Matthew Downey

Matthew Downey is a Microbiology Scientist at the Irish Blood Transfusion Service since August 2021, specializing in platelet screening and environmental monitoring. Responsibilities include performing urgent hospital recalls of blood components, managing environmental monitoring of clean rooms and labs, and certifying clean room gowning. Matthew actively utilizes Biomerieux BacT ALERT and Observa, as well as software like MODA and SmartSolve. Previous experience includes roles as a Clinical Sample Processor at ICON plc and various positions in the food and retail sectors. Matthew holds a Master's degree in Parasitology and Pathogen Biology from Queen's University Belfast and a Bachelor of Arts in Microbiology from Trinity College Dublin. Key certifications include Fire Warden and Lab Safety Coordinator.