Junior Embryologist – IVF Laboratory | Fertility Specialists of Texas | Plano, TX
Fertility Specialists of Texas (FST) is a leading fertility clinic known for our advanced treatments and compassionate, patient-centered approach. With high success rates and exceptional care, we provide services including fertility consultations, egg, sperm, and embryo freezing, IUI, and IVF. Our dedicated team supports patients every step of the way.
We're looking for a meticulous and detail-oriented Junior Embryologist to join our IVF Laboratory team full-time in Plano, TX. In this role, you'll work alongside experienced laboratory leadership to perform the technical and scientific procedures that make IVF possible — contributing directly to patient outcomes at every stage of the process. If you're precise, adaptable, and genuinely inspired by the work, this is where you belong.
What You'll Do
You'll be hands-on from day one, working across clinical procedures, patient communication, and lab operations:
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Identify and grade retrieved oocytes, prepare sperm for insemination, and evaluate oocytes for fertilization
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Monitor embryo growth and quality at cleavage and blastocyst stages under the guidance of experienced lab leadership
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Perform vitrification and warming of embryos, semen analyses, sperm preparation for IUI, and endocrinology testing as needed
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Receive foundational training in micromanipulation procedures as you grow in the role
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Communicate daily with patients about embryo development and prognosis with clarity and compassion
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Maintain accurate records in eIVF, the Embryology Access database, and SART in compliance with regulatory requirements
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Execute daily, weekly, and monthly QC procedures and respond to out-of-range parameters and equipment malfunctions per established protocols
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Support the Laboratory Director with preventative maintenance, data gathering, and research participation
What We're Looking For
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Bachelor's degree and at least one year of hands-on laboratory experience
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Strong attention to detail and meticulous documentation habits
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Ability to stay calm, focused, and accurate under pressure
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Clear communicator across both patient-facing and clinical team settings
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Comfortable working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
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Familiarity with FDA, CAP, and SART regulatory standards is a plus
Schedule
This is a full-time, salaried day shift position working 40 hours per week between the hours of 6:30 am and 4:30 pm (8- hour shift during those hours). Weekend and holiday coverage is required on a rotating basis — typically one to two weekends per month, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Join Us
At FST, you'll be part of a team that shows up every day to help families grow. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued from day one.
