JD Healthcare Group is one of the UK's leading fertility and reproductive healthcare providers, operating brands including London Women's Clinic, London Egg Bank, London Sperm Bank, KindIVF, Surrey Park Women's Clinic and Elective Egg Freezing across the United Kingdom. Since 1985, we have been supporting individuals and families through some of the most significant journeys of their lives — combining world-class clinical expertise with genuine human care. Everything we do is driven by a shared purpose: helping people build the families they dream of.
About The Role
As an Andrologist at JD Healthcare, you'll play a vital specialist role in our IVF laboratory, taking responsibility for the analysis and preparation of male reproductive samples across a range of fertility treatments. Working within a close-knit multidisciplinary team, you'll apply your expertise in semen analysis, sperm preparation and cryopreservation to directly support patient care — from IUI through to IVF and ICSI cycles. This is a role that demands precision, scientific rigour and a genuine commitment to quality at every stage. If you're an experienced andrologist looking to develop your practice in a specialist fertility setting, we'd love to hear from you.
What You Will Do
- Perform advanced semen analysis in line with WHO guidelines, assessing concentration, motility, morphology and vitality to the highest standards of accuracy
- Carry out a range of sperm preparation techniques — including density gradient centrifugation, swim-up and Zymot — for IVF, ICSI and IUI procedures
- Process and prepare surgical sperm retrieval samples (PESA, TESA, micro-TESE) in close collaboration with the clinical team
- Perform sperm cryopreservation and thawing, ensuring optimal post-thaw recovery and quality at all times
- Authorise imports of London Sperm Bank and external bank samples, arranging these in line with relevant SOPs and protocols
- Maintain accurate documentation and full sample traceability, ensuring compliance with HFEA regulations and laboratory quality standards
- Undertake routine quality control, equipment maintenance and audit participation, contributing to continuous service improvement
- Communicate results clearly with embryologists and clinicians, actively contributing to treatment planning and patient management discussions
Essential
- Degree in Biology, Biomedical Sciences or a related discipline
- 2–3 years' experience in andrology or sperm banking
- Strong working knowledge of WHO semen analysis guidelines and HFEA regulatory requirements
- Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to accurate documentation and sample traceability
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary laboratory team
- Flexible approach to working patterns, including weekend rota cover
- MSc or equivalent qualification in Reproductive Science or a related field
- Familiarity with i-Match or equivalent sample management systems
- Experience supporting training, quality management or service development initiatives
- Knowledge of emerging trends and advances in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART)
- 32 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Life assurance
- Pension plan
- Workplace Nursery Scheme
- MyGym discounts
- Staff treatment discounts
- EV Car Scheme and Cycle2Work
- Perkbox benefits platform
- Health and wellness programmes
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
JD Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
