Pathologist - Chemical

Ring International Recruitment; Auckland; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Relocation and visa support

Professional development

Academic partnerships

Job summary

Ring International Recruitment in Auckland, North Island seeks a Chemical Pathologist to support diagnostic services and specialist test development. You will interpret results, guide test validation, and contribute to innovation in specialist biochemistry. You will have opportunities in lipid clinics, screening programmes, research and teaching, backed by a laboratory committed to continuous improvement and clinical excellence. This role offers a NZ lifestyle and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Eligible for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand in Chemical Pathology.
• Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (FRCPA) or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert interpretation and support scientific teams.
• Guide test validation and implementation in specialist biochemistry.
• Contribute to innovation in specialist biochemistry and test development.
• Participate in lipid clinics, national screening programmes, research and teaching.

Skills

Mass spectrometry

Biochemistry testing

Clinical interpretation

Teaching

Education

MCNZ vocational registration in Chemical Pathology

FRCPA or equivalent

Tools

MS/MS

Q-TOF

TOF

ICP-MS

Job description

Ring International Recruitment – Auckland, North Island

As a Chemical Pathologist you will play a pivotal role in delivering diagnostic services, quality assurance, and specialist test development

You'll provide expert interpretation, support scientific teams, guide test validation and implementation, and contribute to innovation in specialist biochemistry

You'll 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

Shape the future of pathology while enjoying the lifestyle New Zealand has to offer

The laboratory provides 24/7 services to the parent hospital, and specialist services nationwide. The team includes highly skilled scientists, technicians, phlebotomists, and support staff - all dedicated to innovation and patient-centred care

The laboratory operates a comprehensive test menu covering toxicology, metabolic, endocrine, and protein biomarkers, supported by advanced technology including MS/MS, Q-TOF, TOF, and ICP-MS. The lab is ISO 15189 accredited and an approved RCPA training site

About You:

Applicants must be eligible for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand in Chemical Pathology. Supervision capacity is limited, so preference will be given to those holding FRCPA, FRCPath, or equivalent qualifications.

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

New fellows are warmly encouraged to apply - full support and training will be provided

This position offers:

• Flexible working arrangements where possible
• Ongoing professional development and academic partnerships
• Relocation and visa support for international candidates
• A chance to live and work in one of New Zealand's most liveable cities