Andrologist - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

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 and Poland. 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 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:

This is an exciting opportunity for a trained Andrologist to join our team of highly skilled and dedicated scientists. As well as providing a significant contribution to the andrology laboratory clinical workload, the successful candidate will have opportunities to be involved in training junior andrologists, internal quality control/assurance, donor recruitment, organising donor sperm imports/exports and supporting in the management of cryopreserved sperm samples.

This is a part-time role working 30 hours per week - weekend rotation will be required at approximately 1:4

This role is available as a 12-month fixed term contract

The Location:

Simply fertility was established in 2013, 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, Simply Fertility performs approximately 400 fresh cycles and 300 frozen cycles per year. Offering a full suite of treatment and diagnostic services, including PGT. Conveniently located on the outskirts of Chelmsford, adjacent to junction 17 of the A12, 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. Simply Fertility also has a 5/5 inspection rating from the HFEA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performing semen analysis, sperm freezing and sperm preparation for treatment

• Communicating with patients about treatment options, results & appointments

• Taking effective consent from patients/donors

• Performing quality control and participating in quality assurance

• Monitoring/maintaining consumables and equipment

• Assisting with the donor recruitment process, imports/exports and management of stored gametes

• Assisting in training and induction of new and junior staff

• Compliance to the UK Regulatory Framework

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum of A-Levels or equivalent, preferably a degree in Life Sciences

• Minimum of 1 year of andrology experience

• Fully trained in semen analysis, sperm freezing, sperm preparation for treatment, quality control, taking patient consent and equipment maintenance.

• 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

Salary: Competitive (Depending on experience)
Location: TFP Simply Fertility - Chelmsford
Working Hours: 30 hours - 4 days per week 
Weekend Working at approximately a 1:4

Pension: Dual contribution pension scheme

Holiday Entitlement: 27 Days + Bank holidays (pro rata)