VCU Health
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. Included in this responsibility is 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.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements For hire: N/A
For continued employment: N/A
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 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
Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent change
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
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Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements For hire: N/A
For continued employment: N/A
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 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
Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent change
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
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