Embryologist

Main Objective of the Role

To provide expertise in all operational aspects for the Embryology Lab and in delivery of lab objectives

Detailed duties & objectives

Clinical:

1. Searching for oocytes during follicular puncture.

2. Performing the various assisted reproduction techniques (IVF and ICSI).

3. Evaluating the quality of embryos.

4. Evaluating the results obtained together with the rest of the Laboratory in order to achieve optimum embryo development in the best possible conditions.

5. Freezing and thawing of embryos.

6. Writing a final report on each cycle for each patient.

7. Informing patients of the results of treatment.

8. Performing biopsies in cases where these are necessary.

9. Controlling and performing the diagnosis and preparation of infectious and non-infectious semen samples from patients who attend the IVF Laboratory.

10. Processing and freezing samples of spermatozoa extracted from the testicles and/or epididymis.

11. Preparing primary cultures of endometrial epithelial cells.

12. Preparing culture media.

Operational:

1. Monitoring the functioning and quality of the IVF equipment to maximize its performance.

2. Attending conferences and taking part in training activities.

3. Performing all functions entrusted to them in relation to the mission of their Management in order to contribute to the smooth running of NIF.

4. Responsible for all the procedures, material and staff related to the IVF and Andrology laboratories.

5. Stock control of culture media and disposables as well as consumption monitoring.

6. Placing orders for materials and monitoring batches of products and materials used in the Laboratory.

7. Cleaning and sterilising the material used in the laboratory, such as test tube racks, automatic pipettes, incubators, etc. Monitoring of the junior embryologists training.

8. Proper data collection and update for the presentations at the monthly result meetings of the clinics and whenever required.

9. Ultimate responsible for patient report s generated from the IVF and Andrology Laboratories.

10. Involved in both production and promotion of scientific activity related with the IVF and Andrology laboratories.