Lana Skien
39 Elliott Rd Menai,NSW
Summary
Dynamic Laboratory Manager at Genea with a proven track record in fostering team collaboration and implementing quality assurance protocols. Results-driven scientific professional, consistently achieving above-average pregnancy results compared to industry standards. Committed to maintaining high standards in embryology practices while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and effective communication. Known for teamwork, adaptability, with a focus on precision and efficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Manager
Genea
Liverpool, NSW
04.2011 - 09.2025
- Fostered a positive working environment by promoting open communication among team members and addressing any conflicts promptly.
- Actively participated in professional conferences and workshops, sharing laboratory best practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by staying up-to-date on industry best practices and adjusting internal policies as necessary.
- Consistently achieved above state average pregnancy results as shown on yourivfsuccess.com.au since 2021 (when website was founded).
Senior Embryologist
Genea
Sydney, NSW
03.2010 - 04.2011
- Streamlined laboratory workflow by implementing efficient protocols and utilizing advanced equipment.
- Maintained a sterile laboratory environment by adhering to strict cleanliness standards, minimizing contamination risks during embryo handling.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to ensure seamless coordination of patient care during fertility treatments.
- Contributed to clinic''s reputation for excellence by consistently maintaining high standards in embryology practices.
- Executed processes such as embryo transfers, egg fertilization, egg retrieval, sperm injection (ICSI), assisting hatching (AH) and sperm preparation for over 40 patients per week.
Embryologist
Fertility First
Hurstville, NSW
09.2004 - 12.2009
- Involved in all aspects of embryology, including oocyte retrievals, sperm preparation, ICSI, embryo development checks, embryo transfer and embryo and semen cryopreservation.
- All areas of andrology including assessment of DNA damage using TUNEL and 80HdG assays.
- Construction of database and analysis of data for statistical analysis.
Trainee Embryologist
IVFAustralia
Westmead, NSW
04.2003 - 09.2004
- Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
- All aspects of embryology and andrology.
Medical Technician
IVFAustralia
Westmead And Chatswood NSW
04.2002 - 04.2003
- Daily operation and maintenance of hormone assay machine to monitor hormone levels of patients undergoing IVF treatment
- Reporting of results to clinicians and nursing staff
- General laboratory maintenance duties
Research Assistant
University Of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW
11.2001 - 04.2002
- Further research and development of techniques to investigate DNA damage in Antarctic moss species caused by UV-B radiation (including DNA extraction and ELISA techniques).
- Maintenance and addition to literature library.
- Supervision of Honours students
Education
Bachelor of Biotechnology Honours - Biotechnology
University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW08-2002
Skills
- Team leadership
- Embryology technical skills (ICSI, embryo biopsy, embryo transfer, vitrification)
- Andrology technical skills (semen analysis manual and automated, cryopreservation)
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Effective team collaboration
- Ethics and integrity
- Procedure monitoring
- Scheduling and coordinating
- Interpersonal relations
Affiliations
- Fertility Society of Australia and New Zealand (FSANZ) member.
- Scientists in Reproductive Technology (SIRT) member.
- Presented poster at FSANZ 2024: Timing of insemination and fertilisation outcomes in standard insemination (IVF).
Values Award Nominations-Genea
2024-nominated by staff in the category of Excellence
2023-runner up in Leadership award
2021-Liverpool team awarded Teams and collaboration award
Timeline
Laboratory Manager
Genea
04.2011 - 09.2025
Senior Embryologist
Genea
03.2010 - 04.2011
Embryologist
Fertility First
09.2004 - 12.2009
Trainee Embryologist
IVFAustralia
04.2003 - 09.2004
Medical Technician
IVFAustralia
04.2002 - 04.2003
Research Assistant
University Of Wollongong
11.2001 - 04.2002
Bachelor of Biotechnology Honours - Biotechnology
University of Wollongong