Research Embryologist

Come join CCRM Fertility, a global pioneer in fertility treatment, research, science, specializing in IVF, fertility testing, egg freezing, preimplantation genetic testing, third party reproduction and egg donation. As a member of CCRM Fertility’s diverse team of professionals, you will be a part of helping families grow and changing lives. We take pride in providing our employees with meaningful employment, a supportive culture, and a well-balanced personal & work life alignment. For more information, visit www.ccrmivf.com

Location Address: 10290 RidgeGate Circle, Lone Tree, CO 80124

Department: Laboratory

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 9am-5:30pm with occasional weekend and holidays shifts in rotation with other staff members.

What We Offer Our Team Members:

• Generous Paid time-off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health benefits eligible the first day of the month following your start date.
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match (first of the month following 2 months of service)
• Basic & Supplement Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-Term Disability
• Flexible spending including Dependent Care and Commuter benefits.
• Health Savings Account
• CCRM Paid Family Medical Leave (eligible after 1 year)
• Supplemental Options (Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident)
• Professional Development, Job Training, and Cross Training Opportunities 

What You Will Do: The Research Embryologist position will demonstrate knowledge and skill related to experiments for clinical media development and collection of oocyte and embryo samples and laboratory maintenance and support. This position will work in the EMR system to gather and compile patient data in the designated Excel spreadsheets. This position reports to the Research Director and should function in an independent fashion. 

• Successfully complete IVM/IVF/IVC (including all steps and media preparation) in mouse and other animal models.
• Conduct experiments assessing various cellular and molecular endpoints in oocytes, sperm and/or preimplantation mammalian embryos using multiple analytical techniques including but not limited to:
  • Assess ICM/TE/Total cell number in blastocysts.
  • Real time quantitative PCR (DNA/RNA isolation, cDNA synthesis)
  • Immunohistochemistry
  • Embryo micromanipulation
  • Live and fixed cell/tissue imaging
• Perform embryo transfer in mice.
• Record results of all research in a laboratory notebook and excel files.
• Conduct assigned laboratory maintenance duties.
• Add data to laboratory QC database on a regular basis.
• Report and discuss research results at weekly lab meetings and bi-weekly meetings with laboratory PI; assist in planning future work.
• Read scientific literature.
• Assist in interpretation of experimental results.
• Create graphs and tables of research data.
• Assist in preparation of manuscripts.
• Assist in preparation of seminars.
• Bank and catalog samples, both human and research models.
• Assist Senior Researchers to maintain freezer inventories.
• Assist with reagent aliquot preparation and inventory.
• Present research findings at national and international meetings.
• Participate in seminars and journal clubs.
• Communicate with Research Department staff regarding coordination of laboratory function.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Sciences, Biology, Cell and Molecular Biology, or a related field, required.
• Scientific laboratory experience.
• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Excel, and use of basis office equipment.
• Strong ability to follow procedures and protocols is essential.
• Must be organized with a strong ability to multi-task, prioritize, have strong attention to detail, and utilize time efficiently.

Working Conditions: The physical demands described here are representative of those which should be met, with or without reasonable accommodation (IAW ADA Guidelines), by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office and clinical setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, including computer keyboards and mice; telephones; photocopiers; scanners; filing cabinets. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others. The employee is frequently required to sit; will occasionally stand and/or walk; use hands and fingers to grasp, pick, pinch, type; and reach with hands and arms. Employees should have the visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading, and operation of standard office machines and equipment. 

CCRM’s Compensation: The salary range represents the national average compensation for this position. The base salary offered will vary based on location, experience, skills, and knowledge. The pay range does not reflect the total compensation package. Our rewards may include an annual bonus, flexible work arrangements, and many other region-specific benefits.

Pre-Employment Requirements: All offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of the CCRM Fertility onboarding process, including verification of eligibility and authorization to work in the United States. This employer participates in the E-Verify Program in order to verify the identity and work authorization of all newly hired employees.

Equal Employment/Anti-Discrimination: We are an equal-opportunity employer. In all aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, the choice will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.