IVF Lab Technician II

Alta Genetics

52d•Onsite

About The Position

Trans Ova Genetics is seeking a full-time IVF Lab Technician II to join their team in Fort Scott, KS! Join a highly skilled team where precision, quality, and continuous learning are central to everything we do. This role offers hands-on involvement across the full embryology process, opportunities for cross-training, and the chance to contribute directly to industry-leading reproductive technologies. If you are detail-oriented, adaptable, and motivated to grow in a fast-paced, collaborative lab environment, we encourage you to apply. Our ideal candidate would be passionate about laboratory procedures and client satisfaction. Trans Ova Genetics provides in-depth training that provides a solid foundation prior to supporting client production and would require eight-twelve weeks at our training facility, which is critical to the success of this role. Trans Ova Genetics, a member of the URUS Group, provides industry-leading reproductive technologies and expertise to cattle breeders through a unique professional services team that works closely with clients to understand their breeding goals and ultimately help clients advance and extend superior genetics. Trans Ova Genetics understands the process that will help multiply a herd’s genetic success. Reproductive technologies such as embryo transfer, in-vitro fertilization (IVF), sexed-semen, genetic preservation, and cloning are considered the reproductive “tools” available for breeders looking to achieve specific breeding and reproductive goals. Internationally recognized as a source of superior animal husbandry and reproductive expertise, Trans Ova Genetics offers an integrated system of regional centers, satellite stations, and on-farm application of reproductive technologies. Trans Ova's headquarters are in Sioux Center, Iowa, but we have many offices and satellite centers across the country. On-going research and applied science allow Trans Ova Genetics to develop and implement new technologies to help move the science of bovine genetic improvement forward. Trans Ova is dedicated to meeting the requirements of their customers and to continual improvement. TOG has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. As a holding company with cooperative and private ownership, URUS is a family of businesses at the heart of the dairy and beef industry – Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS. Each organization has its unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services to maximize conceptions, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS has 9 brands in 17 retail countries and employs nearly 2,800 people globally.

Requirements

Years of service: 2-7 years of TOG or industry experience
Education Requirements: B.S. in Animal Science or a related field; or a Veterinary Technician degree.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Ability to sit for long periods of time behind a microscope, in a clean lab setting.
Ability to work under a laminar flow hood.
Good hand-eye coordination.
Handling dexterity is required for manipulation of equipment and small objects.
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, color recognition, depth perception, and ability to adjust to focus.
Ability to work with liquid nitrogen.
Some travel may be required.
Strong attention to detail and organization.
Flexibility to accommodate changes in work hours and schedules based on production needs and seasonal workload.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment as well as possess effective communication skills.
Willingness to develop and grow both personally and professionally.