Senior Medical Scientist, Haematology / Blood Transfusion, P/w

Senior Medical Scientist - Haematology /Blood Transfusion - (1 year Maternity Cover) 35 hours p/w (immediate start)

The Haematology/Blood Transfusion Department, which is accredited to ISO 15189, processes more than 45,500 tests annually, providing services to NOHC and an external Private Hospital.

The Department is well equipped with technology/instrumentation; Winpath LIS, Q-Pulse, ACL Top, Sysmex, IH500 and Bloodtrack.

The NOHC Laboratory operates a multi-disciplinary on-call service and multi-disciplinary extended working day.

The National Orthopaedic Hospital Cappagh (NOHC) has 34 Orthopaedic Surgeons and is Ireland’s largest dedicated Orthopaedic centre, the national referral centre for post-prosthetic joint infections, Ireland’s primary referral centre for bone and soft tissue tumours, and the dedicated surgical centre for the National Sarcoma Service. NOHC also provides orthopaedic oncology, rehabilitation, rheumatology and paediatric services, and sports and exercise medicine. Home to the National Bone Bank, the Hospital is affiliated with RCSI, UCD and DCU as a teaching establishment. Moreover, we undertake exciting research in collaboration with academic partners, peers, scientists, engineers and industry.

Applicants should:

· The ideal candidate must be a dynamic Medical Scientist with an in-depth knowledge of and experience in Haematology/Blood Transfusion. Have a minimum of 4 years’ experience in a Haematology/Blood Transfusion laboratory since qualifying as a Medical Scientist.

· Experience in Haemovigilance would be advantageous.

· Hold qualifications for the post as stipulated by the Health Service Executive.

· Supply evidence of Registration with CORU with the application.

For details on the particulars of qualifications and experience and a job description, please contact Aoife Sunderland Aoife.Sunderland@nohc.ie

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Informal enquiries are welcome to Ms Marese Mullins (Laboratory Manager),on 01 8140386 or email marese.mullins@nohc.ie

Interested candidates should apply via Rezoomo with a copy of their Curriculum Vitae and a cover letter.

Closing Date for receipt of Applications is 12 pm on Friday 10TH July 2026.

-Shortlisting will take place and only those shortlisted will be contacted.

-Your application must be your own work and reflect your own experiences, competencies and skills. Do not use AI to complete the application form

-Pay and conditions as per Department of Health guidelines.

-The National Orthopaedic Hospital Cappagh is an equal opportunities employer.

- Data Protection: Please refer tohttps://nohc.ie/privacy-policy/to learn more about how we handle your personal data and the rights that you have during the recruitment cycle.

The National Orthopaedic Hospital Cappagh is an equal opportunities employer.