Professional Services Embryologist at URUS Group

Turlock, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Oocyte Handling, Embryo Grading, Cryopreservation, Embryo Transfer, IETS Standards, Microscope Operation, Data Entry, Client Communication, Manual Dexterity, Reproductive Physiology

Industry

Farming

Description

Trans Ova Genetics is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Professional Services Embryologist to join our team! This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about animal science and reproductive technology to gain hands-on experience in embryo production and transfer. In this role, you’ll work closely with experienced professionals to support oocyte and embryo handling, grading, and thawing while ensuring accuracy and consistency in every step. If you’re eager to grow your career in embryology and enjoy a mix of lab work, travel, and teamwork, we’d love to have you on our team! Trans Ova Genetics provides in-depth training that provides a solid foundation prior to supporting client production. As a member of this team, day trips with occasional overnight stays would be required throughout Western Region (California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Nevada). This full-time opportunity is available immediately and offers benefits such as flexible scheduling, paid time off, 401K, insurance, and many other amazing perks! This position will require you to live in or near Turlock, CA, and be open to travel. RESPONSIBILITIES * Perform OPU and flush filter searching, including oocyte and embryo identification * Evaluate embryos in alignment with IETS standards * Execute cryopreservation and thawing of embryos * Assist with fresh and frozen embryo transfers * Prepare and pack embryo and semen shipments * Maintain accurate data entry, reporting, and inventory tracking * Coordinate client communication and transfer scheduling * Support IVF lab operations and adhere to all workplace safety protocols QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science (or related field) or Veterinary Technician degree * Strong foundational knowledge and interest in reproductive physiology * Less than 2 years of embryology or TOG-related experience * Strong attention to detail, organization, and manual dexterity * Ability to work extended periods at a microscope with precise hand-eye coordination * Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work with liquid nitrogen * Willingness to travel, including weekends and extended workdays; valid driver’s license required * Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and clients Trans Ova Genetics, a member of the URUS Group, provides industry-leading reproductive technologies and expertise to cattle breeders through a unique professional services team that works closely with clients to understand their breeding goals and ultimately help clients advance and extend superior genetics. Trans Ova Genetics understands the process that will help multiply a herd’s genetic success. Reproductive technologies such as embryo transfer, in-vitro fertilization (IVF), sexed-semen, genetic preservation, and cloning are considered the reproductive “tools” available for breeders looking to achieve specific breeding and reproductive goals. Internationally recognized as a source of superior animal husbandry and reproductive expertise, Trans Ova Genetics offers an integrated system of regional centers, satellite stations, and on-farm application of reproductive technologies. Trans Ova's headquarters are in Sioux Center, Iowa, but we have many offices and satellite centers across the country. On-going research and applied science allow Trans Ova Genetics to develop and implement new technologies to help move the science of bovine genetic improvement forward. Trans Ova is dedicated to meeting the requirements of their customers and to continual improvement. TOG has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. As a holding company with cooperative and private ownership, URUS is a family of businesses at the heart of the dairy and beef industry – Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS. Each organization has its unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services to maximize conceptions, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS has 9 brands in 17 retail countries and employs nearly 2,800 people globally.

Responsibilities

Perform oocyte and embryo identification, grading, and cryopreservation while supporting IVF lab operations. Coordinate client communications and execute embryo transfers across the Western Region.