Genomic Resource Associate

Genomic Resource Associate

Purpose of the role

The Genomic Resource Associate is a recently established role working as a member of the multidisciplinary team within the Clinical Genetics work stream.

The role will support improved patient access, and the delivery of efficient and integrated care for the patient throughout the patient’s genetics assessment. The role includes direct patient contact, collaboration with genetics clinical staff, coordination with external clinical services and laboratories, and oversight of critical documentation and data systems related to the patient journey. The role encompasses data management and maintaining activity data for KPI monitoring/audit purposes. In addition, the role involves responsibility for coordination of information to facilitate cases discussed at genetics MDT meetings.

Essential Criteria

• Have satisfactory experience as a Clerical Officer in the HSE, TUSLA, other statutory health agencies, or a body which provides services on behalf of the HSE under Section 38 of the Health Act 2004

Or

• Have obtained a pass (Grade D) in at least five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Leaving Certificate Examination, including Mathematics and English or Irish1. Candidates should have obtained at least Grade C on higher level papers in three subjects in that examination.

Or

• Have completed a relevant examination at a comparable standard in any equivalent examination in another jurisdiction

Or

• Hold a comparable and relevant 3rd level qualification or at least level 6 in Healthcare Management on the National Qualifications Framework maintained by Qualifications and Quality Ireland, (QQI).

Note1:

Candidates must achieve a pass in Ordinary or Higher level papers. A pass in a foundation level paper is not acceptable.

Candidates must have achieved these grades on the Leaving Certificate Established programme or the Leaving Certificate Vocational programme.

The Leaving Certification Applied Programme does not fulfil the eligibility criteria.

And

• Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability, for the proper discharge of the office.
• Experience of working in a clinical environment involving patient contact, as relevant to the role.
• Working knowledge of hospital/healthcare IT systems
• Data management experience
• Working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication skills

How to apply and informal enquiries

Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above are met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is 12 October 2026 by 5pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Claire Giffney, Lead Genetic Counsellor or Lisa Malone, Administrative Team Manager at clinical.genetics@childrenshealthireland.ie

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist – Taurai Machuwe at Taurai.machuwe@childrenshealthireland.ie

PLEASE NOTE:

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for your information.

• 7th December 2026
• 4th January 2027
• 8th February 2027