Senior Embryologist

Offline; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindbody is hiring a Senior Embryologist in a fast-growing fertility care network. You will bring expert embryology skills and leadership to a dynamic team, with a focus on assuring high-quality lab outcomes, complying with regulatory standards, and supporting patient care.

We expect 6+ years in clinical embryology, micromanipulation experience, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with clinicians.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in clinical embryology, with 3–4 years in micromanipulation.
• TS ABB certified or eligible.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in IVF laboratory methods including micromanipulation and vitrification.
• Detail-oriented with meticulous record-keeping.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform Chemistry Laboratory and Andrology Laboratory Procedures as needed.
• Perform assisted reproductive technology methods, including semen prep, oocyte identification, conventional IVF, ICSI, embryo culture and grading, laser-assisted hatching, trophectoderm biopsy, sperm, oocyte, and embryo cryopreservation (vitrification).
• Maintain accurate laboratory records
• Perform quality control procedures and monitor KPIs
• Participate in the laboratory’s quality management program
• Coordinate with reproductive endocrinologists and OB/GYNs to assist their patients and clinical research.
• Communicate with patients on outcomes, lab procedures, and general patient lab-related questions
• Ensure all patient information is documented appropriately in our EMR according to our procedures
• Works independently to ensure the program goals are achieved
• Support and promote excellence in customer service
• Provide feedback to HQ on process improvement and job specifications to help gain efficiencies in the day-to-day
• Is willing to travel to other Kindbody locations to perform patient testing, train or support staff.
• Is willing to collaboratively support the Kindbody team remotely or locally with their expertise.
• Assist with projects, tasks, and team support as needed.

Skills

Experience in embryology

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Team player

Flexibility

Education

TS ABB certified or eligible

Tools

IVF micromanipulation techniques

Vitrification methods

Job description

Salary Range: $140,000.00 To $160,000.00 Annually

About Kindbody

Kindbody’s mission is to make fertility and family-building care affordable and accessible for all.

Founded in 2018, Kindbody has been recognized for technology innovation and industry leadership, Kindbody has been named to CNBC Disruptor 50, Fast Company’s Brands that Matter, Forbes Best Startup Employers, Inc.’s Best In Business list of most admired companies, as well as Deloitte Technology Fast 500™, which recognizes the fastest growing and most innovative technology companies in North America.

Kindbody is the leading U.S. fertility clinic network and global family-building benefits provider for employers on a mission to make fertility care more affordable and accessible for all. Kindbody serves patients at 26 state-of-the-art signature clinics and IVF labs, 400+ partner clinics, and in 113 countries around the world. Trusted by more than 140 employers, Kindbody’s physician-led model covers the full-spectrum of reproductive healthcare including fertility assessments, fertility preservation, genetic testing, IVF, donor and surrogacy services, adoption, postpartum care, and menopause support. Kindbody is the only fertility benefits provider that serves patients directly, delivering a seamless, integrated experience with superior health outcomes at lower cost. Kindbody has raised more than $315 million in debt and equity funding from leading investors including Perceptive Advisors, JP Morgan Chase’s Morgan Health, GV, RRE Ventures, Claritas Health Ventures, Rock Springs Capital, Distributed Ventures, Whatif Ventures and TQ Ventures.

About the Role

As a Senior Embryologist at Kindbody, you will be working in a fast-paced, rapidly growing environment where you will be relied on for your expertise, professionalism, and collaboration. We consider our Senior Embryologists to be someone who is fully trained & signed off in all aspects of Embryology (basic + micro manipulation) for 6+ years.

Responsibilities

Perform Chemistry Laboratory and Andrology Laboratory Procedures as needed.

Perform assisted reproductive technology methods, including but not limited to semen preparation, oocyte identification, conventional IVF, ICSI, embryo culture and grading, laser-assisted hatching, trophectoderm biopsy, sperm, oocyte, and embryo cryopreservation (vitrification).

Maintain accurate laboratory records

Perform quality control procedures and monitor KPIs

Participate in the laboratory’s quality management program

Coordinate with reproductive endocrinologists and OB/GYNs to assist their patients with reproductive health issues and clinical research.

Communicate with patients on outcomes, lab procedures, and general patient lab-related questions as needed

Ensure all patient information is documented appropriately in our EMR according to our procedures

Works independently to ensure the program goals are achieved

Support and promote excellence in customer service

Provide feedback to HQ on process improvement and job specifications to help gain efficiencies in the day-to-day

Is willing to travel to other Kindbody locations to perform patient testing, train or support staff.

Is willing to collaboratively support the Kindbody team remotely or locally with their expertise.

Assist with projects, tasks, and team support as needed.

Who You Are

6+ years experience in clinical embryology {3-4 of which are micromanipulation}

TS (ABB) certified or eligible

Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Proficiency in all IVF laboratory methods, including micromanipulation techniques and vitrification

Detail-oriented, meticulous record-keeping

Strong communication skills & a team player

Willingness to be flexible

Familiarity with all state and local regulations, including tissue bank licensing