Embryologist

To perform unsupervised all laboratory procedures associated with the diagnostic and therapeutic treatment services provided by the Fertility Centre including semen analysis, sperm preparation (including donor, and surgically retrieved testicular and epididymal sperm), oocyte and embryo handling, gamete and embryo cryopreservation, clinical intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), and other micromanipulation techniques.
- To select embryos best suited for embryo transfer and cryopreservation.
- To do biopsy and Laser Assisted Hatching for the embryos.
- To convey, where necessary, relevant details of treatment (quality of oocytes, sperm and embryos) directly to patients in a clear, concise, and understanding manner. To suggest alternative treatments if and when necessary.
- To counsel patients regarding the implications of treatment options to ensure correct information is given and relevant questions answered properly in order to assist them in making an informed decision.
- To maintain the liquid nitrogen storage vessels ensuring stored material integrity. This will involve handling of liquid nitrogen, and manual handling of storage vessels in accordance with accepted safe practice.
- To anticipate and handle the day-to-day workload and ensure that preparations and procedures are performed effectively and to the highest possible standard, paying meticulous attention to detail.
- To work flexibly and perform tasks as and when necessary including out of ‘normal working hours’ and to participate in the Saturday and Sunday rotas.
- To perform audits of all equipment to ensure that they are functioning correctly and within critical parameters. To assist with the maintenance of laboratory equipment and cleaning of the embryology laboratory.
- To liaise with centers outside of the Trust regarding treatments, outcome of treatments and transfer of gametes or embryos between centers.
- To critically analyse and audit laboratory performance at the direction of the Principal Embryologist.
- To perform accurate and complete data collection as required by the Fertility Centre and by the Human Fertilization & Embryology Authority.
- To liaise directly and by telephone with colleagues and other members of the Fertility Centre and other healthcare professionals ensuring that information is conveyed to colleagues accurately and in a timely manner.
- To actively participate as required in the development and maintenance of research within the Fertility Centre.
- To keep abreast of recent developments within the field of reproductive medicine and to participate in the Continual Professional Development scheme operated by the Association of Clinical Embryologists (ACE).
- To assist in the training and supervision of trainees and less experienced staff. To participate in the demonstration of procedures during the induction of new members of staff.
- To be proficient and use the computer database systems used by the Fertility Centre. To carry out required administrative duties associated with the embryology laboratory.

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹77,302.80 per month

**Benefits**:

- Health insurance
- Provident Fund

Schedule:

- Day shift

**Experience**:

- total work: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person