, managing key initiatives, and continuously improving processes to support the achievement of your Immediate Manager’s vision, mission, and strategic objectives, all in alignment with Dynacare values.
Status: Permanent full time

Shift: Days

Discipline: Chemistry

Vacancy Type: Existing

Work Style: On-site

Location: 115 Midair Court, Brampton, ON

Internal Posting Deadline: September 8, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. (EST)

Why Dynacare is an amazing place for YOU:

• Join an award-winning "Top Employer" with meaningful and impactful career opportunities
• Access a health and wellness benefits program that supports you and your loved ones
• Grow and thrive with a dynamic, successful company through internal mobility opportunities
• Invest in your future through RRSP match benefits and an employee stock purchase program
• Experience a collaborative, diverse workforce that prioritizes dignity and respect for all

How YOU will make a difference:

• Provide input to Immediate Manager’s strategic and operational plans and directions and ensure on-going effective positioning and integration of Chemistry throughout the organization in order to create and sustain organization success
• Develop, implement and review stratum appropriate (3 month to 1 year) business plan within the context of Immediate Manager’s business plan (including mission, vision, values, strategic positioning, operational plan and resource plan)
• Ensure business plans and deliverables are aligned and integrated, stratum appropriate and throughout Chemistry Discipline to achieve performance expectations and decided metrics
• Assess competition and market opportunities and threats; recommend appropriate plans; and implement decided actions (when relevant)
• Ensure the delivery of optimal Chemistry results against appropriate performance metrics (systems, processes, procedures and activities)
• Establish, monitor, measure and report Chemistry performance metrics; analyze and identify issues impacting operational performance and establish initiatives for continuous improvement to ensure efficient utilization of resources and testing, overall technical excellence, liaison with licensing and accreditation authorities, physicians and other care-givers, meeting customer expectations, effectiveness and efficiency (e.g., quality, reliability, accuracy of reports/results); employee satisfaction
• Strategically plan and identify for Chemistry, the necessary budget requirements, and the provision of leading edge technology, equipment platforms, automation solutions, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory and Compliance needs
• Provide leadership with respect to the innovative use of advanced science and technology, the provision of expert knowledge and meaningful information to our customers and the overall enhancement of Dynacare scientific vision and reputation
• Serve as a resource to all of Dynacare in interpretation of Chemistry tests/results, test information and method validation.
• Communicate with associated clients, and Dynacare sub-functions as required
• Provide expert knowledge with respect to the development of a comprehensive menu of tests in order to position Dynacare to contribute significantly to the prediction, prevention and early detection of disease, improved diagnosis, treatment and disease management
• To ensure the practice of Good Laboratory Medicine throughout Dynacare as it pertains to Chemistry by providing the necessary oversight, advice, direction and continuing education for staff as required
• To maintain and enhance the integrity of Chemistry function with the organization and to promote external visibility through presentations, publications and appropriate representation on external provincial and national committees and international committees
• Manage self for optimal performance, through effective cross-functional accountability and authority practices (when relevant) within Immediate Manager’s context and prescribed limits
• Develop and nurture a culture of safety, quality, service, performance, innovation, adaptiveness in all tasks performed
• Develop, implement and review control mechanisms and processes to ensure compliance to policies, standards, regulatory requirements and Dynacare requirements and ensure mitigation of risks.
• Develop and maintain (geographical/functional) networks and apply knowledge to plans and actions (when relevant)
• Establish and enhance Dynacare Chemistry profile in industry and community (when relevant)

What YOU bring to the role:

• Hold a PhD degree and be certified (or eligible for certification) in clinical chemistry by the Canadian Academy of Clinical Biochemistry (CACB) and/or the American Board of Clinical Chemistry (ABCC) with Clinical Biochemistry and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in Clinical Biochemistry
• Knowledge of Clinical Biochemistry principles, theory, techniques and applications
• Experience in Toxicology is an asset
• Knowledge of Standards and Regulatory Requirements in Medical/ Clinical Laboratory Testing Related to Clinical Biochemistry
• Knowledge of Accreditation Canada and CAP Proficiency requirements
• Understanding of Laboratory Operations
• Ability to plan and execute projects
• Ability to develop and implement 3 month - 1 year business plan
• Capability to assess Clinical Biochemistry instrumentation/platforms available on market and make recommendations
• Capability to explore new methodologies in Clinical Biochemistry and endorsing upgraded assays to Dynacare test menu
• Assessment of technical performance and proficiency testing in Clinical Biochemistry
• Ability to multi-task and problem solving
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines
• Assessment of technical validations and performance
• Ability to research and recommend new testing platforms/technologies or upgraded assays
• Capacity to provide technical advice and guidance
• Ability to work collaboratively within and cross functional teams
• Capacity to guide and influence
• Ability to solicit information from internal and external parties including scientific networks
• Communicate the benefits of innovation and change

Pay rate: $145,000 to $160,000 annually

The hiring pay range has been established; however, the final pay offer will be determined by taking into consideration various factors including but not limited to, level of experience and education requirements.

At Dynacare, we may leverage AI-powered tools in our recruitment process. AI will never reach out to our candidates directly.

Dynacare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to the attraction, selection, advancement, and fair treatment of all individuals. We believe that our diversity is our strength, so we employ a diverse workforce and respect the needs of all our employees.

In accordance with provincial legislation and our Accommodation Policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the Dynacare hiring process.