Senior LCMS Medical Scientist Pathology Leadership

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

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