Senior Medical Scientist in Biochemistry/Immunology

8th January 2026
Location: Dublin Contract Type: Permanent Email: laura.ofarrell@materprivate.ie Closing Date: 23rd January 2026

Senior Medical Scientist in Biochemistry/Immunology

An opportunity has arisen in our Laboratory department for a permanent Senior Medical Scientist in Biochemistry/Immunology.

This is a part time role, 17.5 hours per week.

Purpose of the post

To be responsible for the provision of an efficient, effective, accredited laboratory service for the patients of the Mater Private Hospital.

 Professional qualifications, registration, essential skills & knowledge

Candidates must:

  • possess the Bachelor in Science (Applied Science) Honours degree (Biomedical option) & Masters degree from the University of Dublin/ Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street;

or

  • possess the Bachelor in Science Honours degree in Biomedical Science from the Joint University College Cork Cork Institute of Technology course;

or

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

or

  • possess the Certificate in Medical Laboratory Sciences of the Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street or the Cork Institute or Technology or the Galway/ Mayo Institute of Technology awarded prior to 1997;

or

  • possess a recognised qualification at least equivalent to (a) or (b) above

or

  • possess a recognised qualification at least equivalent to (c) awarded prior to 1994

or

  • possess a recognised qualification at least equivalent to (d) awarded prior to 1995

and

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

and

  • must be registered with CORU
  • the successful candidate should possess good interpersonal skills and awareness/ sensitivity towards patient needs.

and

  • the successful candidate must possess four years experience in a medical laboratory since qualifying as a Medical Scientist

and

  • the successful candidate must possess a NFQ Level 9 post graduate qualification

 

Job Descriptions available on request.

Applications must be received by 5:00 pm on Friday, 23rd January.

 

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