Experienced Medical Scientist – Unitas, Centurion

PathCare; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

PathCare is seeking an Experienced Medical Scientist for the LCMS Chemistry department at our Unitas branch in Centurion. The ideal candidate will demonstrate Haematology competence, strong leadership, and a robust ethical framework aligned with PathCare values.

Applicants should have an MSc in Chemical Pathology, HPCSA registration, and at least five years in LCMS, QA, and Chromatography. The role requires staff training, collaboration across teams, and flexibility for shifts, weekends, and

Qualifications

• MSc in Chemical Pathology or related field.
• Registration with HPCSA in relevant discipline.
• Minimum 5 years in LCMS method development, validation and troubleshooting.
• Experience in managing QMS systems and involvement in laboratory audits.
• 5 years' experience in Chemical Pathology, Analytical Chemistry or related field.
• 5 years' experience in Chromatography.
• Experience in technical procedure development and implementation.
• Experience in maintaining QA Systems.
• Proven leadership ability and ability to train junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee LCMS method development, validation and troubleshooting.
• Lead QA systems and audit processes to ensure compliance.
• Train and supervise junior staff and students in LCMS workflows.
• Maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with a diverse team and work under pressure with resilience.
• Display initiative and effective verbal and electronic communication.

Skills

LCMS development

Leadership

Stakeholder relations

Quality assurance

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Shift work

Education

MSc in Chemical Pathology

Tools

LIS

MS Office

Job description

An opportunity exists for an Experienced Medical Scientist join the team in the LCMS Chemistry department at our Unitas branch in Centurion. We are seeking an individual with a proven track record of displaying Haematology competence and leadership ability with a high level of ethics and integrity while consistently aligning with the PathCare values.

Key Competency Requirements

• MSc in Chemical Pathology or related field
• Registration with HPCSA in relevant discipline
• Computer literacy (LIS, MS Office - Intermediate)
• Basic management and quality assurance
• At least 5 years' experience in LCMS method development, validation, and troubleshooting
• Experience in managing QMS systems as well as involvement in audit processes in the laboratory
• 5 years' experience in Chemical Pathology, Analytical Chemistry or related field
• 5 years' experience in Chromatography
• Experience in technical procedure development and implementation
• Experience in maintaining QA Systems
• Must have a proven track record of developing and maintaining positive relationships with internal/external stakeholders
• A proven track of Leadership ability
• Client-focused with strong interpersonal relations & collaborative skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Display initiative
• Advanced problem-solving ability
• Effective verbal and electronic communication skills
• Result-orientated
• Emotional intelligence
• Good understanding of method development on various LCMS systems as well as comprehensive knowledge on troubleshooting
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse group of people
• Ability to oversee and train junior staff and students
• Ability to work under pressure and display resilience and tenacity in challenging situations
• Ability to work alone in the laboratory
• Must be fluent in English with an understanding of Afrikaans
• Must be prepared to work shifts, weekends & public holidays
• Must have an acceptable track record/performance record with regard to the technical and behavioral competencies required to perform in this position

Please note that all the shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a technical proficiency test to assess their level of competence.

Your contribution to the company will be rewarded with a market-related remuneration package which includes a retirement fund contribution and risk benefits (Group Life and Disability cover), annual bonus, competitive maternity benefits, health care allowance, discounted pathology tests, payment of HPCSA/SANC annual registration fees and developmental opportunities at the PathCare Training Academy.

Closing date: Thursday, 19th November 2026