Laboratory Andrology Practitioner

We are looking for an experienced and qualified Laboratory Andrologist to join our specialist team at the Reproductive Medicine Unit Lab at UCLH. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for diagnosing and treating male reproductive health issues, working with a significant degree of autonomy and responsibility. Your expertise in diagnostic andrology, cryopreservation of sperm samples, and processing TESE samples will be essential to providing top-notch care. Additionally, you will maintain meticulous laboratory records and ensure compliance with safety regulations, including the management of our liquid nitrogen storage facility. At the Reproductive Medicine Unit Lab at UCLH, we are dedicated to advancing reproductive health through innovative solutions and exceptional patient care. Joining us means becoming part of a leading institution committed to excellence and the well-being of our patients. You will work alongside a passionate team of professionals who share your commitment, As a Laboratory Andrologist at Reproductive Medicine Unit Lab at UCLH, you will play a pivotal role in diagnosing and treating male reproductive health issues, contributing to our mission of delivering exceptional patient care. Your main duties will encompass a wide range of clinical, educational, and administrative responsibilities that are crucial for the effective operation of our andrology laboratory. Clinical Responsibilities You will demonstrate specialist expertise in assessing semen samples to diagnose fertility problems. This includes preparing samples for fertility treatments and long-term storage, ensuring adherence to departmental procedures at all times. Your role will involve attending sperm surgical retrieval procedures, where you will process samples in the laboratory and complete the cryopreservation process. Additionally, you will be responsible for the safe use and maintenance of laboratory equipment, including microscopes, centrifuges, and flow hoods. This includes ensuring that all equipment is calibrated and functioning properly, contributing to accurate and reliable test results. You will also oversee the liquid nitrogen storage facility, ensuring it meets the highest safety standards. Participation in the laboratory's out-of-hours on-call rota for equipment monitoring will further demonstrate your commitment to the smooth operation of the lab.

to improving lives. If you are driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference in the field of andrology and thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment, we encourage you to apply. This is your opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of male reproductive health while advancing your career in a fulfilling and impactful way. Join us in our mission to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to our patients

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research. We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing), We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.