Quality, Governance and Compliance

• Work in accordance with clinic policies, laboratory procedures, regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
• Contribute to the quality management system through participation in audits, service improvement initiatives, and quality assurance activities.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation, ensuring compliance with traceability and record-keeping requirements.
• Support cryostorage management activities, including the monitoring, auditing, and maintenance of stored gametes, embryos, and reproductive tissues.
• Support the accurate collection, validation, and reporting of laboratory and clinical data, including submissions to the HFEA through PRISM.
• Participate in equipment qualification, validation, and verification activities as required.
• Monitor laboratory performance and contribute to the review of outcomes and key performance indicators.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and support the ongoing development of laboratory services.
• Ensure compliance with HFEA requirements, consent provisions, and all relevant legislation and professional guidance.

Leadership, Training, and Team Responsibilities

• Support the Laboratory Director in the day-to-day operation of the laboratory and contribute to the effective delivery of laboratory services.
• Act as a senior member of the team, demonstrating professional standards, good laboratory practice, and a commitment to high-quality patient care.
• Assist with the induction, training, supervision, and development of trainee embryologists, STP trainees, and other laboratory staff.
• Provide guidance, support, and practical expertise to less experienced members of the laboratory team.
• Support the maintenance and development of competencies in laboratory procedures, including advanced techniques where appropriately trained and authorised.
• Participate in competency assessments and training activities in accordance with laboratory requirements.
• Contribute to team meetings, service developments, audits, and departmental projects.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the multidisciplinary team to support the delivery of a comprehensive assisted conception service.
• Deputise for senior laboratory colleagues as required, ensuring continuity of service and supporting the smooth operation of the laboratory.

Research, Development, and Continuing Professional Development

• Maintain and develop professional knowledge and competence through regular continuing professional development activities.
• Keep up to date with developments in reproductive medicine and clinical embryology.
• Participate in research, audits, presentations, and service improvement projects as required.
• Contribute to the introduction and evaluation of new technologies and techniques where appropriate.

General Responsibilities

• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with data protection requirements.
• Adhere to all clinic policies and procedures.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and scope of the post.

This job description is neither exhaustive nor exclusive and may be amended from time to time to meet the changing needs of the service and organisation.