Staff Medical Scientist In Microbiology

Staff Grade Medical Scientist in Microbiology

Purpose of the Role:

The purpose of this post is to support the delivery of a quality laboratory service in compliance with the requirements of international standard ISO 15189 in the Microbiology laboratory.

The post holder is required to perform a broad range of scientific work in the laboratory under the supervision of senior colleagues. She/he will carry out routine analyses, participate in implementing new methods and will actively participate in the laboratory quality management system

Essential Criteria:

Candidates must, on the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the post, possess:

· Bachelor’s in science (Applied Science) Honours degree (Biomedical option) from the University of Dublin/ Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street

Or

· Bachelor’s in science Honours degree in Biomedical Science from t University College Cork – Cork Institute of Technology course

Or

· Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences of the Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street of the Cork Institute of Technology awarded prior to 1994

Or

· Possess 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)

Or

· A recognised qualification at least equivalent to the above and

be a member, or be eligible for membership, of the Academy of Clinical Science and Laboratory Medicine (ACSLM)

and

· Be CORU registered

How to Apply and Informal Enquiries:

* 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 CV’s and cover letter is Thursday 19th February 2026 at 11.45pm 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 Jennifer Cleary, Chief Medical Scientist, Microbiology , Jennifer.cleary@childrenshealthireland.ie

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist, Rachel.Sheridan@childrenshealthireland.ie

PLEASE NOTE:

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

So that the Onboarding team can confirm your start date, you will need to ensure that your mandatory training is completed at least 7 days prior to your commencement date.

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 2026.

• April 13th, 2026
• May 11th, 2026
• June 8th, 2026