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Andrology
Gradd
Band 5
Contract
Parhaol
Oriau
Llawnamser - 37.5 awr yr wythnos
Cyfeirnod y swydd
164-8111942
Cyflogwr
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
Math o gyflogwr
NHS
Gwefan
Queens Medical Centre
Tref
Nottingham
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£32,073 - £39,043 per annum
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27/07/2026 23:59

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Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust logo

Andrology Practitioner

Band 5

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Are you looking to start your career in a fascinating and rewarding area of reproductive healthcare?

NUH Life is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Andrology Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary NHS fertility team. This post is designed to develop specialist expertise in all aspects of diagnostic and therapeutic andrology and is best suited to candidates seeking a long-term career in Male Fertility. 

This is far more than a routine diagnostic laboratory role. Alongside semen analysis, you will gain experience in sperm preparation techniques, male fertility preservation and sperm donor banking - helping patients at some of the most important moments in their lives.

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About You

We're looking for someone who is:

  • Enthusiastic about andrology and reproductive science and has demonstrable education and practical experience in this area.
  • Organised, reliable and able to manage their workload effectively
  • Confident, proactive and able to use their initiative
  • Warm, professional and comfortable working directly with patients
  • Committed to learning and developing specialist andrology skills

What We Offer

  • Comprehensive training in specialist andrology and cryobanking techniques
  • Experience across fertility preservation and donor banking services
  • Direct involvement in patient care within a multidisciplinary fertility team
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • The chance to work in a supportive team delivering high-quality NHS care

If you are excited by the opportunity to develop specialist Andrology skills, work closely with patients and contribute to an inclusive and innovative NHS fertility service, we would love to hear from you.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.

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Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and essential/desirable criteria.

Exact hours of work are to be negotiated but please note we operate primarily Mon-Friday. However some weekend/out of hours work will be required on a rotation basis. Candidates must live or be planning to relocate within 45mins of the Queen’s Medical Centre, have a full driving license and access to a vehicle in order to fulfil on call duties.

Any informal enquiries about the post can be made to the Andrology Service Lead ([email protected]) prior to applying. Please note we do expect a high number of applications and it may be necessary to close the vacancy before the advertised date. We advise you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.

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Training and Qualifications

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Minimum 2:1 in BSc in a relevant Biological Science
Meini prawf dymunol
  • MSc in Reproductive Science
  • ABA certificate (module 1) or equivalent ARCS training module

Experience

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Practical experience in an Andrology or Reproductive Science laboratory
  • Demonstrable commitment and interest in diagnosis and treatment of male infertility
Meini prawf dymunol
  • Experience of patient and donor sample cryopreservation
  • Experience working in a HFEA licensed centre

Communication and Relationship skills

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Excellent written and spoken English in order to convey complex information to patients, relatives, staff and colleagues
  • Able to demonstrate understanding and empathy for all patients requiring our services
Meini prawf dymunol
  • Evidence of Patient/Client contact

Analytical and Judgement skills

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Competent in basic laboratory/technical skills (use of microscopes, pipettes and centrifuges)
  • Practical experience of semen analysis and sperm preparation methods
  • Understanding of current regulation including HFEA’s code of practice
Meini prawf dymunol
  • Knowledge and understanding of quality management within a laboratory setting

Planning and Organisational Skills

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Ability to prioritise conflicting workloads and meet set deadlines
  • Punctual

Physical Skills

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Physical ability to move large/heavy nitrogen cylinders and withstand working at very low temperature for short periods of time with appropriate PPE.
  • Manual dexterity and technical skills associated with the discipline, e.g. use of microscopes, centrifuges, pipettes, cryofreezers
Meini prawf dymunol
  • Experience of handling of liquid nitrogen, filling and operation of nitrogen refrigerators

Role related requirements

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Willing to work unsocial hours as and when required
  • Full driving licence and access to vehicle whilst on call

Bathodynnau ardystio / achredu cyflogwyr

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Gofynion ymgeisio

Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.

Application numbers

Please submit your application form as soon as possible to avoid disappointment; we reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the published closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.

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Enw
Karen Pooley
Teitl y swydd
Andrology Service Lead
Cyfeiriad ebost
[email protected]
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