Basic Grade Medical Scientist Biochemistry

St James's Hospital; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St James's Hospital in Dublin is seeking a Basic Grade Medical Scientist Biochemistry to provide a high-quality service in laboratory medicine and molecular pathology within the Biochemistry department.

The role requires CORU registration eligibility, annual registration with CORU via PSAC, and knowledge of ISO 15189. Strong clinical/research skills and commitment to quality are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible for registration on the CORU Medical Scientists Register.
• Provide proof of Statutory Registration before a contract of employment is issued.
• Maintain annual CORU registration with the HSE via the PSAC.
• Possess knowledge and ability for proper discharge of duties in the role.
• Possess knowledge of the Biochemistry clinical/scientific area.
• Possess knowledge of ISO 15189 quality management system.
• Demonstrate research and development skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide a quality service in laboratory medicine and molecular pathology to patients.
• Work within the Biochemistry department as part of LabMed Directorate.
• Engage in clinical audit, improvement and relevant research activities.

Job description

Role Title: Basic Grade Medical Scientist Biochemistry

Job Reference Number: 002752

Closing Date: Sunday, 1st November 2026

Purpose of the role

To provide a quality service in laboratory medicine and molecular pathology to patients in line with best standards of practice in the Biochemistry department.

Department / Directorate

LabMed Directorate: The Department of Laboratory Medicine encompasses a number of laboratory departments, including, Biochemistry, Haematology, Coagulation, Transfusion Medicine, Histopathology, Cytopathology, Immunology, Microbiology, IMRL, NMRSARL, GCRL, Cancer Molecular Diagnostics, Cryobiology Stem Cell Facility, and Phlebotomy. The laboratory provides a clinical diagnostic service to St James’ hospital, external hospitals throughout the country, and general practitioners, and is a Reference Laboratory for many specialties. In addition, the laboratory engages in clinical research and is actively involved in clinical audit and improvement.

Requirements

1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc.

Candidates for appointment must:

(i) Be registered or be eligible for registration, on the Medical Scientists Register maintained by the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU.

And

(ii) Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.

And

(iii) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Medical Scientists Register maintained by the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued.

2. Annual Registration

(i) On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Medical Scientists Register maintained by the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU.

And

(ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC).

3. Possess knowledge and competency of the clinical and scientific area in Biochemistry

4. Possess knowledge of the ISO 15189 quality management system

5. Possess research and development skills