Post Title: | Medical Scientist NHISSOT |
Post Status: | Permanent |
Department | NHISSOT, Transplantation Immunology |
Location: | Beaumont Hospital & Affiliated Sites |
Reports to: | Chief Medical Scientist |
Salary: | Appointment will be made on the Medical Scientist Scale (€42,392 - €69,454, LSI €70,800) at a point in line with Government pay policy |
Hours of work: | Full Time |
Closing Date: | 11th October 2024 @ 12.00 noon |
Please note the hospital reserves the right to close the competition early should a substantial number of applications be received.
Candidates graduating in 2024 are eligible to apply.
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Summary:
The National Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Service for Solid Organ Transplantation (NHISSOT) provides a national transplant immunology service for solid organ transplantation, including HLA typing and crossmatching of both donors and recipients, HLA antibody screening for post-transplant monitoring and HLA typing for disease association. NHISSOT or H&I (Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics) is an accredited laboratory awarded by The European Federation for Immunogenetics (EFI). EFI is a European organisation that focuses on immunogenetics, tissue typing and transplantation. The NHISSOT provides H&I support for:
· The National Kidney Transplant Services at Beaumont Hospital
· The National Heart/ Lung Transplant Services at the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital
· The National Liver /Pancreas Transplant Services at St Vincent’ s University Hospital
· Organ Donation Transplant Ireland
Benefits of working at NHISSOT:
Opportunity to make a positive impact: The work carried out at the NHISSOT Laboratory is crucial in improving the lives of those in need of organ transplants. Working in this field provides an opportunity to contribute to life-saving transplant programs as well as continual improvement in clinical science and contributing to collaborative medical research.
Professional development opportunities: ongoing training and development is strongly encouraged and employees at the NHISSOT have access to opportunities to enhance their skills and advance their careers.
Collaborative work environment: The NHISSOT Laboratory is a collaborative environment that brings together experts from multiple disciplines, providing opportunities to work with and learn from others in the field.
Flexibility: Depending on the role, the NHISSOT Laboratory may offer flexible work arrangements, which can help promote work-life balance.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities: |
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1 To perform his/her duties under the general direction of the Chief Medical Scientist. 2 To perform all aspects of technical work to the highest standard. 3 To supervise and provide guidance and support to Medical Scientists and Medical Laboratory Assistants in the performance of their duties. 4 To organise the technical programme so that work patterns are efficiently maintained. 5 To carry out routine inspections of laboratory equipment in his/her charge and to ensure that the equipment is properly maintained and kept in serviceable condition. 6 To collaborate with the Chief Medical Scientist in the maintenance of efficiency and the introduction of new methods in the laboratory. 7 To assist in implementing measures for the safety, health and welfare of all the staff. 8 To assist in the training of student Medical Scientists, on call personnel, junior medical staff and visiting workers as required. 9 To assist in maintaining the ISO15189 accredited status of the department. 10 To represent the Chief Medical Scientist at meetings when required. 11 To attend courses and meetings as appropriate to maintain up to date knowledge. 12 To perform any other duties as may be appropriate to the grade.
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Selection Criteria: Selection criteria outline the qualifications, skills, knowledge and/or experience that the successful candidate would need to demonstrate for successful discharge of the responsibilities of the post. Applications will be assessed on the basis of how well candidates satisfy these criteria. |
Mandatory: 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Candidates for appointment must: (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Medical Scientists Register maintained by the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU. AND (ii) Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. AND (iii) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Medical Scientists Register maintained by the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued.
2. Annual registration (i) On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Medical Scientists Register maintained by the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU. AND (ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC). |
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Informal Enquiries ONLY to: (Please note NO APPLICATIONS will be accepted via the Informal Email)
Name: | Joseph Kelly |
Title: | Chief Medical Scientist NHISSOT |
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