Senior Medical Scientist - Biochemistry (FTC)

recruitNet; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Private Health Insurance

Starting Bonus / Relocation

Generous Salaries

Employer Pension Contributions

Educational Support

Excellent Career Opportunities

Income Protection

Job summary

RecruitNet International Ltd, Dublin, is seeking a Senior Grade Medical Scientist – Biochemistry (FTC) to lead the Biochemistry Laboratory in a leading hospital. You will perform a wide range of diagnostic tests, ensure accuracy, and uphold patient care standards.

The role requires at least 3 years in Biochemistry, LIS familiarity, and strong collaboration with hospital departments. You will manage operations, support quality initiatives, and contribute to equipment evaluation and staff

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Biochemistry, with relevant post-qualification experience desirable.
• Experience with protein electrophoresis is desirable.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with laboratory management and other hospital departments.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a positive approach to work.
• Familiarity with LIS and modern laboratory services and methods.
• Knowledge of legislation, health and safety requirements, quality standards, and accreditation criteria.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Biochemistry Laboratory, including routine and urgent sample processing, staff rostering, testing, and budgets.
• Support implementation of procedures and best practices for efficient use of resources.
• Implement and maintain a patient-centered quality management programme with monitoring and audits.
• Ensure compliance with JCI, INAB, and ISO 15189 accreditation standards and internal/external QC.
• Prioritize and coordinate testing during busy periods while maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
• Participate in evaluation of new tests, equipment, and research projects.
• Support staff management and development through training and team activities.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and incident management.
• Contribute to development of laboratory information systems and data analysis/reporting.
• Participate in performance reviews and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Biochemistry

Laboratory management

Communication

Teamwork

Quality standards

LIS knowledge

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Job description

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in healthcare recruitment for both domestic and overseas candidates, supporting hospitals, nursing homes, home care, and community care services. We are dedicated to matching skilled professionals with top healthcare organisations across Ireland.

We are currently seeking a Senior 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

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Biochemistry Laboratory, including routine and urgent sample processing, staff rostering, testing, and budgetary activities.
• Support the implementation of operational procedures and best-practice standards to ensure effective and efficient use of laboratory resources.
• Implement and maintain a patient-centred quality management programme, including performance monitoring, auditing, and client satisfaction activities.
• Ensure compliance with JCI, INAB, and ISO 15189 accreditation standards , including internal and external quality control and continuous laboratory improvement.
• Prioritise and coordinate multiple testing requirements during busy periods while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and timely service delivery.
• Participate in the introduction, verification, optimisation, and repatriation of laboratory tests, as well as the evaluation of new equipment, technologies, consumables, and research projects.
• Support staff management and development through effective communication, training, professional development, and participation in team activities.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and hospital policies, including the prevention, reporting, and management of laboratory accidents, incidents, complaints, and defects.
• Contribute to the development and optimisation of laboratory information systems, including the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data relating to projects, staffing, activity, and expenditure.
• Participate in performance reviews, quality improvement initiatives, professional development, and other duties as required, demonstrating flexibility to meet the changing needs of the laboratory service.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Biochemistry , with relevant post-qualification experience desirable.
• Experience in protein electrophoresis is desirable.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with laboratory management and other hospital departments to ensure the delivery of a high-quality laboratory service.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, teamwork, and professional skills , with a dedicated and positive approach to work.
• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and a good understanding of modern laboratory services and scientific methods.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, health and safety requirements, quality standards, and laboratory accreditation criteria .
• Ability to adapt to changes within the healthcare environment, work collaboratively as part of a team, and understand the relationship between laboratory services and other hospital departments.

Benefits

• Fully Funded Private Health InsuranceStarting Bonus / RelocationGenerous SalariesEmployer Pension ContributionsEducational SupportExcellent Career OpportunitiesIncome Protection