University Hospital Limerick is currently recruiting for a permanent wholetime Chief Medical Scientist specializing in Histology. This is a senior leadership role within the Laboratory Services of the HSE Mid West region, offering an opportunity to manage high-level diagnostic services.
Salary: €81,560 – €117,193 (As per August 2025 Consolidated Pay Scales).
Role Overview
The successful candidate will lead the Histology department, ensuring the delivery of high-quality histopathological diagnostic services. You will be responsible for both technical excellence and the administrative management of the laboratory team.
Candidate Requirements
- Extensive experience in Histopathological techniques, including microtomy and gross histology.
- Proficiency in tinctorial and Immunocytochemical methods.
- Demonstrated high standard of administrative and managerial ability.
- Eligibility for registration with CORU as a Medical Scientist.
- Leadership skills to manage a multi-disciplinary laboratory team.
Recruitment Details
- Reference: HSEMW00226.
- Contract: Permanent Wholetime.
- Closing Date: 12:00 PM, 19 January 2026.
- Location: University Hospital Limerick, HSE Mid West.
Informal Enquiries
Enquiries regarding the laboratory and role can be directed to Ms. Marie Carr, Laboratory Manager, at marie.carr@hse.ie or 061-482244. For general diagnostic service enquiries, contact Ms. Maria Quirke at maria.quirke@hse.ie or 061-585822. Questions regarding the recruitment process should be sent to UHLRecruitment@hse.ie.
Closing Date: 12:00 PM, 19 January 2026.
