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Medical Doctor (Pathologist) (M/F) Ref° 504/556/111

Medical Doctor (Pathologist) (M/F) Ref° 504/556/111

Type of contract: Full-time and undetermined duration contract (CDI)

The “Laboratoire national de santé” (Public Establishment) is recruiting a Medical Doctor (m/f) on a full-timebasis for permanent contract in the Pathological Anatomy service at the National Centre of Pathology.

ABOUT THE LABORATOIRE NATIONAL DE SANTE

The LNS is a major player in Luxembourg’s healthcare sector, serving the country’s patients, doctors and hospitals. Under the supervision of the Ministry of Health and Social Security, the LNS is a multidisciplinary public institution organized around six medical departments, two of which are designated as national diagnostic centers for human genetics and pathology respectively.

The LNS employs around 400 highly qualified staff with diverse backgrounds. The main purpose of the LNS is to develop analytical activities and scientific expertise relating to the prevention, diagnosis and monitoring of human diseases; to act as a national control or reference laboratory; and to carry out forensic missions. The LNS also collaborates with the University of Luxembourg and other biomedical research institutions, both nationally and internationally, on research and teaching activities.

In particular, in the field of diagnostics, the LNS covers the following fields of application: medical biology, microbiology, forensic medicine, environmental medicine, morphological and molecular pathology, and clinical genetics, as well as sequencing for rare diseases, oncology and pathogens.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Head of Department and Service, in an international and multicultural environment, you will be responsible for :

Reading anatomopathology files;
Performing;
Plan, prioritise and design experiments in consultation with specialists and/or scientists;
Ensuring quality, accuracy and safety of anatomopathology results;
Participating in multidisciplinary consultation meetings (RCP)/”tumor boards”;
Participating in national and international working groups in your specialist fields.

The above list of tasks is not exhaustive.

PROFILE

Recognition of diploma in specialised medicine;
Authorisation to practise in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg;
Specific multidisciplinary experience of at least 2 years in pathological diagnosis and interest in broadening the diagnostic spectrum (e.g. molecular pathology, nephropathology, dermatopathology, haematopathology, breast pathology, etc.);
Good knowledge of English and French. Knowledge of one of the following languages is considered an advantage: German and Luxembourgish;
Excellent internal and external communication skills;
Sense of organization, responsibility and confidentiality;
Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
Awareness of health and safety rules and compliance with laboratory procedures.

If you are ready to make a real difference in healthcare, please submit your application by sending us your resume and ideally a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

We thank all applicants for their interest in the Pathologist position at the LNS. However, please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

At the final stages of the recruitment process, the successful candidate will be asked to provide supporting documentation such as, copies of diplomas and certificates of employment. An official criminal record (bulletin no.3) will also be required for consultation purpose.

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