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Laboratory Manager - Andrology

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Kingston, KT2 7QBView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£55,524 to £62,652

Contract

Fixed-Term

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

29 September 2026

1 day left

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Scientist or Biomedical Andrologist to lead and manage the diagnostic semen analysis laboratory at Kingston Hos...

To lead and manage the diagnostic semen analysis laboratory at Kingston Hospital. You will be responsible for performing and reporting semen analyses for fertility investigations and post vasectomy testing. You will authorise semen analysis reports and ensure timely distribution of these reports to local GPS, hospital clinics and other local healthcare providers.

There will be opportunities for personal development as the role will encompass management of a lab technician and potential for working towards accreditation of the service.

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Development and staff wellbeing

Your growth and happiness matters to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

Qualifications

Essential: - State registration as a Clinical Scientist or Biomedical Andrologist; - BSc in a biology-based subject

Desirable: - Attendence at ARCS andrology related training courses/ seminars/ workshops

Experience

Essential

  • Competent and experienced in performing semen analysis to WHO Laboratory Manual for Examination and Processing of Human Semen 6th edition guidelines
  • Understands and can interpret the clinical significance of macroscopic and microscopic findings in a semen analysis
  • Competent and experienced in performing semen analysis for post vasectomy

Knowledge

Desirable

  • Knowledge of UKAS accreditation and ISO 23162 standards
  • Knowledge of the HFEA and it's Code of Practice and how this relates to a diagnostic andrology laboratory

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

15 September 2026

Last checked

17 September 2026

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About the employer

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Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

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