About this role
Job summary
Guy's Assisted Conception Unit (ACU) provides a comprehensive range of fertility services, including assisted conception, diagnostic testing, preimplantation genetic testing (PGT), and fertility preservation. Established in 1991, Guy's ACU is one of the UK's largest assisted conception clinics, delivering both NHS-funded and self-funded fertility care.
Our state-of-the-art laboratory is equipped with advanced time-lapse incubator technology and cutting-edge equipment, enabling us to provide the highest standards of patient care. We operate a seven-day service, supporting patients undergoing funded treatment while also attracting national and international self-referrals.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to join our dynamic Embryology team. We are seeking high-calibre, focused professionals who are committed to excellence in patient care and laboratory practice. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to undertake training in all routine andrology and embryology procedures, while also contributing to the training and development of new laboratory team members.
In addition, you will perform a range of administrative, diagnostic, and support activities that are essential to delivering a high-quality service.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work closely with the Embryology team and the wider Assisted Conception Unit (ACU) to deliver a range of activities that support the services provided at Guy's ACU. This includes assisting with assisted conception treatments, diagnostic testing, PGT-M and PGT-SR, fertility preservation. The unit operates a seven-day service to maximise treatment outcomes and provide the best possible options and care for our patients.
About us
The Assisted Conception Unit (ACU) offers an attractive and stimulating working environment for motivated scientists. We recognise the value of our staff and are committed to supporting their professional growth through a range of academic and practical training opportunities. These may include career development programmes, advanced embryology training, and embryo biopsy training, enabling you to contribute to one of the largest PGT programmes in the UK. There is also potential to further develop specialist skills and take on additional responsibilities as part of your ongoing career progression within the unit.
Job description Job responsibilities
We operate a seven-day service, providing care for patients undergoing both funded and self-funded fertility treatment, and attract referrals from across the UK and internationally. Each year, the unit performs approximately 2,000 IVF/ICSI treatment cycles, including around 500 PGT cases, as well as a further 1,700 frozen embryo transfer (FET) cycles.
The successful candidate will undertake a full range of routine andrology and embryology procedures, including Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) following appropriate training. They will also play an active role in supporting the training and development of new laboratory team members, contributing to the delivery of a high-quality and patient-centred service.
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Person Specification
Knowledge/Qualifications Essential
Life Science Degree Familiar with QA / QC (EQA / IQA) relevant to assisted conception Familiar with HFEA code of practice
Desirable
Higher degree or MSc ACE certificate / STP HCPC registered
Experience Essential
Proven Clinical Embryology experience Familiar with sample import / export Experience with audits
Desirable
Previously worked in NHS setting, or familiarity with NHS systems and large hospital environment Experienced in training / mentoring STP
Skills Essential
Competent in all routine ART Embryology Competent in all routine ART Andrology Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) and communicate effectively with professionals across all disciplines Ability to work autonomously in the planning and execution of own work, and under supervision acquire the skills to organise, plan and monitor the workload of others.
Desirable
Good communication skills both in person, telephone and writing Ability to perform ICSI Knowledge of Environmental monitoring Ability to troubleshoot laboratory problems in a logical and systematic manner
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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Employer details Employer name Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Address Guy's Hospital
Great Maze Pond
London
SE1 9RT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)