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POSITION SUMMARY: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Embryologist II - IVF. In this role, the successful candidate, under supervision of the Embryology Supervisor and direction of the Sr. Embryologist, will perform basic technical/clinical and research duties independently. Assists senior Embryologists with advanced duties in the embryology laboratory. Also interfaces with the research and ancillary components of the IVF Program.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Documentation /Reporting Independently manages various data elements (entry and retrieval) from a predetermined Excel database. Requires familiarity with PC based programs, i.e., Excel, Word, Powerpoint. Document all aspects of laboratory procedure in the appropriate written and computerized transcription formats (includes data involving clinical embryology and andrology procedures, laboratory equipment monitoring, media and supply testing and gamete and embryo cryostorage). Demonstrates knowledge of cryostorage record-keeping and reporting.
• Basic Procedures - Must demonstrate sufficient competency in basic embryology and andrology procedures needed for In Vitro Fertilization to be permitted to work independently in the following: Collection and preparation of oocytes for insemination (involves oocyte microscopic identification, cleaning, distribution in dishes and insemination). Analysis and preparation of sperm specimen for insemination or for ICSI - intracytoplasmic sperm injection (includes analysis and processing of fresh and cryopreserved semen specimens as well as the processing of fresh and cryopreserved specimens surgically obtained by epididymal aspiration or testis biopsy). Assessment of fertilization and zygote quality following insemination. Daily assessment/grading and handling of embryos through Day 6 of in vitro culture.
• Basic Procedures - Cryopreservation and thawing of embryos at varying stages of development (includes subsequent culture and assessment of thawed embryos). Performs ancillary procedures required to control for and improve the quality of services provided by the laboratory (include the preparation and labeling of media and tissue culture materials, media and supply testing, equipment monitoring).
• Advanced procedures - Under the direct supervision of the Senior Embryologist or Supervisor, assists in data collection from computerized files or patient charts, statistical analysis, data organization and presentation at institutional, local, national or international meetings. May participate in the harvesting and preparation of media or tissue specimens for analytic purposes under direct supervision. The Staff Embryologist is expected to participate in various laboratory research projects. This involvement could be voluntary or upon request of the Laboratory Director or Embryology Supervisor. Assists senior staff in the participation in the laboratorys efforts to implement and monitor its clinical and research procedures thereby controlling, maintaining and improving the quality of the laboratorys clinical and research services. Staff Embryologist is expected to have a basic understanding of the techniques and administrative requirements of the laboratory and general compliance as it relates to patient confidentiality and informed consent, safety, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Quality Control- Monitors equipment reagents, media, and work environment by following quality control guidelines. Disposes of sharps and needles in designated hazard containers. Reports malfunctions to senior personnel promptly. Follows departmental procedures and instructions. Performs all tests utilizing universal precautions for bloodborne pathogens and in accordance with procedures developed by the Program management. Demonstrates basic knowledge of patient consent compliance requirements and verifies patient compliance status for various clinical procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To qualify you must have a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a biological science including a minimum 3+ years experience in a clinical laboratory setting performing basic embryology techniques with experience in in-vitro fertilization. Excellent written and spoken communication skills with ability to interact appropriately with patients, physicians, nursing staff and co-workers. Has demonstrated ability to function as a team player.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $61,475.67 - $102,459.45 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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