Experienced Medical Scientist – Unitas, Centurion

Experienced Medical Scientist – Unitas, Centurion

WE MAKE PATIENT CARE A PRIORITY. IF YOU DO, JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY!

PathCare is a partnership of pathologists in private practice across South Africa that has been assisting doctors and healthcare professionals determine and confirm diagnoses since 1923. We are registered with the HPCSA (Health Professions Council of South Africa) and all our laboratories are SANAS accredited.

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.

Applicants who meet the criteria and are interested in joining our dynamic team are required to complete the attached application form and submit this together with a CV to tracy.ferrao@pathcare.net

Closing date: Thursday, 19th November 2026

Please note: by applying for this position, your application will be subject to verification checks of your driver’s licence, ID document, qualifications/proof of registration, credit and criminal checks if required. Candidates must be willing to participate in a rigorous evaluation process.

PathCare is committed to the pursuit of excellence and diversity in achieving our equity targets and the organisation’s approved Employment Equity plan will be considered as part of the talent acquisition process. All qualified candidates including people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

CV TEMPLATE
APPLICATION FORM