Job Summary
This opportunity is offered as a Secondment or a Fixed Term contract of 12 months to cover Maternity Leave within the Service
If internal to NHS Wales, please contact your line manager before applying for this secondment position.
The Clinical Embryologist participates in the provision of laboratory services for assisted conception treatments, together with diagnostic andrology and cryobanking of gametes/embryos, according to all relevant professional Codes of Conduct. The post holder ensures that full and proper records are maintained in compliance with prevailing legislation, as well as participating in data analysis, audit and service development
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the scientific team at The Wales Fertility Institute based near Swansea on the South Wales coast. We are seeking an experienced Clinical Embryologist to fulfil this varied job role. You will be a detail-orientated team player with excellent communication skills and a deep appreciation of what it takes to work a successful IVF laboratory.
Situated within Neath Port Talbot Hospital, WFI Neath has at its core a Grade B clean room laboratory facility containing state of the art embryo culture, micromanipulation and imaging systems. The Institute enjoys close links with university research departments and is able to offer full diagnostic and treatment services within the NHS setting. For those unfamiliar with the area, South Wales has many attractions that contribute to a great quality of life: a lively social scene, great shopping, stunning natural beauty and for the more adventurous some of the best surfing beaches in the UK.
Contact Dr Paul Knaggs Consultant Embryologist (paul.knaggs2@wales.nhs) for more information
About Us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
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We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Date posted
16 April 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£46,840 to £53,602 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Secondment
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
130-HS015-0425
Job locations
Neath Port Talbot Hospital
Baglan Way
Port Talbot
SA12 7BX
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Experience Essential
- Significant experience as a clinical embryologist
Desirable
- Significant experience in the UK
Qualifications Essential
- Minimum BSc in appropriate life science
Desirable
- MSc/ PhD in area relevant to assisted reproduction
Knowledge Essential
- Thorough understanding of current HFEA regulation
Person Specification Experience Essential
- Significant experience as a clinical embryologist
Desirable
- Significant experience in the UK
Qualifications Essential
- Minimum BSc in appropriate life science
Desirable
- MSc/ PhD in area relevant to assisted reproduction
Knowledge Essential
- Thorough understanding of current HFEA regulation
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
Swansea Bay University Health Board
Address
Neath Port Talbot Hospital
Baglan Way
Port Talbot
SA12 7BX
Employer's website
https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)