VCU Health

Academic medical center delivering patient care

Embryologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-timeRichmond, VA, USA$33.01 - $51.17In-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor of Science in biology or a related field is required.
At least two years of experience in andrology or embryology laboratories is required.
Rotating weekend coverage is required.
Some evening work is required.
The role requires lifting 20–50 pounds; prolonged standing and sitting; frequent bending; walking; climbing; overhead, extensive, or repetitive reaching; and repetitive keyboard and mouse use.
The role requires strong recall, reasoning, problem solving, hearing, clear speaking, legible writing, reading, and logical thinking.
The role requires handling a fast- and steady-paced environment, multiple priorities, frequent and intense customer interactions, and frequent change.

Responsibilities

Operate high-quality andrology and assisted reproductive technology laboratories.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, including CLIA, CAP, FDA, and SART.
Complete quality assurance and quality control activities.
Perform semen analyses and sperm washes.
Perform assisted reproductive technology procedures, including oocyte identification, oocyte insemination, intracytoplasmic sperm insemination, embryo culture, and assisted hatching.
Assist with embryo biopsy for preimplantation genetic diagnosis and preimplantation genetic screening.
Assist with embryo transfer.
Teach medical students and graduate students embryology and andrology techniques on occasion.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in an academic medical center is preferred.

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

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements 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 (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.
Activities: 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

Compensation Range

$33.01 - $51.17

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

About the Company

VCU Health

Academic medical center delivering patient care

VCU Health is an academic medical center with over 12,500 employees affiliated with Virginia Commonwealth University. It provides patient care, education, research, and medical training, combining clinical services with teaching and discovery. Care is delivered through a hospital and affiliated facilities by clinicians, researchers, and trainees. The goal is to improve patient outcomes and community health by delivering high-quality care while advancing medical knowledge and training the next generation of health professionals.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Richmond, VA
Founded: 1838

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