Junior Embryologist

US Fertility•Menlo Park, CA

14h•Hybrid

About The Position

Build What Matters Most—Families, Futures, and Your Career Enjoy meaningful work while contributing to an organization that changes lives every day. US Fertility, the nation’s leading partnership of physician-led fertility practices, is redefining what it means to build a career in reproductive medicine. Our team members choose to build their career home at US Fertility because of the hope we inspire in our patients, the lives we help bring into the world, and the culture of excellence we foster across our organization. We share a deep commitment to continuously improving the patient experience and advancing research and development in one of the most dynamic and impactful fields of medicine. Through our national network of premier fertility centers—including Reproductive Science Center of the Bay Area—we combine clinical expertise, scientific innovation, and compassionate care. The work we do building families offers purpose, challenge, and personal reward—and we’re just getting started. Opportunity Overview We have an immediate opening for a Junior Embryologist to join our team at Reproductive Science Center of the Bay Area in Menlo Park, California as needed in San Ramon, California. Schedule: Monday through Friday, from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays. Compensation: $73,000 per year (commensurate with experience). This role provides the opportunity to grow within a nationally respected organization while remaining closely connected to the patients and teams you support every day. How You’ll Contribute At US Fertility, collaboration is fundamental to how we work. There is undeniable strength in numbers—and support is always within reach. Whether collaborating with more than 200 highly respected physicians nationwide or partnering with colleagues who are passionate about solving meaningful problems, you’ll be surrounded by a team committed to shared success.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Biology or related field required
1+ years of related laboratory experience
Ability to work weekends and holidays on a rotating basis with other teammates
Ability to work independently
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work as part of a team
Good research skills
Tech savvy
Flexibility and willingness to learn at all times
Excellent multi-tasking abilities, communication and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Artisan and Matcher experience is a plus
Experience with trophectoderm biopsy is preferred

Responsibilities

Undertake embryology laboratory procedures as directed
Attention to detail with an awareness and understanding of the sensitive and confidential nature of ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology) treatment
Comply with HIPAA privacy regulations
Training in latest technologies including, but not limited to: trophetoderm biopsy, oocyte vitrification, and complex micromanipulation skills
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of reproductive biology including the male and female reproductive system
Demonstrate excellent clinical skills and be able to lead and work in a team environment
Must be comfortable with the physical handling of oocytes, embryos and semen including hazardous specimens
Management of aseptic techniques
Must be competent in the correct assessment and grading of oocyte, embryo and sperm morphology
Perform clerical tasks diligently and follow established protocols and laboratory guidelines
Meticulous data entry into computer databases and software programs
Ability to maintain detailed and accurate patient logs and laboratory reports
Communicate detailed information to patients, staff and regulatory bodies
Desire to develop and coordinate clinical research projects
Develops and completes research projects which are publishable
Provides support for manuscript preparation and editing
Provides support for CAP inspection preparedness and inspections
Desire to obtain additional competency certification by the American Board of Bioanalysis
Clear, professional and timely communication with staff, physicians and patients
Participate in Continuing Technical Improvement exercises
Maintain technical proficiency in routine laboratory procedures
Assist in the preparation of routine and ad hoc analyses of data relating to performance of the laboratory and individual technologists and to specific research projects
Performs all procedures required for IVF cycles, including medium and dish preparation, egg retrieval, sperm preparation, fertilization check, embryo evaluation, cryopreservation and thawing, transfer, ICSI and assisted hatching.
Performs all andrology services, including preparation of semen samples for artificial inseminations and IVF, cryopreservation of sperm, and complete sperm analysis assessed by World Health Organization (WHO) standards
Performs laboratory quality control (QC), quality assessment (QA), and participates in quality improvement (QI) programs, record keeping and collection of data
Participates in research on oocytes cryopreservation, oocyte maturation, preimplantation genetic diagnosis and related research
Performs other duties as assigned, and in keeping with company policies, procedures and standards of patient care and initiatives toward continuous improvement at the individual and organizational level
Perform daily embryology (set-up’s / egg retrievals / ICSI-IVF / fertilization –embryo development checks / embryo transfers / cryopreservation / testicular Bx preps-Cryo / embryo Bx for PGD) and reporting
Process semen specimens for artificial insemination/IVF-ICSI, hyaluran sperm binding assays and cryopreservation
Maintain, organize, scan and file patient results, making sure that all records are complete, including physician signatures, and accurate.
Confirm results on the patient ART Summary sheets in EMR
Perform and maintain quality control records on all materials associated with the IVF lab and process
Insure that all laboratory procedures have properly consented prior to performing them
Communicate directly with physicians regarding daily IVF/ICSI and embryo development outcomes
Perform quality assurance and preventative maintenance QUA
Maintain, clean and disinfect of the IVF Lab and its equipment (especially the incubators)
Inform and work with nurses to coordinate daily procedure scheduling
Work with the Lab supervisor to maintain ART records for SART
Other duties as assigned