Senior Embryologist — IVF Lab (Maternity Cover)

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 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.