Job Title, Grade Code
Medical Scientist, Senior (Microbiology) / Eolaí Míochaine Sinsearach
(Grade Code 3877)
Remuneration
The salary scale for the post is: 01/08/2025
€67,334 €70,380 €73,086 €75,853 €78,702 €81,504 €83,106 €85,993 €88,901
New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies.
Campaign Reference
778MUH2025
ECC Reference
M3605
Closing Date
12 Noon Wednesday 24th September 2025
Proposed Interview Date (s)
Candidates will normally be given at least two weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances.
Taking up Appointment
A start date will be indicated at job offer stage.
Location of Post
Microbiology Department, Mayo University Hospital
There is currently one permanent vacancy available.
A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Medical Scientist, Senior Microbiology from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled.
Informal Enquiries
We welcome enquiries about the role.
Contact
Name & Title:
Conor Burke, Chief Medical Scientist, Microbiology
Tel:
Email:
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Additional Information
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Supporting you through the Recruitment Journey
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There is an eLearning programme to guide and support people in applying for roles in the HSE, from the initial application through to the interview itself.
The programme is available to existing HSE staff on HSeLanD by searching for 'Getting a Job in the HSE' and external candidates can access the modules on
Module 1 will help you recognise the main elements of HSE recruitment processes, feel confident in completing the application form in a way that puts you in the best position for getting a job, and avoid some of the common mistakes that people sometimes make in filling out an application form.
Module 2 is about the interview process, providing practical ways to prepare for an interview and help manage interview anxiety.
Finally, Module 3 gives you a chance to conduct an actual practice interview and evaluate it afterwards.