Laboratory Technician, Media Preparation

Trans Ova; Hull (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Trans Ova Genetics in the United States (Iowa) seeks a Medium Preparation Technician to ensure precise, high-quality media for IVF and sexed semen labs. You will prepare media, coordinate with IVF, SS, QC, R&D teams, and maintain schedules.

You will order chemicals, ship media to remote locations, support QC and sterilization labs, assist with ovary aspiration, and keep detailed records while following strict lab procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field, or 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with aseptic technique and/or media preparation preferred.
• Ability to work under a laminar flow hood and perform repetitive hand movements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality outcomes.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and ability to follow lab procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare media and stock solutions to support IVF and sexed semen lab operations.
• Coordinate with IVF, Sexed Semen, QC, Cloning, and R&D teams to fulfill media requests.
• Plan and maintain preparation schedules to meet lab demand.
• Order and manage chemicals and disposables for media preparation.
• Package and ship prepared media to remote locations.
• Support QC and sterilization lab activities as needed.
• Assist with ovary aspiration (porcine and bovine), including scheduling and setup.
• Maintain accurate records, data entry, and adherence to lab protocols.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Media preparation

Laminar flow hood

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science / Biology / Chemistry

1+ years of relevant experience

Job description

Job Description

Join a hands-on laboratory team supporting cutting‑edge reproductive technologies at Trans Ova Genetics. As a Medium Preparation Technician, you’ll play a critical role in enabling IVF and sexed semen lab success by ensuring precise, high-quality media is available when it’s needed. This role directly supports Trans Ova’s mission to advance genetic progress and deliver innovative reproductive solutions, while contributing to a collaborative, detail-driven culture rooted in quality, integrity, and scientific excellence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare media and stock solutions to support IVF and sexed semen lab operations
• Coordinate with In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), Sexed Semen (SS), Quality Control (QC), Cloning, and Research & Development (R&D) teams to fulfill media requests
• Plan and maintain preparation schedules to meet lab demand
• Order and manage chemicals and disposables for media preparation
• Package and ship prepared media to remote locations
• Support QC and sterilization lab activities as needed
• Assist with ovary aspiration (porcine and bovine), including scheduling and setup
• Maintain accurate records, data entry, and adherence to lab protocols

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field, or 1+ years of relevant experience
• Experience with aseptic technique and/or media preparation preferred
• Ability to work under a laminar flow hood and perform repetitive hand movements
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality outcomes
• Excellent hand-eye coordination
• Ability to follow established lab procedures and safety protocols
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
• Flexible, dependable, and aligned with a team-focused, results-driven environment

About Us

Trans Ova Genetics, a member of the URUS Group, provides industry-leading reproductive technologies and expertise to cattle breeders through a unique professional services team that works closely with clients to understand their breeding goals and ultimately help clients advance and extend superior genetics. Trans Ova Genetics understands the process that will help multiply a herd’s genetic success. Reproductive technologies such as embryo transfer, in‑vitro fertilization (IVF), sexed‑semen, genetic preservation, and cloning are considered the reproductive “tools” available for breeders looking to achieve specific breeding and reproductive goals. Internationally recognized as a source of superior animal husbandry and reproductive expertise, Trans Ova Genetics offers an integrated system of regional centers, satellite stations, and on‑farm application of reproductive technologies.

Trans Ova's headquarters are in Sioux Center, Iowa, but we have many offices and satellite centers across the country. On‑going research and applied science allow Trans Ova Genetics to develop and implement new technologies to help move the science of bovine genetic improvement forward. Trans Ova is dedicated to meeting the requirements of their customers and to continual improvement.

TOG has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. As a holding company with cooperative and private ownership, URUS is a family of businesses at the heart of the dairy and beef industry – Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS. Each organization has its unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting‑edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services to maximize conceptions, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS has 9 brands in 17 retail countries and employs nearly 2,800 people globally.