Medical Scientist, Blood Transfusion in Dublin
- Salary
- €45,279–€75,148 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 25 Nov 2026
About the Role
Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) is leading the clinical and operational transformation of acute paediatric healthcare, operating hospitals at Crumlin, Temple Street, Tallaght, and an Urgent Care Centre at Connolly Hospital in Blanchardstown.
The purpose of this role is to provide a safe, efficient, quality Blood Transfusion service in conjunction with the Chief Medical Scientist, meeting the needs of service users and complying with the international standard ISO 15189.
Details
- Location: Dublin
- Sector: Public sector
- Contract type: Permanent, Full-time
- Salary: €45,279–€75,148 per year
- Closing date for applications: 25 November 2026 at 11:45 PM
- Commencement dates for 2027: Monthly, starting 4 January 2027
Requirements
Candidates must, on the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the post, possess one of the following qualifications:
- a) Bachelor in Science (Applied Science) Honours degree (Biomedical option) from the Technological University of Dublin / Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street;
- b) Bachelor in Science Honours degree in Biomedical Science from the Joint University College Cork - Cork Institute of Technology course;
- c) Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences of the Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street or the Cork Institute of Technology awarded prior to 1994;
- d) 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);
- e) Bachelor in Science degree with Honours for Biomedical science (recognised as a Health & Care Professions Council, UK (HCPC) approved); or
- f) A recognised qualification at least equivalent to (a)–(e) above.
Additionally, candidates must:
- Be registered with CORU or be eligible for registration; or
- Be currently registered with HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted via the CHI.jobs portal by clicking ‘Apply for Job’. A cover letter must accompany your CV; applications without a cover letter will not be accepted.
For informal enquiries about the role, contact: [email protected]
For other recruitment process queries, contact: [email protected]
Note: Applications will not be accepted via direct email or any other method.
Documents & Campaign Information
Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for this Medical Scientist role?
- Candidates must possess a Bachelor in Science (Applied Science) Honours degree (Biomedical option) from the Technological University of Dublin / Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street; or a Bachelor in Science Honours degree in Biomedical Science from the Joint University College Cork - Cork Institute of Technology; or a Diploma/Certificate in Medical Laboratory Sciences from the Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street, Cork Institute of Technology, or Galway/Mayo Institute of Technology (depending on award date); or a Bachelor in Science degree with Honours for Biomedical Science recognised by the HCPC (UK); or an equivalent qualification. They must also be registered with CORU or eligible for registration, or currently registered with HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letters is Wednesday, 25 November 2026 at 11:45 PM.
- How do I apply for this position?
- Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’. A cover letter must be submitted alongside your CV; applications without a cover letter will not be accepted. Applications will not be accepted via direct email or any other method.
- Who should I contact for informal enquiries about the role?
- For informal enquiries about the specialty or department, contact Martina Williams at [email protected].
- What are the possible start dates for this role?
- Commencement dates for 2027 are monthly, starting on 4 January 2027, with subsequent dates on 8 February, 8 March, 5 April, 10 May, 14 June, 5 July, 9 August, 6 September, 4 October, 1 November, and 6 December.