Scheduled Hours
20
Position Summary
The Division of Reproductive Medicine is hiring an Andrologist to join our IVF team of scientists to BUILD FAMILIES. This position serves our patients in various lab procedures which include preparing semen samples for insemination, semen analysis, cryopreservation of semen specimens, patient scheduling, operation of Abbott IMX equipment, and on occasion, radio-immunoassays.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Supports the continuous improvement of quality and service to ensure the school's goal of excellence in clinical outcomes and 100% consumer satisfaction.
- Serves patient needs by performing daily operation of the laboratory. Daily procedures and responsibilities include preparation of semen samples for insemination, semen analysis, operation of the Hamilton Thorne semen analyzer, cryopreservation of semen specimens, result reporting in EPIC, and operation of Roche Cobas e411.
- Accepts labels and handles specimens according to laboratory guidelines. Performs procedures and tests in a consistent fashion to yield valid results. Documents results as trained.
- Performs and documents internal quality control procedures and preventive maintenance in accordance with laboratory guidelines. This includes the proper maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment. Performs activities in compliance with federal regulations, i.e. Clinical Laboratories Improvement Amendments (CLIA).
- Observes established safety measures. Avoids creating hazardous situations. Recognizes actual and potential hazardous situations and problems and utilizes problem-solving skills to correct them. Reports hazardous problems to the General Supervisor or Laboratory Director in a timely manner and documents appropriately.
- Tabulates or calculates statistical data generated in the laboratory. Assists the Laboratory Director with development and revision of laboratory manuals.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Normal office environment
Physical Effort
- Typically sitting at a desk or table
Equipment
- Office equipment
- Specialized laboratory equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree - Biological Sciences
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience:
No specific work experience is required for this position.
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Preferred Qualifications:
- Understanding of the sensitive and confidential nature of assisted reproductive technology testing and procedures.
- Coursework in Biology and Chemistry is highly recommended.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills:
Biology, Chemistry, Computer Databases, Detail-Oriented, Eye-Hand Coordination, Visual Perception
Grade
C09-H
Salary Range
$23.63 - $35.49 / Hourly
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
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Accommodation
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All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
