Junior Embryologist

Junior Embryologist

Whitesboro, TX (Onsite)

$62,500 - $67,500 Base Salary

Full-Time | Direct Hire

Our client is a growing reproductive science laboratory specializing in advanced assisted reproductive technologies within the equine industry. This organization partners with breeders, veterinarians, and horse owners nationwide to support genetic preservation and embryo production through cutting-edge laboratory procedures.

This is an excellent opportunity for a laboratory professional who enjoys hands-on scientific work, meticulous attention to detail, and working in a fast-paced environment where every day contributes to meaningful reproductive outcomes.

The organization offers a collaborative team environment, strong mentorship, and a clear growth path into Senior Embryologist positions.

• Prepare culture media and laboratory materials
• Search for, identify, and recover oocytes from follicular fluid and flush samples
• Handle, mature, culture, and evaluate oocytes and embryos
• Perform embryo vitrification, warming, and cryopreservation procedures
• Process fresh, cooled, and frozen semen samples
• Support ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) procedures
• Monitor embryo development and perform quality assessments
• Maintain laboratory equipment, workstations, and sterile environments
• Manage laboratory inventory and client biological inventory
• Record and maintain accurate cycle and client data
• Follow quality control protocols and laboratory procedures
• Assist with off-site clinic support and occasional travel
• Participate in weekend and seasonal breeding support as needed

• Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Microbiology, or related field
• Minimum 2 years of embryology experience OR strong laboratory pipetting experience
• Experience working in a laboratory environment with sterile techniques
• Familiarity with laboratory quality control and management practices
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow detailed protocols
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Advanced degree in a related scientific discipline
• Experience handling oocytes and embryos
• Experience with cryopreservation techniques
• Experience preparing or processing semen samples
• Human, bovine, equine, or other animal embryology experience

• Embryology
• Cell Culture
• Microscopy
• Pipetting Techniques
• Aseptic/Sterile Technique
• Laboratory Operations
• Cryopreservation
• Reproductive Biology
• Data Entry & Documentation
• Inventory Management
• Quality Control
• Microsoft Excel & Word
• Scientific Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail

• $62,500 - $67,500 annual base salary

• PPO Medical Plan (eligible after 30 days)
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• Company contributes 50% of employee-only medical coverage
• 401(k) eligible after 90 days
• 3% company match up to 6%
• PTO accrual beginning at 8-10 hours per month
• Paid holidays with rotating coverage schedule
• Holiday hours paid at 1.5x rate
• Long-term career growth opportunities

• Standard schedule: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Seasonal overtime required during peak breeding season
• Flexibility required, including some evenings, weekends, and occasional off-site support