Genetic Counsellor Basic Grade

Purpose of the Role

The purpose of this post is to contribute to the provision of a comprehensive, high quality, genetic counselling service for the Republic of Ireland by carrying out the duties and responsibilities of a Genetic Counsellor:

• Comprehend the medical facts of a patient’s case, including the diagnosis, probable course of the condition, and the available management

• Appreciate the way in which heredity contributes to the condition, and the risk of recurrence in specified relatives

• Understand the options for dealing with the risk of recurrence, playing a vital role in providing one off and ongoing support to patients and their families, in choosing the course of action most appropriate to them

• Support patients/families in making the best possible adjustment to the condition/risk of the condition

The successful candidate may be required to work across CHI sites and services in line with organisational requirements and the development of the new children’s hospital and associated services.

Essential Criteria:

· An Approved Master of Science degree in Genetic/Genomic Counselling

OR

· Attainment of the NHS Scientific Training Programme (STP) in Genomic Counselling

AND

· Eligibilityfor future professional registration with the AHCS (via the Genetic Counsellor Registration Advisory Board) or EBMG, and committed to working towards professional registration in the eligible timeframe. Applicants must submit confirmation of registration eligibility from a board, with their application.

Applications from Individuals who are final year Genetic/Genomic Counselling MSc or STP students undertaking a qualification eligible for future registration with the GCRAB or EBMG and who are on course for successful completion in 2026, may be considered for shortlisting. Proleptic appointments (within three months of the offer stage) may be considered for this post.

How to Apply & Informal Enquiries

Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above are met.

The criterion for shortlisting is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is Monday, 19th October 2026 by 23:45 PM Irish time.

Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Claire Giffney, Lead Genetic Counsellor or Karen Pierpoint, Principal Genetic Counsellor: clinical.genetics@childrenshealthireland.ie

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist Victoria Gsamelova Victoria.Gsamelova@childrenshealthireland.ie

PLEASE NOTE:

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for your information only:

18th January 2027

8th February 2027

8th March 2027