Consultant Microbiologist in Dublin
- Salary
- Not stated
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 23 Oct 2026
About the Role
The National Maternity Hospital on Dublin’s Holles Street was established in 1894 and celebrated its centenary in 1994. Employing approximately 820 people, it is the largest maternity hospital in the State as measured by annual deliveries and also one of Europe’s largest maternity hospitals. The hospital mainly provides obstetric, gynaecology and neonatal services. The original focus of the service was the poor people of the districts surrounding Holles Street, Dublin however continuous change and growth from humble beginnings means that today, one in every twelve Irish citizens began life behind it's walls.
The National Maternity Hospital delivers over 9,000 babies a year. The hospital is recognised as a national referral centre for complicated pregnancies, premature babies and sick infants. Our gynaecology unit also treats over 9,000 patients annually.
The National Maternity Hospital has built up a reputation for undergraduate and postgraduate training and holds international courses on the Active Management of Labour each year. The hospital also trains midwives and runs an annual Higher Diploma course in Neonatal Studies in conjunction with the two other Dublin maternity hospitals and the College of Surgeons.
The National Maternity Hospital is part of the Ireland East Hospital Group (IEHG). Comprising 11 hospitals, IEHG is Ireland’s largest hospital group, with University College Dublin (UCD) as its academic partner.
We are seeking applications from suitably qualified individuals for the above post which is offered on a permanent basis.
NMH – 27 hours
Royal Victoria, Eye and Ear Hospital – 10 hours
Requirements
Applicants must be registered in the Specialist Division of the Register of Medical Practitioners maintained by the Medical Council in Ireland in the specialty of microbiology.
Details
Location: Dublin
Sector: public sector
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Closing date: 23 Oct 2026 4:00 PM
Informal enquiries may be made to Dr Susan Knowles, Consultant Microbiologist, National Maternity Hospital.
How to Apply
Applications must include an up to date CV along with a cover letter outlining your suitability for the post with at least three referees.
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Frequently asked
- What are the duties of a Consultant Microbiologist at The National Maternity Hospital?
- The National Maternity Hospital mainly provides obstetric, gynaecology and neonatal services. The hospital is recognised as a national referral centre for complicated pregnancies, premature babies and sick infants. The hospital also trains midwives and runs an annual Higher Diploma course in Neonatal Studies in conjunction with the two other Dublin maternity hospitals and the College of Surgeons.
- What are the requirements to apply for this role?
- Applicants must be registered in the Specialist Division of the Register of Medical Practitioners maintained by the Medical Council in Ireland in the specialty of microbiology.
- How do I apply for this position?
- Applications must include an up to date CV along with a cover letter outlining your suitability for the post with at least three referees.