Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen due to service expansion for 1 Reproductive Technologist to join our laboratory team at Cambridge IVF (Cambridge site). This state of the art NHS fertility centre offers a comprehensive range of diagnostic and clinical treatment services and encompasses the regional diagnostic andrology service for Cambridgeshire and the surrounding area, with capacity for up to 7000 semen analyses per annum.
Cambridge IVF is without doubt one of the most forward thinking units in the UK and with a commitment to high level research and development. Coupled with our links into existing local research groups, this is a very exciting time to be joining our team.
Applicants should possess a First or Second Class Biological Sciences degree. A relevant postgraduate qualification and laboratory experience are highly desirable but full training will be provided to all successful candidates. You will have the opportunity to work across our Andrology and Embryology Laboratories to a UKAS accredited standard in accordance with the requirements of ISO15189:2022 and in accordance with the HFEA Code of Practice for fertility centres.
The position will require some weekend, bank-holiday and out of hours work on a rotational basis.
Main duties of the job
A committed member of a dedicated team of laboratory scientists and technicians. Working to the highest standards of clinical excellence to contribute to our patient focused fertility service.
You will mainly be responsible for performing a range of diagnostic procedures within the Diagnostic Andrology laboratory. Subject to appropriate competence, additional responsibilities within the Clinical Embryology laboratory will be introduced following 1 year of experience in post. There may be scope for the opportunity to apply for an In-Service Trainee (IST) post on the National Scientific Training Programme (STP) positions for Andrology or Embryology.
You will be expected to deal with members of the public in a polite and compassionate manner and to work with precision, accuracy and transparency in everything they do.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can apply for this post as a secondment or fixed term contract. For secondments you must have the approval of your line manager before applying. If you are an internal applicant currently on a fixed term contract you are able to apply for this as a fixed term position.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 28th June 2026
Interviews are due to be held on 6th July 2026
Benefits to you
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person specification
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Essential
- • Experience of dealing with the public
- • Experience of team working
- • Experience of working under pressure
Desirable
- • Experience in working in a ISO 15189 accredited hospital laboratory or clinic
- • Experience working in a diagnostic andrology laboratory or clinical embryology laboratory
- • Experience in working with cryogenically stored material
- • Experience with Surgical Sperm Retrieval procedures
- • Experience with HFEA consent forms and the HFEA PRISM system
- • Use of IDEAS or other relevant fertility databases
- • Experience in working to best practice guidelines, relevant codes of practice and following Standard Operating Procedures.
Skills
Essential
- • Highly motivated
- • Positive attitude to change
- • Strong interpersonal skills
- • Excellent communication skills
- • Analytical, judgement, organisational and planning skills
- • Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- • Aseptic technique
- • Microscopy
- • Handling and processing of gametes
- • Working with and safe handling of liquid nitrogen
Knowledge
Essential
- • Knowledge of the male and female reproductive systems and the causes of infertility and subfertility
- • Knowledge of the basic principles of diagnostic andrology
- • Knowledge of semen cryopreservation
Desirable
- • Knowledge of relevant legislation
- • Knowledge of relevant best practice guidance
- • Knowledge of internal and external quality assurance practices
- • Knowledge of basic embryological procedures
Qualifications
Essential
- • 1st or 2:1 undergraduate degree in a Biological Science
Desirable
- • Computer literacy
- • Driving licence
- • Audit training
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
- A flexible approach to working location and hours and to weekend working as part of a laboratory rota.
Desirable
- • Experience of performing research and development processes
- • Experience of stock control
- • Correct and safe use of PPE
- • Attendance at fertility webinars/conferences
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This advert is for Reproductive Technologist with Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Cambridge, East of England, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Health science services role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 p.a. pro rata. The contract type is 14 months (Fixed Term Contract to 31/08/2027). The application deadline is 28 Jun 2026.
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