Job Description / Duties

• Conduction of Andrology diagnostics: basic, automated, and advanced semen analysis
• Specimen processing for insemination as per lab protocols
• Sperm cryopreservation
• Processing of microbiological and serological specimens
• Media preparation
• Lab equipment disinfection and sterilization
• Correspondence with external testing labs
• Quality control program administration
• Daily laboratory clean-up
• Preparation and verification of shipments on a daily basis
• Inventory reconciliation
• Participating in practices in accordance with Health Canada regulations
• Participate in weekend schedule in co-ordination with other technical staff

Qualifications / Required Skills

• Applicants must have a minimum of B.Sc. (or equivalent degree with extensive experience in human clinical Andrology laboratory).
• Minimum 3 years experience in a laboratory setting.
• Documented experience in the following areas is strongly recommended: manual and automated semen analysis, sperm cryopreservation, sperm preparation techniques, and Andrology Lab QC/QA.
• Phlebotomy skills are considered an asset.
• Strong data entry and analysis skills.
• Strong organizational & communication skills.
• Commitment to excellent clinical care, quality improvement, and research are essential.

Additional Information

The position reports directly to the Andrology Director and interacts closely with the Patients in delivering medical services in collaboration with the nurses and with the Medical Director.

Contact Information

Please email your resume in confidence to Mr. Kyle Macdonald at: kmacdonald@originspermbank.com

Employer Profile

Origin Sperm Bank is a leading provider of reproductive health services in the Greater Toronto Area has an immediate opening for an Andrology Laboratory Technologist for its Andrology Laboratory and Sperm Bank Division.