Locum Embryologist UK HCPC Registered 24th Aug for two weeks

Senior Clinical Embryologist
Embryology Wolverhampton West Midlands

Full-Time Locum from 24th August 2026 for at least 2 weeks ideally through to end of September or longer.

Potential for Permanent Role if interested but not required.

About the Client

We are recruiting a locum on behalf of a well-established privately owned fertility clinic based in the Midlands UK.

Core Responsibilities

Embryology Procedures

• Perform all routine and advanced embryology procedures including oocyte collection and assessment ICSI fertilisation checks embryo culture to blastocyst stage and embryo selection.
• Carry out vitrification and warming of oocytes and embryos to the highest technical standard adhering to established protocols.
• Perform frozen embryo transfer (FET) procedures
• Prepare and assess gametes prior to treatment ensuring quality and suitability at each stage of the laboratory process.

Regulatory Compliance & Quality Management

• Ensure full compliance with HFEA licensing requirements the HFEA Code of Practice and all relevant legislation governing assisted conception.
• Uphold the highest standards of consent witnessing traceability and chain of custody for all gametes and embryos.

Required Qualifications & Experience

You MUST BE currently based in the UK and registered with HCPC as a Clinical Scientist

• Degree in Biological Sciences Reproductive Science or a closely related field; Masters or PhD highly desirable.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a clinical embryology setting with demonstrable competency in a busy IVF laboratory.
• Demonstrated proficiency in ICSI vitrification and embryo culture to blastocyst stage as core competencies.
• Thorough understanding of HFEA regulatory requirements and experience applying the HFEA Code of Practice in day-to-day laboratory operations.
• Ability to hit the ground running in a locum capacity with minimal onboarding time required.

What We Offer

• Professional indemnity insurance provided
• Excellent daily rate for the right candidate
• Support with invoicing