Go back
CARE Fertility

Specialist Practitioner (Nurse) in Fertility and PhD Research Fellow

The closing date is 26 November 2025

Apply for this job

Job summary

Please only submit applications through Care Fertility website, applications submitted through NHS jobs will not be considered. See the application link within this advert.

A unique opportunity to advance your career in fertility nursing and researchCare Fertility Manchester in partnership with the University of Birmingham, is offering an exciting, fully funded PhD Fellowship for an experienced fertility or reproductive health nurse/midwife.This dual role allows you to combine advanced clinical practice in assisted conception with doctoral research that contributes to evidence-based improvements in reproductive medicine.

Main duties of the job

You will spend half your time providing high-quality fertility care and half undertaking PhD research.Clinical duties include fertility consultations, cycle monitoring, transvaginal ultrasound scanning, treatment coordination, and patient support throughout their fertility journey.The research element involves supervised PhD study, data collection, analysis, and publication, supported by both clinical and academic mentors.

About us

We are the largest private provider of IVF and fertility treatment in the UK. With over 600 dedicated doctors, embryologists, nurses, and support staff, we deliver innovative, patient-focused care using cutting-edge science and technology. At Care Fertility, we are leading the future of fertility healthcare and providing exceptional experiences for our patients.

Details

Date posted

12 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Fully funded PhD studentship and monthly salary

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

E0328-MR13PHD294

Job locations

108-112

Daisy Bank Road

Manchester

M14 5QH


Job description

Job responsibilities

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fertility or reproductive health nurse to undertake a fully funded PhD while working as part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team in assisted conception and reproductive medicine.

The post holder will combine clinical practice in fertility nursing with academic research, contributing to the advancement of evidence-based reproductive care and patient outcomes.

This unique post will enable the successful candidate to develop advanced clinical, academic, and leadership skills within one of the UKs leading fertility centres.

As a member of the Care Family, you will carry out your role in a way that supports and delivers our shared values you are caring, patient-focused, and committed to achieving excellence in every aspect of your work.

As part of the Care Fertility family, your role will embody the organisations core values of Compassion, Collaboration and Expertise.

See the Job Description attached for a full list of duties.

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fertility or reproductive health nurse to undertake a fully funded PhD while working as part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team in assisted conception and reproductive medicine.

The post holder will combine clinical practice in fertility nursing with academic research, contributing to the advancement of evidence-based reproductive care and patient outcomes.

This unique post will enable the successful candidate to develop advanced clinical, academic, and leadership skills within one of the UKs leading fertility centres.

As a member of the Care Family, you will carry out your role in a way that supports and delivers our shared values you are caring, patient-focused, and committed to achieving excellence in every aspect of your work.

As part of the Care Fertility family, your role will embody the organisations core values of Compassion, Collaboration and Expertise.

See the Job Description attached for a full list of duties.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Registered Nurse (Adult) or Midwife with current UK NMC registration
  • Experience in reproductive medicine, womens health, or related field
  • Competence in transvaginal ultrasound scanning
  • Strong communication skills and interest in research

Desirable

  • Nurse or Midwife Prescriber
  • Experience in IVF consultation, audit, or academic writing
  • Masters degree or equivalent

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse (Adult) or Midwife with current UK NMC registration

Desirable

  • Nurse or Midwife Prescriber
  • Masters Degree or equivalent
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Registered Nurse (Adult) or Midwife with current UK NMC registration
  • Experience in reproductive medicine, womens health, or related field
  • Competence in transvaginal ultrasound scanning
  • Strong communication skills and interest in research

Desirable

  • Nurse or Midwife Prescriber
  • Experience in IVF consultation, audit, or academic writing
  • Masters degree or equivalent

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse (Adult) or Midwife with current UK NMC registration

Desirable

  • Nurse or Midwife Prescriber
  • Masters Degree or equivalent

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

CARE Fertility

Address

108-112

Daisy Bank Road

Manchester

M14 5QH


Employer's website

https://www.carefertility.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

CARE Fertility

Address

108-112

Daisy Bank Road

Manchester

M14 5QH


Employer's website

https://www.carefertility.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Details

Date posted

12 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Fully funded PhD studentship and monthly salary

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

E0328-MR13PHD294

Job locations

108-112

Daisy Bank Road

Manchester

M14 5QH


Supporting documents

Privacy notice

CARE Fertility's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)