Clinical Embryologist

Job Summary

This opportunity is offered as a Secondment or a Fixed Term contract of 12 months to cover Maternity Leave within the Service.

If internal to NHS Wales, please contact your line manager before applying for this secondment position.

The Clinical Embryologist participates in the provision of laboratory services for assisted conception treatments, together with diagnostic andrology and cryobanking of gametes/embryos, according to all relevant professional Codes of Conduct. The post holder ensures that full and proper records are maintained in compliance with prevailing legislation, as well as participating in data analysis, audit and service development.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the scientific team at The Wales Fertility Institute based near Swansea on the South Wales coast. We are seeking an experienced Clinical Embryologist to fulfil this varied job role. You will be a detail-orientated team player with excellent communication skills and a deep appreciation of what it takes to work in a successful IVF laboratory.

Situated within Neath Port Talbot Hospital, WFI Neath has at its core a Grade B clean room laboratory facility containing state of the art embryo culture, micromanipulation and imaging systems. The Institute enjoys close links with university research departments and is able to offer full diagnostic and treatment services within the NHS setting.

For those unfamiliar with the area, South Wales has many attractions that contribute to a great quality of life: a lively social scene, great shopping, stunning natural beauty and for the more adventurous, some of the best surfing beaches in the UK.

Contact Dr Paul Knaggs Consultant Embryologist (paul.knaggs2@wales.nhs) for more information.

About Us

We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.

Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.

If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.

Job Description

Job responsibilities

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience as a clinical embryologist.

Desirable

• Significant experience in the UK.

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum BSc in appropriate life science.

Desirable

• MSc/ PhD in area relevant to assisted reproduction.

Knowledge

Essential

• Thorough understanding of current HFEA regulation.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Employer name: Swansea Bay University Health Board

Address: Neath Port Talbot Hospital, Baglan Way, Port Talbot, SA12 7BX

Employer's website: https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/