Medical Scientist - Histology in Dublin
- Salary
- €43,674–€69,159 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 25 Oct 2026
About the Role
Medical Scientist - Histology
Holles Street, Dublin, Ireland
Full time, Permanent
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.
Requirements
The successful candidate will have:
- A relevant qualification as stipulated by the Health Service Executive
- Supervised Clinical Placement in a Clinical Pathology Laboratory.
- Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Medical Scientists Register maintained by the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU. Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC).
- 3rd level qualification in which modules in Histopathology were studied.
Details
TENURE: This is a Permanent contract of employment.
REMUNERATION: Remuneration is in accordance with salary scales approved by the Department of Health / Health Service Executive. The salary scale for this post currently ranges from €43,674 to €69,159 per annum, the last point on this scale are Long Service Increments (which apply every 3 years respectively) of the Medical Scientist salary scale 01/01/2024. Assimilation onto the scale is based on relevant work experience and in accordance with circular 17/2013 for existing permanent employees. Payment is made on a monthly basis by credit transfer. HOURS: 35 hours per week, exclusive of unpaid rest breaks.
ANNUAL LEAVE: 28 working days per annum.
Closing date: 25 Oct 2026
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Frequently asked
- What are the requirements to apply for the Medical Scientist - Histology role?
- The successful candidate will have a relevant qualification as stipulated by the Health Service Executive, supervised clinical placement in a clinical pathology laboratory, be registered or eligible for registration on the Medical Scientists Register maintained by the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU, and a 3rd level qualification in which modules in Histopathology were studied.
- What is the salary range for this role?
- The salary scale for this post currently ranges from €43,674 to €69,159 per annum.
- What are the working hours for this role?
- The working hours are 35 hours per week, exclusive of unpaid rest breaks.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- The closing date for applications is 25 Oct 2026.
- Where is this role located?
- This role is located at Holles Street, Dublin, Ireland.