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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical chemist in the United States is $30.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $35.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a clinical chemist do?

A Clinical Chemist specializes in analyzing bodily fluids, such as blood and urine, to help diagnose and monitor diseases. They work in hospital laboratories, research institutions, or diagnostic labs, ensuring the accuracy of test results and developing new testing methods. Clinical Chemists also play a crucial role in quality control, instrument maintenance, and interpreting data for physicians. Their work supports patient care by providing essential information for medical decision-making.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical chemist?

To thrive as a Clinical Chemist, you need a strong background in chemistry, biochemistry, and laboratory science, typically supported by a relevant degree and often a Ph.D. or board certification. Familiarity with analytical instruments, laboratory information management systems (LIMS), and regulatory compliance standards is essential. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are standout soft skills in this position. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accurate test results, maintaining quality standards, and facilitating collaboration in clinical laboratory settings.

What are some common challenges clinical chemists face when working in a hospital laboratory setting?

Clinical Chemists in hospital laboratories often encounter challenges such as maintaining accuracy under tight deadlines, troubleshooting complex instrumentation, and adapting to rapidly evolving testing methodologies. They must balance high sample volumes with strict quality control standards while ensuring all results comply with regulatory requirements. Additionally, effective communication with physicians and other healthcare professionals is essential for interpreting test results and impacting patient care decisions.

What is the difference between Clinical Chemist vs Medical Laboratory Scientist?

AspectClinical ChemistMedical Laboratory Scientist
CredentialsMaster's or Doctorate in Chemistry or Clinical Chemistry, certification (e.g., ASCP)Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field, certification (e.g., ASCP)
Work EnvironmentHospital labs, research facilities, diagnostic labsHospital, diagnostic, or clinical laboratories
Job FocusDeveloping and interpreting chemical tests, analyzing complex samplesPerforming routine and specialized lab tests, reporting results

While both Clinical Chemists and Medical Laboratory Scientists work in clinical labs and require certification, Clinical Chemists typically handle more complex analyses and research tasks, often with advanced degrees. Medical Laboratory Scientists focus on routine testing and sample analysis, supporting patient diagnosis. Both roles are essential in healthcare diagnostics but differ in scope and complexity.

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Infographic showing various Clinical Chemist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,466 per year, or $31 per hour.

Clinical Chemist

Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians

Boston, MA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Clinical Chemist, Clinical Chemistry
Department of Pathology
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Harvard Medical School, Boston
The Department of Pathology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) is recruiting a full-time academic clinical chemist/clinical chemistry laboratory director. Recent fellowship graduates and mid-career/senior physicians are strongly encouraged to apply. The candidate will be appointed to the full-time faculty of Harvard Medical School at the appropriate academic rank (Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor), commensurate with experience.
The successful candidate will share responsibility for clinical, academic, and administrative leadership of a comprehensive, high-complexity clinical chemistry service, with an additional significant leadership role in Point of Care Testing (POCT).
Experience in clinical chemistry immunoassays, automated chemistry, and the broad applications of point of care instrumentation is necessary. The successful candidate will contribute to the management of a comprehensive and rapidly growing state-of-the-art laboratory that supports active clinical programs in solid organ and bone marrow transplantation, oncology, cardiology and cardiovascular surgery, immunology, endocrinology, obstetrics and neonatology, and therapeutic drug monitoring and toxicology.
This position is ideal for an academic clinical chemist whose primary identity and expertise is in central laboratory chemistry and who is interested in leading and advancing an institution-wide POCT program as a natural extension of the clinical chemistry mission.
Eligible candidates for this position must have an MD (with AP/CP or CP board certification, Clinical Chemistry fellowship training preferred) or PhD (with board certification in Clinical Chemistry).
As a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School, BIDMC and the Department of Pathology, provide a clinically advanced and supportive academic environment for residents, fellows, and faculty. We are also proud and excited to be an integral part of the landmark collaboration among Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI), Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC), and Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians (HMFP) to establish New England's only freestanding adult inpatient cancer hospital. The collaboration will provide unparalleled opportunities for Pathology and other physician specialties to be part of DFCI's internationally recognized cancer team.
Leadership Responsibilities
  • Shared oversight of core clinical chemistry operations, including automated chemistry, immunoassays, toxicology, mass spectrometry, and related advanced diagnostics
  • Contribution to test development, validation, quality management, and diagnostic stewardship across the chemistry service line
  • Medical directorship of the Point of Care Testing program, including:
    • Oversight of POCT test selection, validation, and implementation
    • Regulatory and quality oversight in accordance with CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission, and institutional policies
    • Collaboration with nursing, clinical services, informatics, and operational partners to ensure reliable, safe, and compliant POCT delivery
  • Participation in departmental and institutional leadership related to laboratory quality, patient safety, and system integration

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a 743-bed hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center, is a founding member of Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH). BILH, a health care system with 14 hospitals, brings together academic medical centers and teaching hospitals, community, and specialty hospitals, and more than 4,000 physicians and 39,000 employees in a shared mission to expand access and advance the science and practice of medicine through groundbreaking research and education.
Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (HMFP) is one of the largest physician organizations in New England, dedicated to excellence and innovation in patient care, education, and research. As a physician-led organization, HMFP partners with more than 2,400 providers to support the delivery of exceptional care, promote professional development, and foster balance at work and home. HMFP physicians have faculty affiliations with Harvard Medical School (HMS) and provide care throughout the BILH system and additional hospitals across Massachusetts.
For further questions or confidential position inquiries, please contact Dr. Lynne Uhl, Vice Chair of Clinical Pathology at BIDMC: luhl@bidmc.harvard.edu
Please apply online at www.hmfphysicians.org/careers - Req. #R1593

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