Junior Embryologist

About Kindbody

Kindbody’s mission is to make fertility and family-building care affordable and accessible for all. 

Founded in 2018,  Kindbody has been recognized for technology innovation and industry leadership, Kindbody has been named to CNBC Disruptor 50, Fast Company’s Brands that Matter, Forbes Best Startup Employers, Inc.’s Best In Business list of most admired companies, as well as Deloitte Technology Fast 500™, which recognizes the fastest growing and most innovative technology companies in North America.

Kindbody is the leading U.S. fertility clinic network and global family-building benefits provider for employers on a mission to make fertility care more affordable and accessible for all. Kindbody serves patients at 26 state-of-the-art signature clinics and IVF labs, 400 partner clinics, and in 113 countries around the world. Trusted by more than 140 employers, Kindbody’s physician-led model covers the full-spectrum of reproductive healthcare including fertility assessments, fertility preservation, genetic testing, IVF, donor and surrogacy services, adoption, postpartum care, and menopause support. Kindbody is the only fertility benefits provider that serves patients directly, delivering a seamless, integrated experience with superior health outcomes at lower cost. Kindbody has raised more than $315 million in debt and equity funding from leading investors including Perceptive Advisors, JP Morgan Chase’s Morgan Health, GV, RRE Ventures, Claritas Health Ventures, Rock Springs Capital, Distributed Ventures, Whatif Ventures and TQ Ventures. 

About the Role

As a Junior Embryologist reporting to our Laboratory Manager, you will be working diligently to continue developing andrology/embryology skills and competence. This position will participate in the daily operation of the human IVF and andrology laboratories. This position includes ‘hands-on’ involvement in clinical IVF laboratory work as directed.

• Perform Chemistry Laboratory and Andrology Laboratory Procedures as needed.




• Perform and Learn assisted reproductive technology methods, including, but not limited to, semen preparation, oocyte identification, conventional IVF, ICSI, embryo culture and grading, laser-assisted hatching, trophectoderm biopsy, sperm, oocyte, and embryo cryopreservation (vitrification).




• Maintain accurate laboratory records




• Perform quality control procedures and monitor KPIs




• Participate in the laboratory’s quality management program




• Coordinate with reproductive endocrinologists and OB/GYNs to assist their patients with reproductive health issues and clinical research. 




• Ensure all patient information is documented appropriately in our EMR according to our procedures




• Works independently to ensure the program goals are achieved




• Support and promote excellence in customer service




• Provide feedback to HQ on process improvement and job specifications to help gain efficiencies in the day-to-day




• Is willing to travel to other Kindbody locations to perform patient testing, train or support staff.




• Is willing to collaboratively support the Kindbody team remotely or locally with their expertise.




• Assist with projects, tasks, and team support as needed.

Lab Scientist Responsibilities

• Perform semen analysis and endocrine testing as applicable 




• Prepare semen for intrauterine insemination (IUI) and in vitro fertilization (IVF)




• Prepare semen for cryopreservation and storage




• Maintain accurate laboratory records




• Perform quality control procedures and monitor KPIs




• Participate in the laboratory’s quality management program, inclusive of all Kindbody labs




• And other responsibilities and ad-hoc projects from time to time, based on business needs.

Who You Are 

• Proficient performing retrievals, sperm prep, vitrification, warming, and transfers. 




• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field required (Biology, Chemistry, or Medical Technology, etc.)




• Minimum of 1 year of experience required, working in a fertility laboratory setting preferred




• Must demonstrate high integrity and professional demeanor




• Must demonstrate punctual and reliable work habits




• Detail-oriented, meticulous record-keeping




• Strong communication skills & a team player




• Willingness to be flexible




• Some experience in EMR and G-Suite