Junior Embryologist

About the role

The Junior Embryologist position is available at Shady Grove Fertility in Clear Lake, Texas. The schedule is Monday through Friday, from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM with weekend and holiday rotations.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and culture oocytes
• Prepare sperm and inseminate oocytes
• Assess and select embryos for transfer
• Perform embryo vitrification, storage, and warming
• Prepare all media used with human gametes
• Conduct diagnostic semen analysis
• Prepare and care for gametes/embryos throughout the laboratory process, including IVF, ICSI, VIT, ET, thaw, and PGD
• Cryopreserve and thaw embryos at varying stages of development
• Assess fertilization and zygote quality following insemination
• Record and report results in Artworks
• Perform TBSA, PESA, TESA, and TESE collections
• Denude oocytes and perform ICSI insemination
• Conduct PGD biopsy
• Manage embryo discharge and storage
• Track donor sperm and embryos in compliance with FDA regulations

Qualifications and Skills

• Must have appropriate college degree and graduated with a “B” average or greater in a relevant laboratory science; 3.0 or above overall GPA strongly preferred
• Minimum 1 year of Embryology Experience
• Must demonstrate the ability to function effectively without direct supervision, and to perform laboratory services in accord with the Laboratory Philosophy and Operating Standards
• Proven ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer
• Knowledge of office procedures and office machines (i.e. computer, fax, copier, etc.)
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to work in a high standard, stressful environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Full-Time Employees: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition assistance and professional development support, performance-based bonus opportunities, generous paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave, life and disability benefits, fertility discount program, employee wellness and recognition programs
• Part-Time Employees: 401(k) with company match, performance-based bonus opportunities, employee wellness and recognition programs
• Per Diem Employees: 401(k) with company match, employee wellness and recognition programs