Clinical Pathologist / Medical Director – Hybrid – Dublin, Ireland
Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a
Clinical Pathologist / Medical Director
to provide medical and scientific leadership within a high-complexity clinical laboratory based in Dublin.
This hybrid role involves overseeing laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, maintaining the highest levels of quality and patient safety, and providing clinical guidance to support global clinical testing programs.
The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in
Clinical Pathology, Clinical Chemistry, or Biochemistry
, and a passion for advancing laboratory excellence in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Medical Oversight & Clinical Leadership
* Provide medical and scientific oversight for laboratory testing and diagnostic activities.
* Interpret and validate laboratory results while ensuring accuracy and clinical relevance.
* Offer expert consultation on test selection, result interpretation, and clinical decision-making.
* Maintain the highest standards of patient safety and diagnostic integrity.
Regulatory Compliance & Accreditation
* Ensure adherence to all applicable regulatory and accreditation standards (e.g., CAP).
* Prepare for and lead laboratory inspections and audits.
* Maintain thorough documentation and quality systems in line with best practices.
Quality Management & Continuous Improvement
* Lead and enhance laboratory quality assurance and control programs.
* Monitor key performance indicators and implement data-driven improvements.
* Develop and oversee procedures to address deviations, adverse events, or near-miss incidents.
Operational & Strategic Leadership
* Collaborate with laboratory management on strategic planning, resource allocation, and budget oversight.
* Evaluate new testing technologies and instrumentation to improve service quality.
* Support organizational growth through clinical innovation and operational excellence.
Requirements
* Medical degree with
Board Certification in Pathology, Clinical Pathology, or related specialty
(e.g., Clinical Chemistry, Medical Microbiology).
* Additional certification in laboratory medicine or as a Clinical Laboratory Director preferred.
* Minimum 5 years' experience
in a high-complexity clinical laboratory, including at least 2 years in a medical or scientific leadership role.
* Proven understanding of
regulatory frameworks
and laboratory accreditation standards.
* Strong experience in
quality management, compliance, and patient safety programs.
* Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
* Must be available to work
onsite in Dublin three days per week.