IVF Embryologist: Impactful Lab Work & Mentorship

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Student loan aid

Family benefits

Wellness incentives

Mentorship programs

Leadership programs

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in Atlanta seeks an Embryologist to perform basic ART lab duties under supervision, with responsibilities spanning egg retrieval, embryo handling, and fertilization strategies. The role supports quality control and documentation and advances in IVF procedures under senior embryologists.

You will contribute to maintaining high embryo survival, conform to HIPAA and regulatory standards, and collaborate with the Lab Director to optimize lab processes in a fast-paced clinical

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in biology, chemistry, reproductive biology, medical technology, or animal science from an accredited institution.
• Meet state-specific certification/licensure requirements, if applicable.
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience in an IVF laboratory.
• Completion of at least 30 documented supervised procedures (30 of each type).
• Preferred: completion of at least 20 documented independent procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct the full range of basic Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) laboratory procedures under the direction of the Laboratory Director and/or senior embryologists.
• Prepare serum/media with accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.
• Perform related lab tests for IVF treatment, including semen analysis and hormone tests.
• Prepare sperm to remove dead cells and purify samples, meeting qualitative goals for successful inseminations.
• Retrieve eggs and remove cumulus cells, meeting established targets for average egg numbers.
• Perform conventional and ICSI inseminations, meeting fertilization percentage goals.
• Check fertilization after both conventional insemination and ICSI, achieving targets for mature eggs fertilized and placed in culture.
• Grade embryos to select those for transfer, meeting proficiency testing goals twice per year.
• Warm and transfer embryos, monitored by pregnancy rate per transfer.
• Vitrify embryos with meticulous attention to detail.
• Demonstrate proficiency by maintaining high survival rates for warmed embryos.
• Learn and become proficient in advanced IVF procedures such as ICSI, embryo biopsy, and egg vitrification under guidance.
• Conduct daily quality control activities.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Support laboratory cleanliness and operation, including cryo‑tank maintenance, equipment upkeep, and inventory control.
• Comply with U.S. regulations and state laws regarding human ART and follow laboratory policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the Lab Director and team to identify best practices and improve processes.
• Follow detailed standard operating procedures and safety policies.
• Meet laboratory quality standards and numerical goals set by the Lab Director.
• Ensure sufficient supplies and assist with ordering as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Collaboration

Time management

Independent judgment

Adaptability

Patient privacy

Education

Bachelor of Science (biology / chemistry / reproductive biology / medical technology / animal science)

State certification/licensure requirements

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Emory Healthcare in Atlanta seeks an Embryologist to perform basic ART lab duties under supervision, with responsibilities spanning egg retrieval, embryo handling, and fertilization strategies. The role supports quality control and documentation and advances in IVF procedures under senior embryologists.

You will contribute to maintaining high embryo survival, conform to HIPAA and regulatory standards, and collaborate with the Lab Director to optimize lab processes in a fast-paced clinical