Clinical Chemistry

Postdoctoral Training Program in Clinical Chemistry overview

Program length: Two years
Session dates: July 1 – June 30
Program structure: Series of hospital-based rotations as well as course work, tutorials and journal clubs
Evaluation methods: Direct observation and oral exams

Join the largest program of its kind in Canada and gain a comprehensive understanding of clinical chemistry and exposure to the related disciplines of hematology, microbiology and molecular biology. 

More than ever before, clinical chemists must be on the leading-edge of laboratory operation. In addition to acquiring understanding of the significance of laboratory tests in clinical chemistry, you will gain experience in the related disciplines of hematology, microbiology and molecular biology. 

Our Postdoctoral Training Program in Clinical Chemistry provides comprehensive professional training in the field of clinical chemistry and biochemistry.

Our preeminent two-year Postdoctoral Training Program is funded by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care. 

What is a Clinical Chemist? 

A clinical chemist uses chemistry to evaluate patient health and helps to manage patient outcomes.

Clinical chemists evaluate blood, examine tissue, study cells and DNA.

Some clinical chemists may develop diagnostic products and some may be research scientists.

While clinical chemists have traditionally worked in laboratories, they may also work in industry or academic environments. 

Watch our information session

Program Director Dr. Vathany Kulasingam and faculty Dr. Felix Leung give an overview of the Postdoctoral Training Program in Clinical Chemistry at the University of Toronto in this online event recorded in December 2024.

Meet one of our trainees!

Mary Kathryn Bohn recently started the program and spoke to us about why she applied.

Contact us

Postgraduate Office

Laboratory Medicine & Pathobiology
1 King's College Circle, Rm 6231
Toronto, ON M5S 1A8

Fax: 416-978-7361

Tara Asgharzadeh

Clinical and Professional Programs Assistant

Tara Asgharzadeh

Phone: 416-978-1004

Tara Asgharzadeh
416 978 1004

pathology.residency@utoronto.ca