Job Summary
Job Title: Reproductive Science Associate Practitioner
Base: You may be required to work in other designated locations of the Trust as well as your primary base. In particular, flexibility is required across the three main hospital sites (Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital and Glenfield Hospital). If your initial location is one of these sites excess travel reimbursement would not apply for a permanent or temporary change of base.
Reports to: Senior Embryologist
Accountable to:Principal Embryologist HFEA Person Responsible
Main duties of the job
The Fertility Centre provides diagnostic and treatment services to patients across Leicester and Leicestershire. It is a Human Fertilisation and Embryology (HFEA) licensed centre with ISO 9001:20015 quality management system certification.
The post holder is required to participate in the provision of embryology and andrology services, including operation & maintenance of laboratory equipment, data entry, dish preparation & diagnostic semen analysis. To accurately perform SOP driven duties and tasks in a busy laboratory; the post holder will work under the direction of the state registered laboratory staff, but will be assigned responsibility for specific duties so should be able to work using their own initiative.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSEs inc Maths, English, Sciences (A-C) or equivalent.
- Science A-Level or equivalent.
Desirable
- IT qualification
- Relevant honours science degree
Experience
Essential
- Previous laboratory experience in a scientific field.
Desirable
- NHS experience.
- Dealing with the public / patients
- Fertility laboratory experience
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Ability to deal sensitively with emotional/ angry patients.
- Excellent communication skills, good verbal and written English language skills.
- Strong team-player, enabling them to deal with patients directly and liaise with colleagues at all levels.
Desirable
- Customer service skills.
- Previous experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Proven ability to problem solve, analyse data and perform audits.
- To have a meticulous approach to work.
Skills
Essential
- Proven ability to problem solve, analyse data and perform audits.
- To have a meticulous approach to work.
Skills
Essential
- High degree of manual dexterity.
- Good IT keyboard skills and knowledge of MS Office, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, & Teams
Desirable
- Previous experience of microscopy
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Able to follow standard procedures and instructions.
- Able to make efficient use of time and to prioritise/complete workload and tasks in an organised manner
- Have a flexible approach to work, adapting to the needs of the unit.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviour
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s Values and Behaviours.
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Exposure to body fluids, requiring Hepatitis B vaccination.
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.
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).
Closing Date: 27 March 2026
