Embryologist

Duke PA; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Fertility Center, part of Duke Health, seeks an Embryologist in Morrisville, NC to coordinate and participate in complex Assisted Reproduction duties, including semen testing, oocyte retrievals, embryo culture, biopsy, transfers and cryopreservation, while maintaining lab standards.

The role involves monitoring and improving quality control, developing testing methods, and mentoring technicians, fellows, and residents in laboratory techniques. Day shifts offered.

Qualifications

• Two years of clinical/research experience in a reproductive lab or andrology lab.
• Bachelor's degree in biology, zoology, biochemistry or related field is required.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• RI Witness and Babysentry experience are preferred.
• Certification as Technical Supervisor in Andrology and Embryology by ABBA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in semen testing, processing, oocyte retrievals, insemination, embryo culture, biopsy, transfer and cryopreservation; perform fertilization assessment and maintain cultures.
• Perform advanced reproductive biology procedures and ensure quality control of testing procedures.
• Monitor equipment performance and maintain records for the laboratory director.
• Assist in developing and implementing testing methods; set up equipment and standardize reagents.
• Prepare reports and analyses; liaise between the laboratory and physicians and clinic personnel.
• Provide technical guidance to technicians, fellows, residents, students, and others in laboratory techniques.
• Maintain inventory of materials and reorder as required; perform other related duties.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Related Field

Master's degree preferred

RI Witness experience preferred

Babysentry experience preferred

ABBA Technical Supervisor certification preferred

Job description

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Date: Sep 16, 2026

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

Duke Health Integrated Practice comprises more than 110 primary and specialty outpatient clinics, extending the reach of the Duke Health mission across the state of North Carolina.

JOB LOCATION:

Duke Fertility Center – 5601 Arringdon Park Dr, Morrsiville, NC

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking an Embryologist at Duke Fertility Center located in Morrisville, NC to coordinate and participate in a variety of complex duties in Assisted Reproduction including facilitating the resolution of andrology and embryology laboratory issues, inventory management, and performance of all laboratory procedures according to the established laboratory and accreditation guidelines.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and participate in a variety of complex duties involved in Assisted Reproduction to include, but not limited to performing semen testing, semen processing for insemination, oocyte retrievals, oocyte insemination, embryo culture, trophectoderm biopsy, embryo intra-uterine transfer and cryopreservation of gametes and embryos. Perform fertilization assessment and maintain cultures under controlled conditions.


• Perform advance Reproductive Biology procedures.


• Monitor quality control testing to ensure reliability of testing procedures; monitor functioning and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment; prepare applicable records summarizing results and efforts to the laboratory director.


• Assist in the development and implementation of testing methods, techniques and procedures for laboratory application; set up and evaluate laboratory equipment and make recommendations accordingly; standardize laboratory solutions and develop reagents used in diagnostic work.


• Prepare reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions. Serve as a liaison between the laboratory and physicians and related clinic personnel.


• Provide technical guidance and instruction to technicians, REI fellows, OB/GYN residents, students and other interested personnel in laboratory techniques.


• Maintain inventory of materials, supplies and equipment; reorder as required. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.


• The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Two years of clinical/research experience in a reproductive lab and/or andrology lab


• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Zoology, Biochemistry or other related scientific field


• Masters in related field preferred


• RI Witness experience preferred


• Babysentry experience preferred


• Certification as Technical Supervisor in Andrology and Embryology by the American Board of Bioanalysis is preferred

JOB HOURS:

The schedule for this position is day shifts.

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Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

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