Microbiology Medical Scientist (Part Time)

BD; Limerick; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A global medical technology leader in County Limerick is seeking a Microbiology Medical Scientist to ensure safe and efficient laboratory operations. The role involves preparing microbial cultures, maintaining lab equipment, and supporting safety protocols. Candidates must be registered medical scientists with relevant experience in hospital microbiology settings. Competitive salary ranges from €25,000 to €30,000 as per part-time hours, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Registered on the Medical Scientists Register.
• Eligible for membership of the Academy of Medical Laboratory Science.
• Experience in a Hospital Laboratory Microbiology Setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the operation of BD’s microbiology laboratory.
• Write and maintain laboratory procedures.
• Assist in training non-scientific staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork and interpersonal skills

Planning and organizing skills

Knowledge of quality laboratory service practices

Education

Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Laboratory Science (FAMLS)

Membership of the Academy of Medical Laboratory Science (MAMLS)

Registered on the Medical Scientists Register

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Microbiology Medical Scientist is a key contributor to BD’s microbiology lab operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency in a hands‑on, lab‑based role. Responsibilities include preparing microbial cultures and reagents, performing microbiological tests, maintaining equipment, managing inventory, and supporting non‑scientific staff with live organisms. The role demands strict adherence to GLP and biosafety protocols, routine safety checks, and meticulous record‑keeping. Collaboration with EHS, Facilities, and cross‑functional teams is essential to uphold health, safety, and quality standards across the laboratory environment.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Why join us?

A career at BD means learning and working alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth‑centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

Become a maker of possible with us!

Our vision for Diagnostics Solutions at BD

BD Diagnostic Solutions is a division of BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company), a global medical technology leader dedicated to advancing the world of health. The Diagnostic Solutions business focuses on enabling accurate, timely and efficient detection of infectious diseases, cancer and other health conditions. Through innovations in microbiology, molecular diagnostics and point‑of‑care devices and assays, BD Diagnostic Solutions supports customers around the world, whether in high‑throughput laboratories or community healthcare clinics, in hospitals or at home, in delivering better outcomes for patients.

About The Role

The Microbiology Medical Scientist will play a critical role in supporting the daily operations of BD’s microbiology laboratory, ensuring a safe, compliant, and efficient working environment. This hands‑on, lab‑based position involves maintaining laboratory safety standards, preparing microbial cultures and reagents, performing microbiological tests, and supporting non‑scientific staff in handling live organisms. The scientist is also responsible for operating and maintaining lab equipment, managing inventory and supplies, conducting routine safety checks, and maintaining detailed records to uphold GLP and biosafety protocols. Collaboration with EHS, Facilities, and cross‑functional teams is essential to ensure consistent adherence to health, safety, and quality standards.

Main Responsibilities Will Include

• Supporting the safe and efficient operation of BD’s microbiology laboratory and ensuring adherence to all requisite health, safety, and quality standards at all times during the operation of these laboratories.
• To write, maintain and enforce procedures relating to all areas of the microbiology laboratory and its related testing equipment.
• To assist in training a team of non‑scientific staff and facilitate arrangements to introduce professional visitors to the laboratory.
• To operate and maintain laboratory equipment and perform microbiological testing to aid the non‑scientific/ software associates.
• To support and contribute to effective execution of audit activities.
• To assist in identifying and implementing operational procedures up to “best practice” standard in order to optimise use of resources.
• To co‑operate with the relevant staff in developing and leading the introduction of new ideas and technologies.
• Maintain inventory logs, monitor and restock lab supplies.
• Ensure adherence to all codes of and guidelines relating to professional practice and including the maintenance of Quality Assurance standards.
• Conduct routine safety checks and walkthroughs to adhere to biosafety regulations.

Qualifications

About you

• Be registered on the Medical Scientists Register – Maintained by the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU.
• Possess the fellowship or be eligible for fellowship of the Academy of Medical Laboratory Science (FAMLS) or equivalent.
• Possess membership or be eligible for membership of the Academy of Medical Laboratory Science (MAMLS) or equivalent.

Experience

• Experience in a Hospital Laboratory Microbiology Setting.
• 2+ years of Satisfactory post‑qualification experience.
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner.
• Demonstrate effective team and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent planning and organising skills.
• Demonstrate up‑to‑date knowledge of best practice in delivering a quality laboratory service and awareness of the requirements of ISO 15189.
• Demonstrate up‑to‑date knowledge of antimicrobiology susceptibility testing and guidelines.
• Be familiar with laboratory information systems.

Role Compensation: €25,000 - 30,000 per annum as per Part‑Time Hours

Click on apply if this sounds like you!

At BD, we prioritize on‑site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem‑solving, which are essential in the fast‑paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in‑office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognising the importance of flexibility and work‑life balance. Remote or field‑based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally‑protected characteristics.

To learn more about BD visit: https://bd.com/careers

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Primary Work Location

IRL Limerick - Castletroy

Additional Locations

Work Shift

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well‑being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance‑based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed.

The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is determined by their experience, education, and skills, as well as the labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location.

Salary Range Information

€43,300.00 - €73,600.00 EUR Annual