Andrologist-in-Training

Andrologist-in-Training

Department: Laboratory

Reports To: Andrology Supervisor & Lab Director

Location: Vancouver Clinic

Work Schedule: 4-days on, 4-days off; 10 hours per day

Overview:

Supporting the Vision, Values, Purpose, and Commitment of Olive Fertility Centre:

This is a learning position to develop professional skills and gain experience in the clinical andrology laboratory with the goal of achieving proficiency in the performance of andrology procedures in accordance with Olive Fertility Centre’s protocol manuals.

Key Areas of Involvement Include:

1. Semen Analysis
2. Sperm Preparation
3. Donor Sperm Preparation
4. Semen Freezing
5. Thaw of Cryopreserved Sperm & Semen
6. Trial Wash
7. Chart review and chart preparation
8. Quality control
9. Media Preparation

Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, biological sciences, or similar from an accredited university.
• Adequate computer skills. Intermediate to advanced knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Understanding of the Internet is necessary.
• Previous human or animal andrology experience is not required. This is an entry-level position for an outstanding candidate with great potential and a desire to become an andrologist at Olive Fertility Centre.

Skills and Abilities:

• Detail oriented in all areas of responsibility.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, multi-task, adapt, and problem solve.
• Exceptional work ethic.
• Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willing and able to learn new programs and systems.
• Physical ability to carry out duties of the position.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Wellness program
• Work from home

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, BC V5Z 3X7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• Laboratory: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person