Clinical Scientist/Embryologist

CARE Fertility; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fertility treatment provider in Leeds is seeking a passionate Clinical Embryologist. In this role, you will perform vital laboratory duties to support patient care, including ICSI and embryo biopsy. The ideal candidate is state-registered with ICSI training and committed to delivering outstanding care. You will have opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team environment. Benefits include 33 days of annual leave, life assurance, and more.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Life assurance

Retail discounts

Well-being hub

Holiday trading

Qualifications

• State-registered and ICSI-trained Clinical Embryologist.
• Experience in routine embryological duties.
• Passionate about delivering outstanding patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine embryological duties including ICSI and embryo biopsy.
• Coordinate treatment cycles with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Provide the best possible treatment experience for patients.

Skills

ICSI training

Biopsy training

Professionalism

Curiosity

Compassion

Education

State registration as Clinical Embryologist

Tools

CareMaps-AI

Computer-assisted semen analysis

Genetic testing systems

Automated sperm oxidative stress testing

AI-based oocyte viability assessments

Job description

At Care Fertility, you wont just be part of a team youll be part of something extraordinary. As a Clinical Embryologist, youll play a vital role in all aspects of laboratory work, including

• oocyte collection, sperm preparation and freezing
• insemination and ICSI
• fertilisation and embryo assessment
• embryo freezing and transfer, and oocyte cryopreservation all tailored to your level of training

If youre trained in biopsy, there are opportunities to get involved there too. You'll join a welcoming, forward-thinking team that values collaboration and actively encourages new ideas. We foster a supportive environment where your voice matters especially when it comes to refining and improving protocols.

What You Can Expect from Us

At Care Fertility, were proud to be the UKs largest private provider of fertility treatment and we aim to be the best employer of Clinical Scientists in the sector.

Please apply directly via our website (link within the advert) as any applications through NHS jobs will not be considered.

Main duties of the job

Youll have access to a wealth of cutting-edge technology, including:

• CareMaps-AI
• Genetic testing cycles
• Computer-assisted semen analysis
• Automated sperm oxidative stress testing
• AI-based oocyte viability assessments

We're committed to your professional growth. Our structured career framework and dedicated Learning & Development team will support you every step of the way.

Whether you're preparing for STP or aspiring to a Laboratory Manager role, you'll benefit from:

• Internal training programmes
• Funded external courses
• A clear path for career progression

We celebrate hard work and great results and foster a culture of respect, collaboration, and shared success.

What We're Looking For

You're a state-registered, ICSI-trained Clinical Embryologist who is passionate about delivering outstanding care and understands the vital role of the laboratory in the patient journey. Biopsy training is an advantage, but not essential. Above all, you bring professionalism, curiosity, and compassion to everything you do.

About us

This is a permanent position based at Care Fertility Leeds, Seacroft Hospital, York Rd, Seacroft, Leeds LS14 6UH. The core working days are Monday to Friday with weekend cover on a rota and bank holiday work included.

We offer

• 33 Days annual leave (inc. public holidays)
• Life assurance
• A range of other benefits including retail discounts, a wellbeing hub, holiday trading

We are Care Fertility, were the largest private provider of IVF and fertility treatment in the UK. We draw on the knowledge of our wider team of over 600 dedicated doctors, embryologists, nurses and support teams who all work together to ensure our patients get the very best fertility treatment. We are leading the future of fertility healthcare and we help our patients through the most innovative science supported by exceptional and intuitive digital experience.

This post is subject to a DBS check.

Job responsibilities

As a Clinical Scientist you will perform a range of routine embryological duties including ICSI and embryo biopsy. You will work with the multi-disciplinary team in coordinating treatment cycles and providing our patients with the best possible treatment experience and as a team giving each patient the very best chance of success. As a member of the Care Family, you will carry out your roles in a way that supports and delivers our shared values. You are caring, patient focused and committed to do your best.

See the Job Description attached which outlines full duties.

Person Specification

Experience: Biopsy training is an advantage, but not essential. Above all, you bring professionalism, curiosity, and compassion to everything you do.

Qualifications

Youre a state-registered, ICSI-trained Clinical Embryologist.

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.