Position Purpose: Responsible for assisting IVF Lab Manager with all duties associated with production in the IVF Lab, as well as data entry and communication with other team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oocyte searching and grading for maturation.
• Fertilization and culture plate preparation.
• Semen handling and preparation for IVF.
• Fertilization of oocytes.
• Assist in maintaining semen and embryo inventory.
• Embryo stripping and culture.
• IVF embryo grading and loading for transfer or shipping.
• Embryo Freezing.
• Recordkeeping/Data Entry.
• Assist in Quality Control and lab cleanliness.
• Traveling on farm or to other centers to provide relief help
• Supply inventory management
• Maintain good laboratory technique and follow lab protocols.
• Follow Trans Ova’s policies and procedures.
• Maintain a professional image reflective of Trans Ova’s industry position.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education Requirements:

B.S. in Animal Science or a related field; or a Veterinary Technician degree.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Ability to sit for long periods of time behind a microscope, in a lab setting. 
• Ability to work under a laminar flow hood. 
• Some travel may be required. 
• Flexible working hours, potential for long days (over 8 hours) and early morning start times. 
• Rotational weekend and holiday work.
• Ability to perform tasks efficiently in outlined time frames

Other skills/experience:

• Prior hands on experience in bovine oocyte / embryo grading preferred. 
• Knowledge of the cattle industry is preferred.
• Good hand to eye coordination.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Works effectively in a team as well as alone (ability to work independently)
• Takes initiative and is a self-starter
• Ability to communicate with team members honestly, effectively and with empathy 
• Ability to assist clients with pick ups and drop offs