Senior Embryologist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Experience : 8 - 10 Yrs

Location : Mumbai

Designation : Senior Embryologist

Responsibilities:

1. IVF Laboratory Procedures

• Perform and supervise all IVF lab procedures including: Oocyte identification, grading, and handling
• Sperm preparation and processing
• ICSI procedures
• IVF insemination
• Embryo culture monitoring and grading
• Embryo transfer preparation and loading
• Cryopreservation and thawing (oocytes, embryos, sperm)
• Embryo biopsy assistance (if applicable)

Ensure proper handling of gametes and embryos with utmost accuracy and care.

2. Lab Quality Control & Compliance

• Maintain IVF lab standards as per regulatory and accreditation guidelines.
• Ensure daily QC checks for: Incubators
• Gas levels (CO₂ / O₂)
• Temperature monitoring
• Media preparation and validation
• Cryotank monitoring
• Witnessing and labeling accuracy

Ensure proper documentation of all lab procedures and maintain traceability logs.

3. Lab Planning & Cycle Coordination

• Coordinate with doctors, nurses, and care navigators for: OPU scheduling
• ET planning
• Cryo-thaw scheduling
• Procedure preparation timelines

Ensure smooth workflow for procedures and optimize lab time and resources.

4. Embryo Reporting & Clinical Coordination

• Prepare accurate embryo development reports for patients and doctors.
• Participate in clinical decision-making discussions regarding: Day of embryo transfer (D3 vs D5)
• Freezing decisions
• Embryo selection for transfer

Communicate updates clearly and ethically, ensuring realistic expectations.

5. Lab Inventory & Equipment Management

• Maintain lab inventory of consumables, media, disposables, and cryo supplies.
• Ensure timely procurement and prevent stock-outs.
• Monitor equipment servicing schedules and coordinate calibration and AMC requirements.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of critical lab materials.

• Patient Safety & Ethical Standards
• Ensure all lab processes follow strict patient safety protocols.
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical handling of all patient samples.
• Ensure double witnessing and minimize risk of mismatch at all stages.
• Follow best practices to maintain embryo viability and outcomes.

• Team Leadership & Training
• Supervise and mentor junior embryologists, lab technicians, and interns.
• Train staff on: Lab SOPs
• Safety protocols
• Equipment handling
• Documentation practices
• Conduct internal audits, skill assessments, and corrective training sessions.

• SOP Development & Audit Readiness
• Maintain and update IVF lab SOPs as per latest protocols and internal standards.
• Support NABH / ISO / internal audits as required.
• Ensure incident reporting, CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions), and root-cause analysis when needed.

Qualifications:

• MSc in Clinical Embryology / Biotechnology / Life Sciences (or relevant specialization)
• 8–10 years of IVF lab experience, with proven expertise in:
• ICSI
• Embryo culture and grading
• Cryopreservation (vitrification & warming)
• Certification in Clinical Embryology is preferred
• Registered / eligible as per ART regulations and clinic compliance norms
• Experience in handling high-volume cycles is a strong advantage

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape the future of healthtech and make a significant impact.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages innovation and growth.
• Professional development opportunities and career advancement prospects.