Job Description / Duties

The Senior Embryologist is responsible for the appropriate handling and care of gametes and embryos during ART treatment. Performance of this role involves accurate manipulation of human oocytes (eggs) and sperms for:

· Intra-uterine insemination (IUI), donor insemination (DI), in vitro fertilization (IVF), intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), selection of resulting embryos for transfer back to patients.

· Selection of competent embryos and oocytes for cryopreservation (freezing) and performance of the embryo/oocyte freezing and the eventual thawing procedure.

· PGT biopsies of embryos

· The Senior Embryologist is accountable for proper recording, documentation of assessments and procedures performed, and proper use of the Electronic Medical Record.

Other key responsibilities include:

· Ensures that all technical procedures are carried out according to the Laboratory Procedure Manual in a reliable, competent manner.

· Ensures all communications of the department are screened and acted upon.

· Ensures the correct identification of specimens and conveys to the Laboratory Director/Supervisor or promptly deals with any unsuitable specimens.

· Issues provisional reports according to protocols so that delays in transmitting information to the medical staff are minimized.

· Records data on tests/procedures in a clear and concise way, so that all staff members can immediately understand what tests/procedures have been performed and what results obtained.

· Conveys any significant abnormal test/procedure results to the Laboratory Director (or Laboratory Supervisor), or take appropriate action as required.

· Ensures that an adequate inventory of reagents, media and lab supplies are in readiness at all times to perform tests and procedures.

· Brings to the attention of the Laboratory Director or Supervisor or acts upon any errors detected or made and respond as objectively as possible.

· Uses all laboratory equipment according to laboratory protocols and guidelines and reports or repairs actual or potential malfunctions immediately.

· Becomes familiar with all new or revised procedures as they become available and maintains laboratory currency by regular review of the Laboratory Manual.

· Assists in training new personnel or technologists from other centres in learning laboratory tests/procedures and recording methods.

· Participates in safety programs within the clinic.

· Maintains up-to-date quality assurance records for tests and procedures performed in the laboratory.

· Performs frequent maintenance, monitoring and repair of essential equipment to ensure optimum operation.

· Participates in continuing education through attendance at internal journal clubs and outside meetings and symposia.

Qualifications / Required Skills

· Strong understanding of human reproduction biology.

· Minimum 5 years of work experience in human IVF as a Senior Embryologist.

· Minimum Bachelor of Science in biological science or reproductive sciences.

· Knowledge about providing a safe and inclusive environment to gender and sexually diverse people (2SLGBTQIA+) preferred.

· Knowledge of IVF, ICSI, Blastocyst Vitrification and Thawing, Embryo Transfer.

· Demonstrated commitment for continuing self-development in human productive biology.

· Strong problem solving and communication skills.

· Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Additional Information

Benefits:

· Short Term & Long Term Disability.

· Extended Health and Dental Benefits.

· Option to enroll in Pension Plan after one year of service.

· Two weeks of paid vacation per year.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $82,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Work Location: Pavillon Hotel-Dieu, 31 Providence St 4th Floor, Moncton, NB E1C 8X3

Language of Work: English

Contact Information

For more information on this position, please contact:

Xavier Couture, Clinic Operations Manager

Telephone: 506-862-4217

Xavier.Couture@conceptia.ca

Address: 31 Providence st. 4th Floor, Moncton, NB E1C 8X3

Employer Profile

Clinique Conceptia Inc. located at Pavillon Hotel-Dieu, 31 Providence St 4th Floor, Moncton, NB E1C 8X3 is the only full-service fertility treatment centre in New Brunswick. We are a leading fertility clinic in Canada with many years of success above national average, focused entirely on patient-specific treatment strategies and welfare. Our mission is to provide the best quality of care, according to the patients’ individual situation and needs.