Senior Embryologist

UCSF Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,400 - 235,400; Full time

Job summary

A leading health institution seeks a Senior Embryologist in San Francisco to lead complex ART cases and collaborate on critical research projects. The ideal candidate will bring over 10 years of experience in ART laboratory techniques and demonstrate expertise in quality assurance practices. Responsibilities include managing specimen quality and research support, all while ensuring optimum patient care. Candidates with advanced degrees in biology or certifications in Embryology are preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of directly relevant experience required.
• Expert knowledge of Embryology Laboratory operations and policies.
• Superior eye-hand coordination and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead procedures for complex ART cases.
• Collaborate on research projects and quality improvement activities.
• Ensure consistency and quality in specimen management.

Skills

Assisted reproduction technology (ART) laboratory techniques

Data analysis and reporting

Project management

Quality assurance and quality control

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life science

Master’s degree in Biology (preferred)

Job description

Overview

As a Senior Embryologist, you will apply comprehensive knowledge of assisted reproduction technology (ART) laboratory techniques for reproductive health procedures. This position leads procedures for the most complex cases with the goal of providing optimum patient care.

The successful candidate will be industry-recognized to continue to develop the vision for matters related to policy, research studies, and protocols. This role works in collaboration with faculty, lab managers, clinic managers, and external stakeholders and agencies to participate and support research projects conducted by the faculty members in the division in support of the Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) Division and the REI Research Group (REIRG), within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Senior Embryologists will be expected to lead other laboratory quality control, quality assurance and quality improvements activities as assigned by Lab Supervisor and/or IVF Lab Director.

Participate and support research projects conducted by the division’s faculty members is also expected.

The salary range for this position is $110,400 - $235,400 (Annual Rate).

Responsibilities

• Lead procedures for the most complex ART cases with the goal of providing optimum patient care.
• Collaborate with faculty, lab managers, clinic managers, and external stakeholders to participate in and support research projects conducted by the REI Division and REI Research Group.
• Lead laboratory quality control, quality assurance, and quality improvement activities as assigned by the Lab Supervisor and/or IVF Lab Director.
• Participate in and support research projects conducted by division faculty.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in life science (Biology or closely related area) and/or equivalent experience/training
• 10+ years of directly relevant experience
• Demonstrated expertise in assisted reproduction technology (ART) laboratory techniques and industry best practices for research. Proven ability to apply knowledge and skills to provide high quality patient care and research on unprecedented cases
• Expert knowledge of Embryology Laboratory and UC policies and processes. Thorough knowledge of all relevant industry, health and safety, federal, and state regulations
• Superior eye-hand coordination
• Expert in specimen, preparation and transfer ensuring specimen quantity, quality and consistency
• Expert knowledge of data analysis, research and reporting, particularly in Embryology
• Expert knowledge of quality assurance, quality control and process improvements
• Advanced organizational skills and acute attention to detail. Ability to follow strict protocols and to appropriately probe, challenge, and question the status quo
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff. Empathetic and aware of impact on patients, including potential liability resulting from mishandling of specimens. Ability to explain the most complex, clinical and technical information in a clear and concise manner to technical and non-technical audiences, including faculty, lab managers, clinic managers, external stakeholders and agencies
• Expertise in project management. Proven ability to lead teams and direct projects from inception to completion on schedule
• Advanced interpersonal skills to work collaboratively and support the work of others

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology or closely related area and/or equivalent experience/training
• Certification in Embryology AND Andrology by the American Board of Bioanalysis

License/Certification

• No