Deputy Lab Manager - 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, Poland and Netherlands. 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 Location:

Thames Valley Fertility (TVF) was established in 2017, 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, TVF performs approximately 550 fresh cycles and 450 frozen cycles per year. Offering a full suite of treatment and diagnostic services, including PGT. Conveniently located on the outskirts of Maidenhead, adjacent to junction 8/9 of the M4, 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. TVF also has a 5/5 inspection rating from the HFEA.

The Role:

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a Deputy Laboratory Manager to join our team of highly skilled and dedicated scientists. As well as contributing to the clinical workload, the successful candidate will have opportunities to be involved in training junior embryologists, service development, research, quality management, donor recruitment and project work. The Deputy Laboratory Manager will support the Laboratory Manager in the delivery of the service and management of the laboratory team. 

This position is available as a 12 month fixed term contract

This is a full time role working 37.5 hours per week - weekend rotation will be required at approximately 1:4

Key Responsibilities:

• Full range of clinical procedures, including ICSI, vitrification and PGT

• Communicating with patients about treatment options and results

• Quality Management, including supporting with audit, document control, non-compliance, quality control/assurance.

• Assisting in the management of imports/exports, donor recruitment and stored gametes/embryos

• Resource management, including staffing, consumables and equipment.

• Operational management including rota’s and workflow.

• Monitoring KPI’s and identifying areas for improvement.

• Training, induction and assisting in the performance management of new and junior staff

• Regulatory Compliance

• Assisting in the delivery of group level projects

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum of a degree in Life Sciences, preferably a MSc or PhD

• HCPC Registered (or immediately eligible)

• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience, some preferably at a senior/management level

• Fully trained in all clinical laboratory procedures, preferably including biopsy

• Advanced knowledge of the UK Regulatory Framework

• Must be self-motivated, eager to learn and resilient.

• High level of attention to detailed and focused

• Excellent communication skills

Salary: Competitive (Depending on experience)
Location: TFP Thames Valley Fertility - Maidenhead
Working Hours: 37.5 Monday to Friday 
Weekend Working at approximately a 1:4 (renumerated with TOIL/overtime)

On-Call: Working approximately a 1:4 in coordination with your weekend (remunerated with a daily rate of pay in addition to your basic salary)

Pension: Dual contribution pension scheme

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