Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Senior Andrologist

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee advanced andrology and reproductive laboratory procedures within a fertility clinic setting.
• Support male fertility evaluation, endocrine testing, and assisted reproductive technologies (ART) by performing semen analyses, sperm preparation, hormone testing, and laboratory quality management while ensuring compliance with California laboratory regulations.
• Perform diagnostic semen analysis according to WHO guidelines and laboratory protocols.
• Conduct advanced sperm function testing, including: morphology assessment, motility and vitality analysis, sperm concentration and total motile count, DNA fragmentation testing, when applicable.
• Prepare sperm samples for Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART), including: Intrauterine Insemination (IUI), In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI).
• Process surgical sperm retrieval specimens, including: TESA, PESA, Micro-TESA.
• Review, validate, and accurately report andrology laboratory testing results.
• Perform and oversee reproductive endocrinology testing related to fertility diagnostics.
• Operate immunoassay analyzers, including Roche Cobas e411, for hormone testing such as: FSH, LH, estradiol, progesterone, AMH, testosterone, hCG, prolactin.
• Conduct and document CAP Proficiency Testing (PT) in compliance with CLIA and CDPH requirements.
• Troubleshoot analyzer performance issues and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, calibration checks, and functional verification of instrumentation.
• Monitor assay performance and maintain quality documentation for regulatory inspections.
• Maintain compliance with California Clinical Laboratory licensing regulations.
• Implement and maintain laboratory quality assurance and quality control programs.
• Perform method validation, verification studies, and instrument performance evaluations.
• Auxiliary in preparation for CAP, CLIA, FDA, and CDPH laboratory inspections.
• Maintain laboratory documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality records.
• Remain current on laboratory operating procedures, quality systems, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA safety requirements and infection control procedures.
• Support laboratory inventory management and cost-control efforts while maintaining high-quality laboratory services.
• Supervise, mentor, and train andrology laboratory personnel.
• Ensure staff competency assessments and continuing education compliance.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and revision of laboratory SOPs.
• Participate in internal audits, regulatory inspections, and laboratory readiness activities.
• Promote a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with reproductive endocrinologists, urologists, embryologists, and nursing staff.
• Provide technical consultation regarding male fertility testing, sperm preparation methods, and endocrine testing results.
• Participate in multidisciplinary patient case discussions and treatment planning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support excellent patient outcomes and achieve laboratory objectives.

Requirements

• Minimum five (5) years of laboratory experience in fertility, andrology, reproductive medicine, or related clinical laboratory environments.
• Experience performing semen analysis and sperm preparation for ART procedures.
• Experience performing reproductive endocrinology testing and hormone immunoassay testing.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting Roche Cobas e411 or similar immunoassay analyzers.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, physicians, and team members.
• Ability to work weekends, early mornings, overtime, and on-call schedules as needed.
• Ability to travel and provide support to satellite laboratory locations when required.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Clinical Laboratory Science, Biology, Biochemistry, Medical Technology, or a related scientific field – required.
• Master's Degree in a related scientific discipline – preferred.
• Active California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) License issued by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) – required.