Senior Medical Scientist - Biochemistry (FTC)
$150,000–$200,000 year
On-siteSandyford, Leinster, Ireland
Job Summary
Manage day-to-day operations of the Biochemistry Laboratory, including routine and urgent sample processing, staff rostering, testing, and budgetary activities. Implement a patient-centred quality management programme covering performance monitoring, auditing, and client satisfaction while ensuring compliance with JCI, INAB, and ISO 15189 accreditation standards. Coordinate multiple testing requirements during busy periods, introduce and verify new laboratory tests, and optimise laboratory information systems through data analysis. Support staff development, manage health and safety incidents, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives within a leading Dublin hospital.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in Biochemistry
- Experience in protein electrophoresis
- 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
Desired Qualifications
- relevant post-qualification experience
- Experience in protein electrophoresis
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