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 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

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