Neonatology Consultant, Ireland

EURAXESS Ireland; Limerick; Hybrid; EUR 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

CME leave and research support

IMC registration guidance

Salary on national consultant scale

Job summary

The Neonatal Unit in Limerick invites applications for a Consultant Neonatologist. You will lead senior neonatal care for critically ill and premature newborns, supervise junior doctors, participate in the on‑call rota and contribute to governance, teaching and research with the University of Limerick.

Salary aligns with the national consultant pay scale, with 30 days annual leave, CME support and guidance for IMC Specialist Registration.

Qualifications

• UK CCT in Paediatrics and Neonatology is required or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior clinical leadership and consultant‑level neonatal care for premature and critically ill newborns.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Neonatal care

Teaching

Research

Governance

Education

UK CCT Paediatrics & Neonatology

EU Specialist qualification (EU Directive)

American Board in Neonatology

Canadian Fellowship

Australian or NZ Fellowship

Irish Medical Council Specialist Registration eligibility

Job description

Organisation/Company PhD-Jobs.NET Research Field Medical sciences » Medicine Researcher Profile Other Profession Positions Bachelor Positions Application Deadline 31 Dec 2026 - 13:00 (Europe/Brussels) Country Ukraine Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number M251 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

You will be based in the Neonatal Unit, a regional specialist service delivering expert care to critically ill and premature newborns, with 19 approved cots including intensive care capacity – the second largest neonatal unit in Ireland outside of Dublin.

As a Consultant Neonatologist, you will:

• Provide senior clinical leadership and consultant‑level neonatal care for premature and critically ill newborn infants.
• Participate fully in the neonatal rota and serve as a senior presence on the unit.
• Supervise, mentor and train non‑consultant hospital doctors (NCHDs), junior staff and the multidisciplinary neonatal team.
• Engage in clinical governance, audit, risk management and quality improvement activities.
• Collaborate with paediatric support services, obstetrics, midwifery and allied health professionals.
• Undertake teaching responsibilities for medical students and junior doctors in conjunction with the University of Limerick.
• Contribute to service development and research initiatives.

Your time will be structured approximately as:

• 10 hours per week neonatal ward rounds
• 12 hours per week neonatal unit cover
• 5 hours per week diagnostic/treatment activity
• 6 hours per week outpatient and high‑risk follow‑up clinic duties
• 2 hours per week consultation services
• 4 hours per week management, professional development and teaching
• Participation in the neonatology on‑call rota

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive public consultant salary scale under the Public Only Consultant Contract 2026 (with incremental progression based on experience)
• 30 days annual leave + 10 public holidays
• Dedicated Continuous Medical Education (CME) leave and support for professional development and research
• Full guidance through the Irish Medical Council Specialist Registration process
• Exact salary will be in line with the national consultant pay scale, reflective of experience and IMC recognition status.

Living and Working in Limerick:

• Limerick offers an excellent balance of professional and personal life for Consultant Neonatologists:
• A vibrant city with culture, sports, arts and great schooling
• Easy access to scenic west coast and countryside activities
• Strong community, social and lifestyle amenities
• Good transport links including easy access via Shannon Airport

Eligibility:

• Suitable applicants might hold:
• UK CCT in Paediatrics and Neonatology experience
• EU Specialist qualification recognised under EU Directive
• American Board certification in Neonatology or equivalent
• Canadian Fellowship
• Australian or New Zealand Fellowship
• Eligibility for Irish Medical Council Specialist Registration in Paediatrics with neonatology competence is required before or shortly after appointment.