Andrology Practitioner

Job summary

An Andrology Practitioner post in the Andrology Department at the Centre for Reproductive Medicine, University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire.

We have a vacancy for an Andrology Practitioner in the Centre for Reproductive Medicine (CRM) at UHCW

We are looking for a scientist with knowledge and experience of working in an andrology laboratory however we can provide training if necessary. It is essential that you have some previous experience of working in a biological science lab and background knowledge of male reproduction and fertility

It is a full time post working 8am to , Monday to Friday

Please be advised that there is a scheduled interview date of 26th of September 2024.

Main duties of the job

Routine semen analysis Morphology assessment Post vasectomy semen assessment Sperm cryopreservation and post thaw assessment General laboratory tasks including: maintenance and cleaning, ordering of disposable items, stock taking and filing, monitoring of equipment, preparation of laboratory solutions, photocopying, note finding, answering the phone and making appointments, posting results and patient information. Participation in internal and external Quality Control and Quality Assurance procedures Maintenance of liquid nitrogen storage tanks.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Job description

Job responsibilities

This post will be within the clinical Andrology service to carry out the laboratory and administrative tasks required to enable the Andrology service at the Centre for Reproductive medicine to provide semen assessment and sperm storage. To act in accordance with Trust, Divisional and Departmental policies. Accurate recording of all patient information and results adhering to strict patient confidentiality practices. Effective communication with patients and other members of the team to ensure the smooth and successful running of the unit. Adherence to good laboratory practices, with particular respect to the safety of the patients and staff, throughout all the procedures performed. Utilisation of adequate hygiene and aseptic techniques as appropriate to each laboratory.

For further details please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

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