Medical Science jobs in County Galway

A vacancy has arisen within the Laboratory Department, Galway Clinic for the position of Medical Laboratory Assistant in Histology.

The Role:

Assist laboratory staff with the preparation work for tests.

Prepare and use equipment as directed by appropriate scientific/ technical laboratory staff.

Receive and record specimens, ensuring that samples and request forms are correctly matched.

File and store samples as required and maintain records.

Dispatch and delivery of specimens, reports and samples as required.

Prepare, collect and dispose of laboratory waste, excess tissue etc.

Cleaning of laboratory and laboratory equipment as required.

Monitoring of supplies stocks. Reporting stock shortages to senior laboratory staff and requesting stocks as appropriate.

Assisting with filing specimens, slides etc.

Taking, recording and delivering phone messages as required.

Recording of data on the laboratory/hospital computer system to include: patient data entry; production of bar-coded labels; preparation of worksheets, etc.

Other appropriate duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Hospital.

The Candidate:

Relevant Scientific Qualification (BSc in Biomedical or related Science) - desirable

Previous experience in a similar role

Professional approach to work

Good communication, organisational and team skills

Flexibility in work practice

Closing date for receipt of applications: 20th October 2026 at 5pm

Blackrock Health Galway Clinic is an Equal Opportunities Employer