Before you applyThis job opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.ReferenceG11398CategoryHealth and Social Care ProfessionalsGradeMedical Scientist - Senior 3877Advertisement sourceHSEAdvertisement TypeExternalImportant InformationThis job is in the HSE.Health regionHSE West and North WestCountyGalwayLocationThere is currently one permanent & whole-time Medical Scientist, Senior vacancy available in the Virology Department (including NPT in Virology), Galway University Hospitals.A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled.RecruiterHSE West and North West: Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon, Mayo, and GalwayContract typePermanent WholetimePost specific related informationDemonstrate depth and breadth of Clinical Diagnostic Virology experience as relevant to the roleCandidates must show evidence that they have worked in an ISO 15189 accredited Virology/Microbiology Laboratory.Demonstrate knowledge of NPT in Virology.Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience of being part of a team in achieving ISO 15189 accreditationClosing date08/01/2026 10:00:00Proposed interview dateInterviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one week's notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances.Informal enquiriesWe welcome enquiries about the role.Contact Ms. Joanne King - Chief Medical Scientist, Virology Department, UHGTel: Email: for further information about the role.Contact the GUH Recruitment Team – for enquiries relating to the recruitment process.External link