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**:
**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 400 fresh cycles and 400 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 KPI’s. 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

**Applications to be submitted by 26th April**

**Salary**: Depending on experience

**Location**:TFP Thames Valley Fertility - Maidenhead

**Working Hours**: 37.5 hours
- 3 days 08.00-16.00, 1 day 07.00-15.00 and 1 day 9-5
- Weekend and bank holiday rotation is required

**Pension**: Dual contribution pension scheme

**Holiday Entitlement**: 27 Days + Bank holidays

**Parking**:Free