Trainee Embryologist

We at TFP are looking for brilliant minds and passionate hearts to help us shape the future of fertility. We are one of the largest fertility service providers in Europe operating our IVF clinics and egg/sperm freezing banks in the UK Poland and Netherlands. We have embarked on the mission to use technology to provide patients with a memorable best-in-class fertility journey that leads to the best outcome starting a family!

At TFP we offer all our patients the care understanding and expertise that help to bring dreams to life. We are passionate about what we do which reflects our commitment to creating lives and changing lives.

Science research and innovation are key to how we work and have led to us pioneering fertility treatment for more than 35 years. Many of our clinicians are internationally renowned specialists and we regularly share knowledge across our clinics to further improve our success.

TFP has a national donor sperm bank its own quality assurance scheme and own training scheme for junior embryologists. In addition we are proud to say that we offer a clear & bespoke career framework support continuing professional development and provide opportunities for staff to travel to other TFP clinics further their learning and support career progression.

The Role:

This is an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Embryologist to begin their career in a leading fertility group. Our team of trained and experienced embryologists will provide training in all basic clinical procedures and help the successful candidate work towards HCPC registration. Our trainees are registered on the TFP Training Scheme which provides a structured framework for delivering both practical and theoretical training. As well as training in clinical procedures trainees will also learn other processes and skills including patient communication regulatory compliance quality control/assurance donor recruitment witnessing and traceability.

This is a permanent full time position working 37.5 hours per week.

Weekend and on call working required at approximately 1:4

The Location:

Thames Valley Fertility (TVF) was established in 2017 and due to the passion expertise and reputation of our team has already grown into a leading fertility clinic. Providing treatment to both NHS and private patients TVF performs approximately 550 fresh cycles and 450 frozen cycles per year. Offering a full suite of treatment and diagnostic services including PGT. Conveniently located on the outskirts of Maidenhead adjacent to junction 8/9 of the M4 there is ample free parking for staff and patients at the front of the building. Our state- of-the-art laboratory was purpose built in 2017 and is equipped with the latest laboratory equipment and monitoring systems that support us in achieving excellent outcome KPIs. TVF also has a 5/5 inspection rating from the HFEA.

Key Responsibilities:

Performing egg collections inseminations fertilization checks embryo grading/transfer cryopreservation andrology and dish preparation.

Communicating with patients about their treatment cycle

Assisting with quality control and participating in quality assurance

Monitoring/maintaining consumables and equipment.

Regulatory Compliance

Completing TFP Training Scheme and working towards HCPC Registration

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum of a degree in Life Sciences an MSc or PhD is preferable.

• Experience in a laboratory environment is preferable.

• Good manual dexterity skills

• Must be self-motivated eager to learn and have excellent time management skills.

• High level of attention to detailed and focused

• Resilient and hard working

• Excellent communication skills

Location: TFP Thames Valley Fertility - Maidenhead

Working Hours:37.5

Monday to Friday

Weekend and on call working required at approximately 1:4

Salary: Competitive (Depending on experience)

Pension: Dual contribution pension scheme

Holiday Entitlement: 27 Days Bank holidays(pro rata)