Medical Scientist

Servisource are working with a client in Galway who are looking to recruit Medical Scientist for their client.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform routine duties as required for the Laboratory.
• Assist in the organisation and the co-ordination of the Laboratory.
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of a quality management system in the Laboratory.
• Act as deputy for the Senior Scientist for the Laboratory when required.
• Participate in the Galway Clinic Laboratory late shift, weekends and on-call rota.
• Participate in the implementation of operational processes to the standards of Best Practice in order to optimise use of resources.
• Actively participate in and promote continuing education and research activities consistent with the values of the Clinic.
• Ensure that all samples are processed in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Observe the strictest confidence when dealing with all aspects of patient or Clinic information.
• Ensure that policy relating to the Laboratory record keeping is followed.
• Co-operate in evaluating assays, equipment, consumable items and research projects.
• Participate in facilitating the training of staff as appropriate.
• Actively participate in internal and external quality control and quality assurance.
• Participate as required in the provision of appropriate statistical and management information.
• Participate in ensuring that effective safety procedures are in place to comply not only with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act but also within the spirit of the Clinic's mission, vision and values. Also participate in ensuring that these safety procedures are known and followed.

Experience:

• Relevant Scientific Qualification (BSc in Biomedical or related Science) or currently in final year of study for a qualification approved by the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU
• Must be a member or be eligible for membership of the ACSLM
• Must be registered with CORU or in the process of applying for state registration
• Post Qualification Medical Scientist experience – 2 years ideally
• Professional approach to work
• Flexibility in work practice

if you are interested in this position please send your CV to