Lead IVF Embryologist - Advanced Lab Leader

Mediclinic Middle East; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

Mediclinic Middle East is seeking a senior Embryology Lead to provide advanced embryology services in the IVF laboratory. You will lead and supervise the embryology team, work closely with clinicians to optimise outcomes, ensure quality, compliance and continuous improvement across ART procedures.

The role encompasses technical leadership, mentorship, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, plus involvement in research and development of improved lab techniques and protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science/Health Sciences with emphasis on Human Embryology.
• Master's degree in Assisted Reproductive Technologies or Clinical Embryology.
• Valid or eligible DHA/DOH/MOH Embryologist license.
• Minimum 5 years in an IVF lab with hands-on embryology procedures.
• 8 years' IVF lab experience and multi-site/JCI exposure desired.
• Experience with embryology research or quality assurance programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced embryology and andrology procedures including ICSI, embryo culture, transfer, biopsy, cryopreservation.
• Ensure efficient lab operations, equipment safety and quality control.
• Maintain high standards of QA, documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Provide training, supervision and mentorship to embryologists and staff.
• Collaborate with clinicians and multidisciplinary teams throughout cycles.
• Contribute to research and implementation of improved lab techniques.

Skills

IVF lab

Embryology

ICSI

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's in Medical Lab Sci

Master's in ART/Clinical Embryology

Job description

Mediclinic Middle East is seeking a senior Embryology Lead to provide advanced embryology services in the IVF laboratory. You will lead and supervise the embryology team, work closely with clinicians to optimise outcomes, ensure quality, compliance and continuous improvement across ART procedures.

The role encompasses technical leadership, mentorship, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, plus involvement in research and development of improved lab techniques and protocols.