Medical Biological Scientist: Reproductive Biology / Clinical Embryology

Requirements

Professional registration and qualifications, An appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Biological Scientist – Reproductive Biology/Clinical Embryology Current registration with the HPCSA in the relevant category is required. Additional Knowledge: At least 1 year experience in a reproductive medicine unit Experience: Grade 1: No experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Biological Scientist (Reproductive Biology/Clinical Embryology) for South African-qualified employees. One year's relevant experience after HPCSA registration for foreign-qualified employees who are not required to perform community service in South Africa. Grade 2: Minimum of 10 years' relevant experience after HPCSA registration for South African- qualified employees. Minimum of 11 years' relevant experience after HPCSA registration for foreign-qualified employees who are not required to perform community service in South Africa. Grade 3 Minimum of 20 years' relevant experience after HPCSA registration for South African-qualified employees. Minimum of 21 years' relevant experience after HPCSA registration for foreign- qualified employees who are not required to perform community service in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

The incumbent should be able to demonstrate the following Scientific excellence strong knowledge of reproductive biology and contemporary embryology. Technical competence proficiency in ART laboratory techniques and a commitment to maintaining high technical standards. Attention to detail 161 meticulous handling, identification and documentation of reproductive material. Integrity and accountability recognition of the ethical and professional responsibilities associated with handling human gametes and embryos. Teaching and mentorship willingness to contribute to the development of future reproductive health professionals. Research and innovation commitment to advancing infertility care through research, audit and evidence-based practice. Adaptability and leadership ability to contribute to the ongoing development of a high-quality tertiary ART service. Teamwork ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary tertiary healthcare environment. Communication clear, respectful and professional communication with patients and colleagues. This post reports to Head of Reproductive Medicine Unit, department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology The successful candidate will work collaboratively with reproductive medicine specialists, obstetricians and gynaecologists, nurses, laboratory personnel and other members of the multidisciplinary team to support couples and individuals undergoing fertility assessment and assisted reproductive treatment.

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An Application for Employment Form (Z83) must be completed and forwarded. This is obtainable from any Public Service Department or from the website www.kznhealth.gov.za. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of qualifications, proof of registration and other relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates only which may be submitted to HR on or before the day of the interview. Original signed letter from your current employer, confirming current and appropriate work experience related to the requirements and recommendations of the advert to be submitted only when shortlisted. People with disabilities should feel free to apply for the posts. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83, e.g. ref APRO/1/2006. Please note that failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. It is the shortlisted candidate’s responsibility to have the foreign qualification, which is the requirement of the post, evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation on or before the day of the interview. Failure to comply will result in the application not being considered. The selected candidate will be subjected to a pre-employment screening and verification process including a CIPC (Companies Intellectual Property Commission) screening. Due to the large number of applications we receive, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged. Should you not be advised within 60 days of the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful. Please note that due to financial constraints, there will be no payment of S&T Claims. This Hospital is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer whose aim is to promote representatively in all levels of all occupational categories in the Hospital. Person with disabilities and African males are encouraged to apply. Please note that other race groups are also not restricted from applying. IALCH invites applications from suitably qualified and motivated Medical Biological Scientists specialising in Reproductive Biology/Clinical Embryology to join its newly established multidisciplinary infertility and assisted reproductive technology (ART) service in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. CLOSING DATE : 28 September 2026