Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems
Embryologist
Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Overview
The mission of the REI division embryology and andrology labs is to assist with the diagnosis and treatment of our patients. The primary responsibility of this position is to operate high quality andrology and assisted reproductive technology (ART) laboratories. This includes ensuring compliance with applicable regulations including CLIA, CAP, FDA and SART; completing QA and QC activities; performing semen analyses and sperm washes; performing ART procedures including oocyte identification, oocyte insemination, intracytoplasmic sperm insemination, embryo culture and assisted hatching; assisting with embryo biopsy for PGD/PGS; and assisting with embryo transfer. Teaching occasional medical students and graduate students in the laboratory regarding embryology and andrology techniques is also expected.
Responsibilities
Operate high quality andrology and ART laboratories, ensuring regulatory compliance (CLIA, CAP, FDA, SART).
Complete QA and QC activities and perform semen analyses and sperm washes.
Perform ART procedures including oocyte identification, oocyte insemination, intracytoplasmic sperm insemination (ICSI), embryo culture and assisted hatching.
Assist with embryo biopsy for PGD/PGS and assist with embryo transfer.
Contribute to teaching and supervise/mentor medical students and graduate students in laboratory techniques related to embryology and andrology.
Qualifications
Experience REQUIRED:
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in andrology or embryology laboratories.
Experience PREFERRED:
Experience in an academic medical center.
Education/training REQUIRED:
B.S. in biology or related field.
Education/training PREFERRED:
N/A
Independent action(s) required:
Day to day work is performed with minimal guidance.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):
N/A
Additional position requirements:
Rotating weekend coverage is required.
Some evening work is required.
Age Specific groups served:
Adult
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion: keyboard, mouse
Mental/Sensory:
Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional:
Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent change
Additional information Age Specific groups served: Adult
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
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Responsibilities
Operate high quality andrology and ART laboratories, ensuring regulatory compliance (CLIA, CAP, FDA, SART).
Complete QA and QC activities and perform semen analyses and sperm washes.
Perform ART procedures including oocyte identification, oocyte insemination, intracytoplasmic sperm insemination (ICSI), embryo culture and assisted hatching.
Assist with embryo biopsy for PGD/PGS and assist with embryo transfer.
Contribute to teaching and supervise/mentor medical students and graduate students in laboratory techniques related to embryology and andrology.
Qualifications
Experience REQUIRED:
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in andrology or embryology laboratories.
Experience PREFERRED:
Experience in an academic medical center.
Education/training REQUIRED:
B.S. in biology or related field.
Education/training PREFERRED:
N/A
Independent action(s) required:
Day to day work is performed with minimal guidance.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):
N/A
Additional position requirements:
Rotating weekend coverage is required.
Some evening work is required.
Age Specific groups served:
Adult
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion: keyboard, mouse
Mental/Sensory:
Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional:
Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent change
Additional information Age Specific groups served: Adult
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
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