The program provides, the environment necessary for the individual fellow to develop skills in self-evaluation, self-directed learning and critical appraisal enabling the clinical biochemist to proficiently pursue life-long learning. Individuals completing the program should be equipped to adapt to the changes that will occur in the profession throughout their careers.

At the completion of the training period, the fellow will be able to:

• Discuss normal biochemical pathways and the etiology and pathogenesis of the biochemical disorders of disease
• Act as a consultant in the selection of appropriate laboratory tests
• Understand the interpretation of biochemical data and its integration with the clinical practice of medicine
• Understand the principles of selection of laboratory equipment
• Evaluate proposed biochemical tests and validate their use in clinical service
• Establish and maintain a quality control program
• Organize a clinical biochemistry laboratory and assume responsibility for its administration
• Demonstrate an ability to develop research protocols and interpret research data
• Demonstrate an ability to teach clinical biochemistry

The training program is two years duration and follows the syllabus of the Canadian Academy of Clinical Biochemistry. Fellows complete rotations at each of the four Hamilton hospital sites. They also help coordinate the weekly academic half day sessions.

Fellows also have the opportunity to apply for the Laboratory Medicine Resident/Fellow research Grant, awards applicants 2 times a year, and a fellow can get funding for research up to $8000.00

Updated Eligibility requirements 

• PhD degree – must be in a field relevant to clinical biochemistry
• Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada

How to Apply

Please include the following documents which will constitute your application package:

• A letter of interest highlighting relevant experience, knowledge, and skills pertaining to the field of clinical biochemistry.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Official transcripts (must include completion of PhD).
• Three Reference Letters (names/contact information will not accepted)
  • Reference letters can be submitted via email with the subject line: ‘Applicant Last Name_2025 Reference Letter’

NOTE: Proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status will be required if selected for this Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care fellowship.

Submit your application in a single PDF file by January 15, 2025 to Thresha at pmmcb@mcmaster.ca 

Thresha Bissondyal
Senior Education Program Associate
Department of Pathology & Molecular Medicine, McMaster University
pmmcb@mcmaster.ca

For elective opportunities, please contact:

Thresha Bissondyal
Senior Education Program Associate
Department of Pathology & Molecular Medicine, McMaster University
pmmcb@mcmaster.ca