Job Description / Duties

-Safe, appropriate and careful handling of gametes for IVF/ICSI.
-Works effectively under supervision of Lab Director and Lab Supervisor.
-Understands and practices laboratory aseptic techniques, universal precautions and the privacy policy.
-Sperm preparation and sperm cryopreservation as per WHO Standards/SOPs.
-Preparation of microsurgical sperm/tissue biopsies and cryopreservation.
-Oocyte retrieval and embryo transfer.
-Assessment of fertilization and embryo/blastocyst development.
-Oocyte and embryo/blastocyst vitrification.
-Oocyte denuding and insemination using ICSI or conventional IVF.
Assisted hatching, blastocyst biopsy/PGT, sample preparation and reporting.
-Proper quality control and maintenance of equipment. Use of EMR and data bases for maintenance of statistics and results.
-Miscellaneous lab duties as required.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Bachelor of Science degree or Technical Laboratory degree in a related field (Biology, Chemistry, Laboratory Science, Animal Science) from an accredited institution.

Master of Science degree in same (as above).

CFAS certification preferred but not necessary.

Additional Information

Ability to work and communicate effectively with lab team, clinical team and patients.

Attention to detail, effective verbal and written communication skills. Commitment to work effectively and collaboratively in interdisciplinary team in a dynamic and busy lab environment.

TRIO FERTILITY has an accommodation process in place and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Should you require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, including accessible job postings, please call the Accommodation Phone line at 416.506.0804.

Contact Information

careers@triofertility.com

Employer Profile

TRIO Fertility is a busy world class fertility clinic in Toronto. We serve our patients using state of the art technology. We are a fully integrated time lapse laboratory. This Embryologist position requires experience in an IVF Lab and ability to follow procedures with strict attention to detail. A positive and calm demeanor, with excellent technical skills is an asset.