Experienced Embryologist

We are currently seeking an Experienced Embryologist to join our Laboratory on a full-time basis. As a key member of our team you will play a crucial role in helping individuals and couples achieve their dreams of parenthood through advanced assisted reproductive technologies.

• Monitor and perform all routine technical procedures and maintenance and administrative activities in the embryology laboratory including but not limited to oocyte collection IVF ICSI embryo transfers cleavage and blastocyst culture warming thawing and vitrification of gametes and embryo biopsy.
• Perform routine Andrology procedures in the diagnostic and clinical laboratory.
• Data entry and generation of reports.
• Maintain equipment and all patient areas to ensure a clean tidy and safe environment.
• Maintain storage and disposal of specimens and cryopreserved gametes and embryos including records and results in accord with patient consent RTAC NPAAC NHMRC and NSW ministry of Health requirements.
• Monitor and perform all laboratory quality control procedures.
• Maintain and update electronic witnessing system in conjunction with Scientific Director to ensure witnessing procedures and data record keeping meet the clinics legislative RTAC and NATA requirements.
• Develop monitor and implement laboratory policies and procedures in conjunction with the Scientific Director.
• Maintain the Patient Database and assist with periodic reports to NPSU (National Perinatal Statistics Unit)
• Maintain a high level of current scientific knowledge regarding research protocols and practical techniques for use in ART.
• Maintain training log ongoing competencies EQA FertAid and KPIs.
• Demonstrate commitment to professional development.
• Ensure all Work Health and Safety requirements are met.
• Manage laboratory emails.
• Assist with auditing.
• Additional duties as required.

Occupational Health and Safety:

• Ensure all Occupational Health and Safety requirements are met.

Qualifications :

To be successful in this role you will an experienced Embryologist with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a clinical embryology laboratory. Ideally you will have a Masters or Ph.D. in Reproductive Biology Embryology or a related field as well as a SIRT qualification. Alongside solid technical skills (ICSI embryo culture and cryopreservation) we are seeking someone with an excellent attention to detail strong analytical skills and excellent interpersonal written and communication skills. We are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and computer literacy.

Additional Information :

General:

• Attend meetings and in-service education sessions.
• Liaise with patients customers medical nursing administration and counselling staff as required.
• Report to the Scientific Director Laboratory Manager and/or Medical Director all matters of significance in respect to laboratory procedures physical facilities safety and equipment in the lab. 

And whats in it for you

We know its important to look after our staff so Fertility First offers a number of perks including;

• Glow - Our rewards portal - be recognised by both your managers are peers. Access discounts at over 350 retailers as well as accessing recipes fitness classes and mindfulness sessions
• Learning and development  Ongoing opportunities for continuous education through Education Days internal development conference opportunities and companywide initiatives
• Certified Inclusive Employer workplace - Confidence in knowing you are joining an organisation who has achieved the benchmark for workplace inclusion across a number of diversity areas. 
• Certified Family Friendly workplace 2024/25  A global benchmark for a family inclusive culture which is reviewed annually. This ensures continuous improvement and evolution of our workplace ensuring all staff are best supported in the context of their individual circumstances.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time