Medical biochemist

Alberta Precision Laboratories; Siksiká #146, Alberta; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking available

Job summary

Alberta Precision Laboratories is seeking a highly qualified biochemist to lead research initiatives at our on-site facility in Alberta. The role involves advanced biochemical analyses, development of new formulations, and consulting on technical applications in industrial chemicals. Relocation may be required as indicated by the employer.

The candidate should hold an earned doctorate in biochemistry or related field, with strong leadership and communication skills to collaborate across teams.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate degree in biochemistry or related field.
• Clinical biochemistry specialization preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to develop new chemical formulations and processes.
• Devise new technical applications of industrial chemicals and compounds.
• Act as technical consultant in a chosen field of expertise.
• Analyze, synthesize, purify, modify and characterize chemical or biochemical compounds.
• Conduct programs to identify and quantify environmental toxicants.
• Investigate synthesis, properties of chemical compounds and reaction mechanisms.
• Study drug action mechanisms, diagnosis and health assessment aspects.
• Participate in interdisciplinary R&D projects.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Analytical

Team player

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Judgement

Organized

Education

Earned doctorate degree

Biochemistry

Job description

OVERVIEW

LANGUAGES

English

EDUCATION

• Earned doctorate degree
• Biochemistry

EXPERIENCE

• Experience an asset

ON SITE

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

WORK SETTING

• Urban area
• Willing to relocate
• Relocation costs covered by employer

RESPONSIBILITIES

TASKS

• Conduct research to develop new chemical formulations and processes
• Devise new technical applications of industrial chemicals and compounds
• Act as technical consultant in a particular field of expertise
• Analyze, synthesize, purify, modify and characterize chemical or biochemical compounds
• Conduct programs to identify and quantify environmental toxicants
• Conduct research into the synthesis and properties of chemical compounds and the mechanisms of chemical reactions
• Investigate chemical aspects of the mechanisms of drug action, the diagnosis and treatment of disease, organ function and the assessment of health
• Participate in interdisciplinary research and development projects

SUPERVISION

• 5-10 people

EXPERIENCE AND SPECIALIZATION

BIOCHEMICAL STUDIES

• Diagnostics preparation

MEDICAL SPECIALIZATION

• Biochemistry

SPECIALIZATION OR EXPERIENCE

• Biochemistry or biological chemistry
• Clinical chemistry

AREA OF SPECIALIZATION

• Clinical chemistry or biochemistry

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SECURITY AND SAFETY

• Criminal record check

WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

• Leadership
• Accurate
• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Analytical

BENEFITS

OTHER BENEFITS

• Parking available