Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated State Registered Clinical Embryologist (or final year STP student) to join our laboratory team at Cambridge IVF. Our state of the art NHS fertility centre offers a full range of diagnostic and treatment techniques including EmbryoScope culture, a successful gamete and embryo cryopreservation program and advanced methods for sperm preparation, selection and injection.

We offer high quality evidence based treatment to NHS funded patients and also to those self-funding their care at exceptional value.

This 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 links into existing local research groups within the Cambridge BioMedical Campus, The Sanger Institute and beyond, this is a very exciting time to be joining our team.

Applicants should possess a First or Upper Second Class Biological Sciences degree, a relevant postgraduate qualification and be state registered as a Clinical Embryologist. In addition, they will be able to demonstrate a proven track record in Clinical Embryology. Although the post holder would preferentially be skilled in ICSI, training would be provided in ICSI to the right candidate should they not possess this skill.

Main duties of the job

A Clinical Scientist state registered with the HCPC (or in the last year of the STP program), a member of ACE and in good standing with both organisations.

To apply scientific knowledge, highly developed specialist skills and expertise to deliver a range of assisted conception and diagnostic services in the East of England's largest NHS tertiary referral centre.

To contribute to the maintenance of efficient embryology and andrology services within the terms of the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act and the HFEA Code of Practice.

To contribute to the safe operation of the facility cryostore, its audit and generation of paperwork for its inspection.

To work with the other members of the laboratory, nursing and medical teams and all other professions allied to the Addenbrooke's Fertility Services to deliver the highest quality of patient care and clinical excellence.

About Us

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.

Details

Date posted

19 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £54,710 a year p.a. pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

180-E-254168

Job locations

Addenbrookes Hospital-Division E

Hills Road - (Based at Cambridge IVF)

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Applications from pre-registrant embryologists in the final year of the UK STP program are welcomed. These would be as a band 6 position advancing to band 7 when UK State Registration is achieved.

The working hours will be divided over 4 long days (07:30-17:30) rather than a traditional 5 day working week as this shift pattern better supports the needs of the service.

The position will require weekend and out of hours work and inclusion on a laboratory out of hours on-call rota.

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have identified that they are at risk of redundancy will be prioritised over those not at risk. However, interviews cannot be guaranteed.

Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 24th September 2025

Interviews are due to be held on 1st October 2025

Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?

Our values and reputation for outstanding care Opportunities to experience a range of specialities Career and development opportunities Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team Research experience and opportunities Lovely location and quality of life Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)

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 caf, 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.

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Applications from pre-registrant embryologists in the final year of the UK STP program are welcomed. These would be as a band 6 position advancing to band 7 when UK State Registration is achieved.

The working hours will be divided over 4 long days (07:30-17:30) rather than a traditional 5 day working week as this shift pattern better supports the needs of the service.

The position will require weekend and out of hours work and inclusion on a laboratory out of hours on-call rota.

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have identified that they are at risk of redundancy will be prioritised over those not at risk. However, interviews cannot be guaranteed.

Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 24th September 2025

Interviews are due to be held on 1st October 2025

Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?

Our values and reputation for outstanding care Opportunities to experience a range of specialities Career and development opportunities Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team Research experience and opportunities Lovely location and quality of life Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)

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 caf, 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

Qualifications

Essential

1st Class or 2(i) Degree a Biological Science Relevant post graduate qualification(s)
HCPC State Registration as a Clinical Embryologist or in final year of STP training program (Band 6 Entry).
Member of ARCS

Desirable

RCPath Part I and Part II Qualification
Further Specialist Training
PhD in a Biological Science

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in a Cryobank and vitrification of embryos
Evidence of commitment to CPD

Desirable

Experience in performing ICSI and PICSI
Experience of staff / student supervision
Experience with Trophectoderm Biopsy
Experience with diagnostic andrology procedures

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of Relevant Legislation
Advanced Knowledge of Reproductive Biology
Familiarity with data analysis software
Health and Safety and Risk Management

Desirable

Adept Statistician
Laboratory Management
Management of clinical trials

Skills

Essential

Highly Motivated, positive attitude to change
Excellent Interpersonal & Communication Skills

Desirable

Leadership and Motivational Skills
Patient counselling skills

Essential

Additional Requirements

The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of kind, safe and excellent.

Desirable

Research track record including peer reviewed publications

Person Specification

Essential

The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of kind, safe and excellent.

Desirable

Research track record including peer reviewed publications

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrookes Hospital-Division E

Hills Road - (Based at Cambridge IVF)

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrookes Hospital-Division E

Hills Road - (Based at Cambridge IVF)

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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