The new state-of-the-art laboratory in Connolly Hospital is located on the top floor of the RCSI medical school building. Extending to 1300 square meters, it is designed to optimize workflow and technical innovation, while also being designed to be ascetically pleasing and to provide a comfortable working environment. The modern design of the building allows maximum use of natural light and ventilation.

Comprising Biochemistry, Haematology, Blood Transfusion, Microbiology and Histopathology, it currently employs over 100 staff. The lab houses state of the art lab equipment throughout.

The lab is active in scientific and medical education. As well as hosting undergraduate students for their in-service year and final year projects, the lab actively encourages and part sponsors post-graduate education for existing staff in both Biomedical science and also in management and leadership.

The laboratory has a robust quality management system and is ISO15189 accredited.

It will shortly be one of the first hospitals to introduce the national MedLIS computer system, which will allow for fully electronic requesting and reporting of results.

In co-operation with the Chief Medical Scientist, medical staff and other co-workers, the post holder will participate in the delivery of a quality laboratory service that supports the clinical needs of Connolly Hospital’s patients and is consistent with the mission, vision, values and strategic plan of the organisation.

There is currently 1 permanent, part-time (0.5 WTE) vacancy available in the Haematology and Blood Transfusion Department in Connolly Hospital.

A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Medical Scientist, Haematology and Blood Transfusion Connolly Hospital from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled.

The salary scale for the post is: (01/06/2026)

€45,279 €46,959 €49,621 €50,887 €52,102 €55,049 €57,028 €59,053 €61,121 €63,201 €65,284 €67,386 €69,502 €71,640 €73,721 €75,148 LSI

Informal Enquiries: 

Mr Padraig Kiernan, Chief Medical Scientist in Blood Transfusion Haematology

Phone 00353-1-6465302 or e-mail padraig.kiernan@hse.ie

Ms Joanne Atkinson, Chief Medical Scientist in Haematology

Phone 00353-1-6465305 or e-mail joanne.atkinson@hse.ie

Recruitment Queries:

For any queries relating to the recruitment process, please email hr.connolly@hse.ie

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

Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition have the following:

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

Or

• Applicants who satisfy the conditions set out in Section 91 of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005, (see note 1 below*), must submit proof of application for registration with the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU. The acceptable proof is correspondence from the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU confirming their application for registration as a Section 91 applicant was received by the 30th March 2021.

And

• Candidates must 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

(iv)        Candidates must 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.

Or

For a section 91 candidate you must submit proof of application for registration see criterion 1a (ii).

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. Health

A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

4. Character

Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character

Post specific requirements

Demonstrate depth and breadth of Haematology and/or Blood Transfusion laboratory experience

Relevant Documentation:

CHB Medical Scientist Haem BT Job Spec

CHB Additional Campaign Information Booklet

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