Posted 15 June, 2026
Senior Medical Scientist - Microbiology
Childrens Health Ireland
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 920143813
Senior Medical Scientist - Microbiology
Purpose of the Role:
The purpose of this post is to
• Assist in implementing a clinical laboratory service that supports the clinical needs of the patients
• Support the implementation of a 'quality management' programme which is patient centred and which measures and audits performance and client satisfaction
• Assist in training and leading a team of skilled staff, creating and promoting healthy working relationships
• Identify and implement operational processes to the standard of best practice in order to optimise use of resources
Essential Criteria:
• Bachelor in Science (Applied Science) Honours degree (Biomedical option) from the Technological University of Dublin, Grangegorman (A)
or
• Bachelor in Science Honours degree in Biomedical Science from the Joint University College Cork - Cork Institute of Technology course (B)
or
• Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences of the Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street or the Cork Institute of Technology awarded prior to 1994 (C)
or
• Possess Certificate in Medical Laboratory Sciences of the Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street or Cork Institute of Technology or the Galway/ Mayo Institute of Technology (awarded prior to 1997) (C)
or
• A recognised qualification at least equivalent to (A) (B) or (C) above;
and
• A postgraduate degree in the field of Medical Laboratory Science
or
• Have attained the fellowship examination of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences
and
• Be registered with CORU by 31st March 2021
and
• Applicants who qualified outside Ireland mustprovide evidence from CORU Medical Scientist Registration Board that their qualifications have been approved for Medical Scientist and meet criteria for recognition including CORU Application Reference number.
How to Apply and Informal Enquiries:
* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV's will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.
The closing date for submissions of CV's and cover letter is Sunday 28th June 2026 at 11.45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking 'Apply for Job'.
Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.
For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Sharon O'Beirne, Operational Chief Medical Scientist, Microbiology Laboratory, Crumlin sharon.o'[email protected]
For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE:
CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.
So that the Onboarding team can confirm your start date, you will need to ensure that your mandatory training is completed at least 7 days prior to your commencement date.
It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.
Below, you'll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 for your information.
• 10thAugust
• 7thSeptember
• 5thOctober
• 2ndNovember
• 7th December
Purpose of the Role:
The purpose of this post is to
• Assist in implementing a clinical laboratory service that supports the clinical needs of the patients
• Support the implementation of a 'quality management' programme which is patient centred and which measures and audits performance and client satisfaction
• Assist in training and leading a team of skilled staff, creating and promoting healthy working relationships
• Identify and implement operational processes to the standard of best practice in order to optimise use of resources
Essential Criteria:
• Bachelor in Science (Applied Science) Honours degree (Biomedical option) from the Technological University of Dublin, Grangegorman (A)
or
• Bachelor in Science Honours degree in Biomedical Science from the Joint University College Cork - Cork Institute of Technology course (B)
or
• Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences of the Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street or the Cork Institute of Technology awarded prior to 1994 (C)
or
• Possess Certificate in Medical Laboratory Sciences of the Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street or Cork Institute of Technology or the Galway/ Mayo Institute of Technology (awarded prior to 1997) (C)
or
• A recognised qualification at least equivalent to (A) (B) or (C) above;
and
• A postgraduate degree in the field of Medical Laboratory Science
or
• Have attained the fellowship examination of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences
and
• Be registered with CORU by 31st March 2021
and
• Applicants who qualified outside Ireland mustprovide evidence from CORU Medical Scientist Registration Board that their qualifications have been approved for Medical Scientist and meet criteria for recognition including CORU Application Reference number.
How to Apply and Informal Enquiries:
* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV's will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.
The closing date for submissions of CV's and cover letter is Sunday 28th June 2026 at 11.45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking 'Apply for Job'.
Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.
For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Sharon O'Beirne, Operational Chief Medical Scientist, Microbiology Laboratory, Crumlin sharon.o'[email protected]
For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE:
CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.
So that the Onboarding team can confirm your start date, you will need to ensure that your mandatory training is completed at least 7 days prior to your commencement date.
It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.
Below, you'll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 for your information.
• 10thAugust
• 7thSeptember
• 5thOctober
• 2ndNovember
• 7th December
