Senior Embryologist

Queensland Fertility Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Fertility Group – Spring Hill QLD is seeking a Senior Embryologist for a fixed term maternity cover based in Spring Hill, Brisbane. The role requires delivering high-quality embryology and andrology services within an accredited laboratory, supporting quality and patient-centred care.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team across IVF technologies, with opportunities to contribute to research and innovation while ensuring compliance and safety in a leading fertility provider.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science with training and experience in reproductive biology and ART.
• Significant experience in clinical embryology and/or andrology.
• Strong technical expertise across IVF laboratory procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience in embryo biopsy and PGT procedures.
• Understanding of laboratory quality management systems.
• Experience working in an accredited laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform embryology and andrology procedures independently.
• Conduct semen analysis and sperm preparation for IUI, IVF and ICSI.
• Culture and manipulate gametes and embryos.
• Perform embryo grading and assessment for transfer and cryopreservation.
• Undertake cryopreservation of gametes and embryos.
• Perform embryo biopsy for PGT following competency-based training.
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and patient records.
• Participate in internal and external quality assurance programs.
• Support training and mentoring of developing scientists.
• Collaborate with clinicians, nurses and scientists to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.
• Contribute to research, innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Embryology

Andrology

IVF lab procedures

Documentation

Communication

Quality systems

Embryo biopsy

Education

Bachelor of Science

MSc (preferred)

Job description

Queensland Fertility Group – Spring Hill QLD

Fixed term / maternity cover | Spring Hill, Brisbane

Queensland Fertility Group (QFG)

Help create healthy families through scientific excellence, innovation and compassionate care.

At Queensland Fertility Group (QFG), part of the Virtus Health network, we are passionate about helping people create healthy families.

As one of Australia's leading fertility providers, we combine advanced reproductive science, leading clinical expertise and patient-centred care to support individuals and couples on their path to parenthood.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Embryologist to join our high-performing Embryology team for a fixed term maternity cover basis, based in Spring Hill, Brisbane.

Why Join Us?

• Work with one of Australia's leading fertility and IVF providers
• Be part of a highly skilled and collaborative scientific team
• Access leading reproductive technologies and laboratory practices
• Contribute to life-changing patient outcomes every day
• Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
• Opportunity to contribute to research, innovation and continuous improvement

About the Role

As a Senior Embryologist, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality embryology and andrology services within an accredited laboratory environment.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will utilise your technical expertise across a broad range of reproductive technologies while supporting quality, compliance and exceptional patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform embryology and andrology procedures independently
• Conduct semen analysis and sperm preparation for IUI, IVF and ICSI
• Culture and manipulate gametes and embryos
• Perform embryo grading and assessment for transfer and cryopreservation
• Undertake cryopreservation of gametes and embryos
• Perform embryo biopsy for PGT following competency-based training
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and patient records
• Participate in internal and external quality assurance programs
• Support training and mentoring of developing scientists
• Collaborate with clinicians, nurses and scientists to deliver exceptional patient outcomes
• Contribute to research, innovation and continuous improvement initiatives

About You

You are a skilled embryologist who is passionate about scientific excellence and delivering meaningful outcomes for patients and families.

You will bring:

• A degree in Science with training and experience in reproductive biology and assisted reproductive technologies
• Significant experience in clinical embryology and/or andrology
• Strong technical expertise across IVF laboratory procedures
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• A commitment to quality, continuous improvement and patient-centred care
• Higher qualifications in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. MSc)
• Previous experience in embryo biopsy and PGT procedures
• Understanding of laboratory quality management systems
• Experience working within an accredited laboratory environment

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At Virtus, diversity, equity and inclusion are fundamental to who we are. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and supported to thrive.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, experiences, ages, abilities and identities.

Join a team dedicated to scientific excellence, innovation and exceptional patient care.