Senior Embryologist

City Fertility Centre; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

City Fertility Centre in Melbourne seeks a Senior Embryologist to lead and deliver advanced embryology and laboratory services, directly impacting patient outcomes. This role requires guiding a multidisciplinary team to uphold best‑practice lab processes, innovation and compassionate patient care.

You will collaborate with clinicians and scientists, manage donor/surrogacy lab aspects, and drive continuous improvement across the IVF laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Biomedical Science or equivalent, with minimum six years as Clinical Embryologist in human IVF lab.
• Advanced competency in semen prep/analysis, ICSI, embryo culture, grading, cryopreservation, vitrification, thawing, biopsy and transfer.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor and develop team members through coaching, onboarding and training.
• Strong understanding of ART, IVF cycle management, lab accreditation requirements, quality systems and legislation.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving and organizational skills; commitment to patient‑centred care and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced embryology and andrology procedures with high quality and safety.
• Coordinate daily laboratory workflows to support efficient treatment delivery.
• Identify, retrieve and assess oocytes; monitor embryo development during cycles.
• Conduct embryo culture, grading, cryopreservation, vitrification, thawing and transfer procedures.
• Oversee witnessing, quality records and traceability; ensure compliance.
• Coordinate complex procedures including Pre‑implantation Genetic Testing (PGT).
• Mentor Embryologists, Trainee Embryologists and Laboratory Assistants.
• Support donor and surrogacy program lab activities in line with standards.
• Monitor equipment performance and consumables inventory; maintain documentation.
• Support accreditation activities and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Embryology expertise

Lab leadership

IVF procedures

Quality systems

On‑call availability

Education

Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Job description

Over 21,000 babies and countless smiles for more than 21 years.

As one of Australia’s leading IVF and fertility service groups, we combine cutting‑edge science with compassionate care. Our partnership with the CHA IVF global network gives us access to world‑class expertise and innovation.

Why Join Us?

At City Fertility, you will be part of a progressive, people‑centred organisation where compassion, respect, commitment and quality care are at the heart of everything we do.

Be part of a global network with world‑class fertility expertise

Work in a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive team environment

Access ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day

About the role

As a Senior Embryologist, you will play a pivotal role in delivering outstanding embryology and laboratory services that directly impact patient outcomes. You will provide advanced scientific expertise across IVF laboratory procedures while leading, mentoring and developing team members to achieve the highest standards of clinical excellence.

Working closely with clinicians, scientists and multidisciplinary teams, you will help ensure every patient receives the highest quality care, supported by best‑practice laboratory processes, innovation and a genuine commitment to helping families grow.

What you will do

• Perform advanced embryology and andrology procedures while maintaining the highest standards of quality and patient safety
• Coordinate daily laboratory workflows to support efficient treatment delivery and positive patient outcomes
• Identify, retrieve and assess oocytes and monitor embryo development throughout treatment cycles
• Conduct embryo culture, grading, cryopreservation, vitrification, thawing and embryo transfer procedures
• Oversee witnessing and critical control processes to ensure compliance and traceability
• Coordinate complex laboratory procedures, including Pre‑implantation Genetic Testing (PGT) programs
• Communicate scientific information clearly and compassionately to clinicians, patients and colleagues
• Provide expert scientific recommendations to support clinical decision‑making
• Lead, mentor and develop Embryologists, Trainee Embryologists and Laboratory Assistants
• Manage laboratory aspects of donor and surrogacy programs in accordance with relevant standards and legislation
• Monitor laboratory environments, equipment performance and consumable inventory requirements
• Prepare and present laboratory data, statistics and operational insights as required
• Maintain accurate documentation, quality records and patient information systems
• Support accreditation activities, audits and continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide laboratory leadership and operational support when required

What we are looking for

• Bachelor of Biomedical Science or equivalent tertiary qualification in a relevant scientific discipline, with a minimum of six years' experience as a Clinical Embryologist within a Human IVF laboratory environment or equivalent experience as determined by the Scientific Director.
• Demonstrated advanced competency across core IVF laboratory procedures, including semen preparation and analysis, ICSI, standard insemination, embryo culture, embryo grading, cryopreservation, vitrification, thawing, embryo biopsy and embryo transfer procedures.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor and develop team members through coaching, onboarding, training, performance support and the promotion of a positive, respectful and collaborative workplace culture.
• Strong understanding of Assisted Reproductive Technology, IVF cycle management, fertility laboratory accreditation requirements, quality systems, relevant legislation and continuous improvement principles, with the ability to apply this knowledge in practice.
• Highly developed communication, problem‑solving and organisational skills, with a demonstrated commitment to Compassion, Respect, Commitment, Quality and Communication in the delivery of patient‑centred fertility care, including participation in on‑call, weekend and public holiday rosters as required.

Please note that as this is an on‑site role, successful candidates will need to be able to work on‑site across various clinic locations.

Alternatively, you can find all our opportunities at City Fertility Career Opportunities: https://www.cityfertility.com.au/about-us/career-opportunities/

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