Laboratory Manager - Andrology

Job Advert Skip to main content

document.body.className = ((document.body.className) ? document.body.className + ' js-enabled' : 'js-enabled');

Cookies on NHS Jobs

We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site.

To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose.

Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies

Jobs

Menu

• Sign in
• Create an account

• English
• Cymraeg

Menu Close menu

• Search
• Sign in
• Create an account
• Display in Welsh (Cymraeg)

• Search
• Sign in
• Create an account
• Display in Welsh (Cymraeg)

BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service.

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust Laboratory Manager - Andrology

The closing date is 29 September 2026

Apply for this job

Job summary

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

This is a part-time role working 08:00 - 12:00 three days a week

Main duties of the job

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.

About us

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.

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£55,524 to £62,652 a year Pro rata, pa, incl. HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

396-8237764-DE-GV-Z

Job locations

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

***Please see the attached supporting document/s (JD) which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

NB: ensure any supporting statements align with the job description and person specification, as your application will be assessed against these criteria.

Job description

Job responsibilities

***Please see the attached supporting document/s (JD) which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

NB: ensure any supporting statements align with the job description and person specification, as your application will be assessed against these criteria.

Person Specification

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

Person Specification

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

ACU & Fertility Manager

Elaine Taylor

[email protected]

02089342570

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£55,524 to £62,652 a year Pro rata, pa, incl. HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

396-8237764-DE-GV-Z

Job locations

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB

United Kingdom

Supporting documents

Privacy notice

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)

Support links

• Privacy policy
• Terms and conditions
• Accessibility Statement
• Cookies
• Help and guidance

© Crown copyright