Professional Services Embryologist

Trans Ova; Chillicothe (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Trans Ova Genetics is seeking a Professional Services Embryologist to support clients, veterinarians, and embryologists from our Chillicothe, MO location. You will perform hands-on lab procedures, contribute to on-farm embryo transfers, and help ensure breeding success across Missouri and the US.

A robust training program will help build a foundation for those new to embryology, with opportunities to engage in diverse clinics and farms across the region.

Qualifications

• BS in Animal Science or Veterinary Technician degree.
• Ability to sit for long periods behind a microscope.
• Good hand-eye coordination.
• Handling dexterity for equipment and small objects.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Travel is required.
• Previous embryology experience is desired but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to work well in a team and interact with clients.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate on-farm embryo transfer trips and OPU collections, ensuring embryos and supplies are on-site ahead of schedule.
• Maintain strong client communication and professional relationships, providing updates on transfer schedules and results.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with embryo transfers during peak periods.
• Perform OPU and IVF lab procedures, including media preparation and incubator management.
• Process, search, rinse, wash, and freeze embryos per protocols for both conventional and IVF programs.
• Maintain accurate labeling, data entry, and inventory records.
• Uphold laboratory sanitation, safety standards, and company policies.
• Collaborate with internal teams and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Microscope work

Hand-eye coordination

Team player

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Laboratory safety

Dexterity for small objects

Education

BS in Animal Science or Veterinary Technician degree

Tools

Microscope

Lab equipment handling

Job description

Job DescriptionWe’re looking for a driven and detail‑oriented Professional Services Embryologist to play a hands‑on role in supporting clients, veterinarians, and embryologists out of our Chillicothe, MO location. In this dynamic position, you’ll play a vital role during both in-clinic and on-farm procedures across Missouri with opportunity to support the greater region and company throughout the US. Services include assisting with embryo transfers and ovum pick up by performing essential lab procedures that directly impact breeding success.

Job DescriptionWe’re looking for a driven and detail‑oriented Professional Services Embryologist to play a hands‑on role in supporting clients, veterinarians, and embryologists out of our Chillicothe, MO location. In this dynamic position, you’ll play a vital role during both in-clinic and on-farm procedures across Missouri with opportunity to support the greater region and company throughout the US. Services include assisting with embryo transfers and ovum pick up by performing essential lab procedures that directly impact breeding success! A robust, thorough training program will help provide a firm foundation to even those without previous embryology experience!

Responsibilities

• Coordinate on ‑ farm embryo transfer trips and OPU collections, including gathering client details and ensuring embryos and supplies are on ‑ site ahead of schedule.
• Maintain strong client communication and professional relationships, providing updates on transfer schedules, results, and any follow ‑ up needs.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with fresh and frozen embryo transfers during seasonal peak periods.
• Perform OPU and IVF lab procedures, including preparing work areas, media preparation, oocyte searching/handling, filter prep, and proper incubator management.
• Process, search, rinse, wash, grade, freeze, and thaw embryos according to IETS and Trans Ova protocols for both conventional and IVF programs.
• Maintain accurate labeling, data entry, and inventory records, including embryo inventories, nitrogen tank levels, and documentation from flushes and transfers.
• Uphold laboratory sanitation, safety standards, and compliance, following all Trans Ova policies, protocols, and workplace safety expectations.
• Collaborate with internal teams—including sales, marketing, shipping, and production—and perform additional duties as assigned to support daily operations.

Qualifications

• BS in Animal Science or a related field; or a Veterinary Technician degree.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time behind a microscope.
• Good hand-eye coordination.
• Handling dexterity is required for manipulation of equipment and small objects.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, color/pattern recognition, depth perception, and ability to adjust to focus.
• Ability to work with liquid nitrogen.
• Travel is required.

Other Skills/Experience

• Previous embryology experience highly desired but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to interact well with internal and external clients.
• Strong communication skills.

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.