Chemical Pathologist - Medrecruit

MedRecruit Limited; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

MedRecruit Limited is seeking a Chemical Pathologist in Christchurch to join a tertiary laboratory devoted to specialist biochemistry. You will contribute to diagnostic services, QA, and the development of tests, providing expert interpretation and supporting clinical teams.

Ideal candidates will have MCNZ registration or eligibility, FRCPA or equivalent, and a strong interest in advanced biochemistry testing with opportunities to participate in lipid clinics and teaching.

Qualifications

• Registration with MCNZ or eligible in Chemical Pathology.
• Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (FRCPA) or equivalent.
• Experience or strong interest in specialist biochemistry testing (mass spectrometry, endocrine, toxicology).
• Interest in lipidology or running lipid clinics desirable.
• Passion for innovation, quality improvement and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver diagnostic services and quality assurance in specialist biochemistry.
• Lead test development and validation for new assays.
• Provide expert interpretation and support scientific teams.
• Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement in clinical excellence.
• Opportunities to participate in lipid clinics and teaching.

Skills

Quality improvement

Lipidology interest

Teaching

Innovation

Education

MCNZ registration or eligible

FRCPA or equivalent

Tools

Mass spectrometry

Endocrine testing

Toxicology testing

Job description

Chemical Pathologist | Permanent Full Time

Shape the future of pathology in Aotearoa New Zealand

Join a nationally respected, innovation-focused laboratory working alongside leading experts in specialist biochemistry.

About the Role

As a Chemical Pathologist you will play a pivotal role in delivering diagnostic services, quality assurance, and specialist test development for one of only two tertiary referral laboratories in Aotearoa New Zealand.

You will join a collaborative team of three Chemical Pathologists and a registrar. Together, you will provide expert interpretation, support scientific teams, guide test validation and implementation, and contribute to innovation in specialist biochemistry.

You will also have opportunities to participate in lipid clinics, national screening programmes, research, and teaching supported by a laboratory committed to continuous improvement and clinical excellence.

To thrive in this role, you will bring:

• Vocational registration (or eligibility) in Chemical Pathology with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)
• Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (FRCPA) or equivalent
• Experience or strong interest in specialist biochemistry testing (e.g., mass spectrometry, endocrine, toxicology)
• Interest in lipidology or running lipid clinics (desirable but not essential)
• A passion for innovation, quality improvement, and teaching

Ski, surf, cycle, walk or explore the gardens – the world is your oyster in Christchurch.

Stunning beaches and landscapes, cycle and walking trails and ski fields all surround this major urban centre. The perfect spot for families, education, sporting and lifestyle choices are all abundant.

Be a part of a large tertiary, teaching and research hospital in the South Island of New Zealand. It’s the major trauma centre for the region with more than 800 beds, which allows career progression and opportunities to learn. You’ll be spoilt for choice outside of work as well, with loads to see and do.