Medical Scientist / Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology

Job title:

Medical Scientist / Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology

Company

Eurofins

Job description

Company DescriptionEurofins Biomnis is the leading independent provider of medical laboratory testing services in Ireland.We are a medically led and ISO 15189 accredited organisation dedicated to delivering accurate and reliable medical laboratory results to help health care professionals diagnose, treat and prevent disease.We are part of the Eurofins Scientific GroupAs an employer, we’re keen to look after our people with as much dedication as they look after our clients and their colleagues. We are a diverse company with 31 nationalities, encouraging inclusiveness and instilling a sense of belonging to all our colleagues. In the spirit of supporting and improving the health and well-being of our employees, building resilience, confidence and compassion through education and activities, our “Wellbeing Committee” was founded. “The Wellbeing Committee” plans activities, promotes participation, represents employees from all organizational levels, and creates and maintains open lines of communication between wellness committees and employees.We now require a:Medical Scientist/Biomedical Scientist MicrobiologyWe are currently seeking to recruit a Medical Scientist/Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology to join our Microbiology Department in Eurofins Biomnis in Sandyford, Dublin 18. An ambitious professional looking to grow their career with us.Training and development support will be given to you to help your progression within the organisation.To work as a Medical Scientist in Ireland, full CORU registration is required. CORU is the regulation body for Health and Social Care Professionals in Ireland.Any offer of employment is therefore limited by this obligation.However, if you are a new graduate of a CORU recognised BSc in Medical Science, and following successful interview/recruitment process, we can offer you a Clinical Scientist role. Upon confirmation of your registration with CORU, and you are listed on the CORU Register as Medical Scientist, you will be appointed as a Medical Scientist.We offer very competitive salaries, flexible working hours, excellent training, 27 days annual leave and exceptional career prospects. You will receive a very attractive salary and overall benefits package which includes: Higher Education Policy, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Life Assurance, Income Protection, Pension Scheme, Eurofins Employee Referral Programme, Bike to Work and you will be part of the company’s Annual Bonus Scheme.We’re a growing and ambitious company, so there is huge potential here to develop with us and enjoy fantastic rewards in your career.Job DescriptionRegistered Medical Scientist/Biomedical Scientist role – working within the team environment to ensure the accurate & timely reporting of patient results. Working with the Senior medical scientist & Chief medical scientist to improve laboratory services and participate in EQA/IQA, EQC/IQC.Specific Tasks

• Use of Laboratory Information Management Systems in place in the laboratory.

• Be aware and be compliant with of all the documentation related to your Department (Training record, SOP’s, Forms).
• Assist in the completion of the department’s daily tasks, including work files, to a high standard to ensure patient results are delivered in a timely manner.
• Analyse specimens in a timely manner.
• Authorize results, ensuring result accuracy at all times.
• Evaluate results and communicate with your Senior or Chief Medical Scientist within the Microbiology Laboratory, Laboratory Services Manager, Consultant Microbiologist and/or the requesting clinician any relevant information regarding patient safety.
• Assist with the validations of new or amended methods/ kits/ equipment when required.
• Participation in EQA/IQA, EQC/ IQC.
• Contribute to the monitoring, recording and investigations for non-conformances and audits.
• Contribute to the monitoring and recording of complaints and investigations of clinical complaints, taking corrective action as appropriate.
• Reagent preparation.
• Participate in the management of reagent and consumable stock levels.
• Sample preparation and analysis in accordance with SOP’s.
• QC result data entry.
• Maintenance of instrumentation.
• Advise of any equipment failures or problems encountered in the course of carrying out his/her duties.
• Clean/disinfect working areas daily.
• Demonstrate Good Laboratory Practice.

Working Hours: 35 hours p/wQualificationsEducation

• Bachelors Degree in Biomedical Science

Experience

• Relevant experience in a medical laboratory (microbiology) preferable but not essential

Any required licences / certifications or membershipMedical Scientist – CORU registeredorBiomedical Scientist – HCPC registeredSkills & Abilities

• A diligent, strong work ethic with the ability to work independently, with thorough attention to detail and accuracy, and not afraid to ask for assistance from experienced colleagues to ensure an outstanding laboratory service
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills
• A proven team player, willing to give support and receive it from peers

Additional InformationWe are part of the Eurofins Scientific Group, a global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical, forensics, clinical diagnostic, cosmetic product testing and in agroscience. The Group operates more than 900 laboratories in over 50 countries and employs 55,000 staff conducting 450 million tests every year.Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 47,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 yearsYour data:As part of any recruitment process, the company collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The company is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.Eurofins Biomnis is an equal opportunities employer

Expected salary

Location

Dublin

Job date

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 22:33:35 GMT

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