What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant IVF Lab Technician position at AgSource?
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Assistant IVF Lab Tech supports the IVF Lab Manager with daily laboratory operations and production activities. This role is hands-on and detail-oriented, involving laboratory procedures, specimen transport, data entry, and collaboration with cross-functional team members. The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, and eager to learn in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Embryo Stripping
- Embryo evaluation, grading and freezing
- Fertilization and culture plate preparation
- Semen handling and preparation for IVF
- Driving company vehicle to help pick up & drop off laboratory specimens
- Oocyte searching and grading for maturation
- Recordkeeping/Data Entry
Requirements
- High school diploma
- Ability to sit for long periods of time behind a microscope, in a lab setting.
- Ability to perform tasks efficiently in outline time frames.
- Strong attention to detail and organization.
- Knowledge of the cattle industry is preferred.
- Works effectively in a team as well as alone.