Basic Grade Medical Scientist - Biochemistry (FTC)

recruitNet; Sandyford; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

recruitNet is sourcing a Basic Grade Medical Scientist – Biochemistry (FTC) for a leading hospital in Dublin. The role focuses on a broad range of biochemical diagnostics, ensuring accuracy and patient‑centred care in a fast-paced environment within the Biochemistry department.

The ideal candidate will have AM LS membership or CORU registration, at least one year of multi‑discipline lab training, and experience in biochemistry, with on‑call duties and strong teamwork skills to support quality

Qualifications

• AMLS membership or equivalent
• CORU registration
• Minimum of one year of in-service training across multiple laboratory disciplines
• Essential experience in Biochemistry
• Post-qualification experience desirable
• Participation in emergency on-call rotas
• Ability to collaborate with laboratory management and hospital departments
• Strong communication and professional approach
• Adaptability to evolving healthcare environment
• Understanding of modern laboratory service requirements
• Familiarity with accreditation standards and quality control

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and enforce laboratory procedures to ensure testing processes and equipment meet best-practice standards.
• Support implementation of operational procedures and a patient-centred quality management system with audits.
• Perform diagnostic tests in line with JCI and INAB accreditation standards and manage workloads.
• Participate in on-call duties when required and manage stock processes.
• Record and report incidents, equipment defects and complaints with investigations.
• Engage in ongoing CPD and staff training.
• Promote clear, respectful communication within the lab and hospital teams.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures and contribute to safety protocols.
• Assist with laboratory information systems, data collection, reporting and reviews.

Skills

Biochemistry experience

On-call experience

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Basic Grade Medical Scientist - Biochemistry (FTC)

Full time | recruitNet | Ireland

Posted On 14/08/2026

Job Information

Hospital

City Sandyford

State/Province Dublin

Dublin

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Basic Grade Medical Scientist – Biochemistry (FTC) for a leading hospital in Dublin. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing a wide range of diagnostic laboratory tests within the Biochemistry department, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and the highest standards of patient care.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing, maintaining, and enforcing laboratory procedures, ensuring testing processes and equipment meet best-practice standards.

Support the implementation of operational procedures and a patient-centred quality management system, including performance measurement and audit activities.

Perform diagnostic tests in accordance with JCI and INAB accreditation standards, prioritising workloads and managing multiple concurrent tasks effectively.

Participate in on-call duties when required, manage laboratory stock processes, and contribute to evaluating new equipment, consumables, and technologies.

Record and report incidents, equipment defects, and complaints, ensuring appropriate investigation and communication with laboratory management.

Engage in continuous professional development through self-directed learning, formal training, and on-the-job education.

Contribute to staff training, maintain a high level of professionalism, and promote clear, respectful communication within the laboratory and with hospital teams.

Support and adhere to health and safety procedures, participating in the development and implementation of accident prevention and management protocols.

Participate in quality assurance programmes, ensuring compliance with all professional codes, guidelines, and internal/external quality control standards.

Assist with laboratory information systems, supporting data collection, reporting, and departmental reviews, while demonstrating flexibility to meet service needs.

Requirements

• Hold, or be eligible for, membership with the Academy of Medical Laboratory Science (AMLS) or an equivalent professional body.
• Registered with CORU.
• Minimum of one year of in-service training across multiple laboratory disciplines.
• Essential experience in Biochemistry.
• Post-qualification experience is desirable.
• Previous participation in emergency on-call rotas.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with laboratory management and hospital departments to ensure a high-quality laboratory service.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a professional and dedicated approach.
• Demonstrated adaptability to the evolving demands of the healthcare environment.
• Understanding of the requirements for delivering a modern laboratory service.
• Awareness of current methodologies and technologies used in laboratory science.
• Familiarity with accreditation standards and objectives.
• Knowledge of legislation relevant to providing a quality laboratory service.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.