Senior Embryologist

Oasis Fertility Center; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Oasis Fertility Center in Calgary seeks a highly skilled embryologist to join their dynamic lab team. The role involves performing clinical embryology tasks, mentoring staff, and ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal candidates have 3-5 years of IVF lab experience and strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Dental Care

Extended Health Care

Life Insurance

On-site Parking

Paid Time Off

Vision Care

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience in a clinical IVF laboratory.
• Certified by CFAS as an ART Lab Professional (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform all clinical embryology and andrology tasks.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Mentor and support junior staff.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Communication

Education

BSc in Biology

MSc in Biomedical Science

Tools

ICSI

Embryo Culture

Vitrification

Embryo Biopsy

Job description

About Us
Oasis Fertility Center is an independent, rapidly growing, and highly respected reproductive health center located in Calgary, Alberta. Accredited by Health Canada to provide directed donor services, our clinic is known for delivering high-quality, personalized fertility care in a modern, compassionate environment. With a full-service state-of-the-art IVF lab and a multidisciplinary care team, we are redefining what fertility care can look like in Canada.

The Opportunity
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced embryologist to join our dynamic laboratory team. The successful candidate will bring a deep commitment to patient care, technical excellence, and teamwork, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform all clinical embryology and andrology tasks including
• Oocyte retrieval and denudation
• Conventional IVF and ICSI
• Embryo assessment, extended culture, assisted hatching
• Embryo and oocyte vitrification and warming
• Trophectoderm biopsy for PGT
• Embryo transfer preparation
• Semen preparation and general andrology support
• Ensure strict adherence to lab protocols
• Participate in equipment maintenance, quality control, and quality assurance procedures (daily, weekly, monthly logs)
• Accurately document clinical procedures in the EMR and patient records
• Mentor and support junior staff and participate in training activities
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards
• Maintain lab cleanliness and manage inventory and supplies

What We’re Looking For

• BSc or MSc in Biology, Biomedical Science, or related field
• Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience in a clinical IVF laboratory
• Proficient in ICSI, embryo culture, vitrification, and embryo biopsy
• Strong understanding of quality systems and regulatory compliance
• Exceptional critical thinking, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• Certified by CFAS as an ART Lab Professional (preferred)

Schedule & Work Environment

• Full-time position based in Calgary, Alberta
• Participation in weekend and holiday rotations is required
• Supportive, inclusive, and tech-enabled workplace with a patient-first ethos

Why Calgary?
Calgary is Canada’s sunniest city and has been ranked among the most livable cities in the world. It offers a high quality of life, affordable living with no provincial sales tax (PST), and a unique balance of urban energy and outdoor adventure. Whether you’re into skiing, hiking, arts, or innovation, Calgary has something for you.

Join Us
If you are a passionate and experienced embryologist ready to make a meaningful impact in a progressive fertility center, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Retention bonus

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-05-26