100 laboratory physicians and clinical laboratory doctoral scientists. APL and the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at the University of Calgary Cumming School of Medicine offer a Clinical Biochemistry Fellowship Training Program, as well as residency (e.g. Diagnostic and Clinical Pathology, Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology, Neuropathology, and Medical Microbiology) and other fellowship training programs (e.g. Hematopathology). The successful candidate will be involved with teaching and training of the Clinical Biochemistry fellows, pathology residents, and other visiting fellows. Calgary, a city of over 1.8 million people, is located within an hour’s drive of the Rocky Mountains, and within a half day’s drive of eight national parks. There are many opportunities for indoor and outdoor activities, including three nearby UNESCO World Heritage Sites, world class athletic facilities, and many cultural events. The successful candidate will work out of the Diagnostic and Scientific Research Centre in Calgary. This position will report to South Sector Clinical Biochemistry Hub Lab Medical Lead.
Description:
Oversee and support clinical biochemistry testing at a high-volume community/outpatient site performing general chemistry and specialized chemistry testing. Interpret and report serum and urine protein electrophoresis, CSF oligoclonal banding, cryoglobulin typing, and thalassemia/hemoglobinopathy investigation. Represent and support Southern Alberta on provincial initiatives and projects (e.g. instrument implementations, LIS and middleware activities, quality assurance activities).



Contribute to the fellowship and residency programs by teaching and training trainees. Liaise with clinical users about medical and operational issues and decisions. Contribute to planning, evaluation and implementation activities in collaboration with other disciplines. Support and participate in quality activities. Conduct collaborative research and development, including working collaboratively with stakeholders to enable clinical research. Provide input on workforce planning, recruitment, quality improvement, and strategic planning for Clinical Biochemistry. Teach, mentor, and supervise laboratory medicine learners. Union: LAB EXEMPT Unit and Program: Biochemistry Primary

Location:
Diagnostic Scientific Centre Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Full Time FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 23-OCT-2026 Date Available: 01-FEB-2027 Temporary End Date: 01-FEB-2028 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 10 Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum

Salary:
$86.80 Maximum

Salary:
$116.16 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable Classification: Clinic Lab Doc Scient Board Cert Union: LAB EXEMPT Unit and Program: Biochemistry Primary

Location:
Diagnostic Scientific Centre Location Details:



As Per Location Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Full Time FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 23-OCT-2026 Date Available: 01-FEB-2027 Temporary End Date: 01-FEB-2028 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 10 Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum

Salary:
$86.80 Maximum

Salary:
$116.16 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable Required

Qualifications:

The successful candidate must possess an earned doctorate (Ph D) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or related disciplines, and a current certification (or eligibility) by the Canadian Academy of Clinical Biochemistry or equivalent (e.g. American Board of Clinical Chemistry).
Additional Required

Qualifications:

Demonstrates effective communication, applied problem solving, critical thinking, organizational ability, leadership, and ability to work independently and within teams in a fast paced, changing environment. Robust track record of collegiality with coworkers, academic accomplishments, and evidence of ongoing continuing education and research in clinical biochemistry.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with APL.
AB Precision Lab Zone, Calgary, Diagnostic Scientific Centre

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