Senior Embryologist: Lead IVF Lab Excellence

Fertility Centers of Illinois; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance and professional发展

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Generous paid time off, holidays, and

Job summary

US Fertility is seeking a Senior Embryologist in Chicago to join the Fertility Centers of Illinois team. The role involves executing QC, maintaining lab setup, performing sperm prep and insemination, and supporting oocyte retrieval and embryo development.

Ideal candidates hold a doctoral or master's in a lab science with 3+ years in embryology, strong data interpretation, LIS proficiency, and excellent communication. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s/Ph.D. in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science is required.
• Minimum of 3+ years of hands-on experience in a clinical embryology laboratory.
• Ability to perform complex, detail-oriented work with technical precision.
• Proven ability to exercise sound, independent judgment with established lab protocols.
• Strong collaboration skills within a multidisciplinary clinical team.
• Ability to interpret laboratory data and assess clinical relevance.
• Proficiency with LIS and general computer applications.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Execute and oversee quality control procedures to ensure lab excellence.
• Prepare and maintain laboratory setup, media, and culture dishes.
• Perform sperm preparation and conventional insemination techniques.
• Assist with and carry out oocyte retrieval procedures.
• Conduct fertilization assessments and monitor embryo development.
• Perform embryo cryopreservation and thawing with precision.

Skills

Hands-on embryology

Detail-oriented

Independent judgment

Collaborative teamwork

Communication skills

Data interpretation

Laboratory information systems

General computer applications

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/Ph.D. in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

US Fertility is seeking a Senior Embryologist in Chicago to join the Fertility Centers of Illinois team. The role involves executing QC, maintaining lab setup, performing sperm prep and insemination, and supporting oocyte retrieval and embryo development.

Ideal candidates hold a doctoral or master's in a lab science with 3+ years in embryology, strong data interpretation, LIS proficiency, and excellent communication. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities available.