An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Medical Scientist (Microbiology) to join the laboratory services at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital. This role plays a vital part in delivering a high-quality, efficient diagnostic microbiology service supporting consultants, clinicians, patients, and the wider community.
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Key Responsibilities
• Participate in the delivery of a comprehensive diagnostic microbiology service
• Ensure high standards of quality, accuracy, and turnaround times in laboratory testing
• Supervise, support, and mentor Medical Scientists and support staff
• Contribute to quality assurance, accreditation, and audit processes
• Ensure compliance with laboratory policies, procedures, and health & safety standards
• Collaborate closely with consultants, clinicians, and multidisciplinary teams
• Participate in service development and continuous improvement initiatives
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Eligible for registration as a Medical Scientist with CORU
• Relevant postgraduate experience in a diagnostic microbiology laboratory
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and laboratory accreditation standards
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working in an acute hospital laboratory setting is desirable
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Salary in line with HSE Senior Medical Scientist (Grade 3877) consolidated pay scales
• Permanent wholetime contract
• Access to public service pension scheme
• Annual leave entitlement in line with HSE terms and conditions
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
Location & Employer Information
Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital is a major acute hospital serving the North East region, providing a wide range of specialist and general healthcare services. The hospital operates within the HSE Dublin and North East health region, offering a professional, supportive, and progressive working environment.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official HSE recruitment system.
For informal enquiries, please contact:
Tony Stringer – [email protected]
Apply online via the official vacancy page
Last Day to Apply: 23 January 2026 at 12:00
