Professional Services Embryologist

FARM SYSTEMS • Onida, SD

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About The Position

We’re looking for a driven and detail‑oriented Professional Services
Embryologist to play a hands‑on role in supporting clients, veterinarians, and
embryologists in Onida, SD. In this dynamic position, you’ll play a vital role
during in-clinic procedures with occasional travel to farms across the Plains
Region. Services include assisting with embryo transfers and performing
essential lab procedures that directly impact breeding success.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, enjoy both on‑farm and laboratory
work, and want to be part of an innovative team shaping the future of animal
genetics, this is the opportunity for you. Bring your passion for animal
science, your precision in the lab, and your commitment to exceptional client
service—and help us elevate outcomes for producers nationwide.

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

• BS in Animal Science or a related field; or a Veterinary Technician degree.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time behind a microscope.
• Good hand-eye coordination.
• Handling dexterity is required for manipulation of equipment and small objects.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, color/pattern recognition, depth perception, and ability to adjust to focus.
• Ability to work with liquid nitrogen.
• Travel is required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous embryology experience highly desired but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to interact well with internal and external clients.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate on‑farm embryo transfer trips and OPU collections, including gathering client details and ensuring embryos and supplies are on‑site ahead of schedule.
• Maintain strong client communication and professional relationships, providing updates on transfer schedules, results, and any follow‑up needs.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with fresh and frozen embryo transfers during seasonal peak periods.
• Perform OPU and IVF lab procedures, including preparing work areas, media preparation, oocyte searching/handling, filter prep, and proper incubator management.
• Process, search, rinse, wash, grade, freeze, and thaw embryos according to IETS and Trans Ova protocols for both conventional and IVF programs.
• Maintain accurate labeling, data entry, and inventory records, including embryo inventories, nitrogen tank levels, and documentation from flushes and transfers.
• Uphold laboratory sanitation, safety standards, and compliance, following all Trans Ova policies, protocols, and workplace safety expectations.
• Collaborate with internal teams—including sales, marketing, shipping, and production—and perform additional duties as assigned to support daily operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees