Embryologist - Reproductive Endocrinology

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Total Rewards Program

Employee Wellness Programs

Job summary

Penn State Health - Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is seeking a full-time IVF/ assisted reproduction laboratory professional. This role involves working with human gametes and embryos, including oocyte retrieval, semen preparation, fertilization, and embryo monitoring.

Responsibilities also include cryopreservation and micromanipulation for ICSI and assisted hatching. A biology-related Bachelor's degree plus 3 years in a cell culture lab is required, with IVF/micromanipulation experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, zoology, biochemistry or other related scientific field plus three years of clinical/research experience in a cell culture Laboratory required.
• Three (3) years relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with IVF treatment and related programs, including oocyte retrieval and semen preparation.
• Monitor embryo development and perform cryopreservation.
• Conduct micromanipulation procedures for ICSI and assisted hatching.

Skills

Cell culture experience

Micromanipulation

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/related field

Job description

Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Full-time Milton S. Hershey Medical Center employees receive a 75% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 1.00

Shift: Day

Hours: Variable

Summary Of Position

Work with aspects of in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment and other programs of assisted reproduction. This includes working with human or animal gametes i.e. sperm, eggs and embryos. Duties include; oocyte retrieval, semen preparations, fertilization, monitoring of embryo development, cryopreservation, and micromanipulation procedures for ICSI and assisted hatching.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, zoology, biochemistry or other related scientific field plus three years of clinical/research experience in a cell culture Laboratory required.
• Three (3) years relevant experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in an In Vitro Fertilization laboratory preferred.
• Micromanipulation experience preferred.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Benefits

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four‑time Magnet‑designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification continuing education, career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State‑of‑the‑art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award‑winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.

All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

Union: Non Bargained

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