Company Description
Genea Fertility SA (formerly Fertility SA), located in the heart of Adelaide, and combines more than three decades of experience, expertise, and world-leading technology with an outstanding team of local specialists, nurses, scientists and counsellors. Formed in 2023 as a partnership between Genea Fertility and Fertility SA, the clinic provides South Australian patients with outstanding care and fertility outcomes.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lab Manager for our Embryology Laboratory in Adelaide. The successful candidate will lead our team of embryologists and oversee all aspects of laboratory operations to ensure the highest standards of quality and efficiency in assisted reproductive procedures.
- Manage daily operations of the embryology laboratory, including staff scheduling, quality control, and inventory management
- Oversee and perform advanced embryology techniques, including IVF, ICSI, and embryo biopsy
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements
- Analyze and report laboratory performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care and treatment outcomes
- Train and mentor junior embryologists, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development
- Manage laboratory budget, including equipment procurement and maintenance planning
- Stay current with advancements in the field of assisted reproductive technologies and implement new techniques as appropriate
Qualifications
- Master's or Ph.D. in Embryology, Reproductive Biology, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in embryology laboratory settings
- Previous management or supervisory experience in a clinical laboratory
- Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) certification
- Extensive knowledge of embryology techniques, including IVF, ICSI, and embryo cryopreservation
- Strong understanding of quality control and assurance protocols in clinical laboratories
- Proficiency in data analysis and reporting
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Additional Information
We know it's important to look after our staff, so Genea offers a number of perks including;
- Glow - Our online recognition and rewards portal. Access discounts at over 350+ retailers as well as accessing recipes, fitness classes and mindfulness sessions
- Learning and development – Ongoing opportunities for continuous education through Education Days, internal development, conference opportunities and companywide initiatives
- Supportive and Inclusive work environment - Genea is a Certified Family Friendly workplace 2024/25. As part of this committment, we are constantly working to review and improve working conditions for all staff, catering for their individual needs. This includes 12 weeks paid parental leave after 6 months regardless of gender, flexible work arrangements, access to parents at work for support, access to prima for support and breast feeding rooms.
