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🔬 Laboratory Manager – Embryology | UK Fertility Clinic
We're recruiting on behalf of a leading UK fertility clinic for an experienced Laboratory Manager to lead their embryology service.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior embryologist ready to step into a leadership role, or an existing Lab Manager looking for their next challenge with a clinic that's investing heavily in quality, technology and team development.
🧬 The Role
As Laboratory Manager, you'll take day-to-day ownership of the embryology laboratory — balancing hands-on clinical duties with operational leadership, regulatory compliance and team development. You'll be a key member of the clinic's Senior Management Team, working closely with the Clinic Director and Lab Director/CSO to drive service standards and outcomes for patients.
Key responsibilities include:
- Overseeing routine lab operations in line with SOPs, COSHH and the HFEA Code of Practice
- Managing stock, equipment inventory and capital expenditure planning
- Leading cryostorage management and consent/disposal processes
- Supervising, training and mentoring embryology scientists and support staff
- Acting as Quality Lead — driving audits, inspections and continuous improvement
- Supporting incident investigation and regulatory reporting (HFEA, Datix)
- Managing staffing levels, recruitment and performance development within the team
- Contributing to research projects and service development initiatives
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✅ What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree (2:1 or above) in a relevant life science
- HCPC registration
- Proven leadership experience within a reproductive science / embryology setting
- Experience training and mentoring junior scientific staff
- Strong understanding of quality management systems, SOP development and laboratory audits
- Experience working within an HFEA-regulated environment (desirable)
- Part I/Part II RCPath or HSST qualification, or working towards (desirable)
- Confident IT and database skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
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🌱 Why Apply
This clinic is part of a well-established national network with over 25 years' experience in fertility care, built on values of compassion, collaboration and expertise. You'll join a supportive, patient-focused team with genuine investment in your professional development, leadership training and career progression.
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Get in touch to discuss the role in more detail — reply with your phone number and a good time to talk, and we'll take it from there.
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