Embryologist

About InVia Fertility Specialists

At InVia Fertility Specialists (InVia), we pride ourselves on providing state-of-the-art fertility care in a supportive, patient-centered environment. Our compassionate, highly trained staff understand the emotional and physical journey of fertility treatment, and we strive to ensure every patient feels comfortable, respected, and empowered. Our goal is to help each patient achieve a timely and successful pregnancy.

Responsibilities

• Identifying and retrieving oocytes from follicular fluid using a dissecting microscope
• Loading embryos into a catheter to assist physicians during embryo transfer
• Conducting daily embryo assessments using an inverted microscope
• Performing zona ablation on oocytes and embryos using medical-grade laser technology
• Executing freezing and thawing protocols for surplus oocytes and embryos
• Preparing culture dishes with sterile technique for next-day procedures
• Stocking supplies, performing quality control testing, and maintaining lab equipment
• Monitoring liquid nitrogen storage
• Working primarily under microscopes in our in vitro fertilization laboratory, following strict lab protocols and handling liquid nitrogen and other specialized equipment
• Once trained and deemed competent, working independently on specimen processing, testing, and result reporting

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences with Technical Supervisor (ABB) certification, Master's degree in Biological Sciences, or a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences
• Strong attention to detail, excellent hand-eye coordination, and fine motor skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a team-based environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Schedule

This is a full-time, 40 hour per week position, Monday through Friday during business hours, with rotating coverage for every other weekend and some holidays. This role is based at our Hoffman Estates, IL location.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Critical illness coverage
• Short-term disability
• Voluntary long-term disability
• Voluntary life insurance
• Complimentary life insurance policy for employees