Dr. Chris Cruickshank

Instructor

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Biography

Chris Cruickshank teaches clinical biochemistry units in the University of Western Australia's Master of Clinical Pathology program. He has a background as a Medical Scientist-Toxicologist at Clinipath Pathology, part of Sonic Healthcare Group. His role involves clinical interpretation, method development, quality assurance, management, and staff mentorship within the Toxicology laboratory. His laboratory specializes in immunoassay and liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) testing for therapeutic drug monitoring, urine drug analysis, and oral fluid drug analyses, adhering to various Australian standards. His research interests focus on pharmacology and drug dependence, particularly concerning methylamphetamine. Chris earned his Doctor of Philosophy degree in Pharmacology from the University of Western Australia, where he explored treatment methodologies for methamphetamine withdrawal.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

— Present

University of Western Australia • Perth

Teaches clinical biochemistry units in the Master of Clinical Pathology program.

Medical Scientist - Toxicologist

— Present

Clinipath Pathology • Perth

Involves clinical interpretation, method development, quality assurance, management, and staff mentorship in the Toxicology laboratory.

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
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  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.