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Weekend Embryologist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Junior Embryologist

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

Embryology Supervisor FLSA Status: Exempt Summary: CNY Fertility is a renowned fertility center ... This position requires weekend and holiday rotation. Physical Demands: The physical demands ...

Sunday through Thursday, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays and the ... In this role, the Embryologist will: Clinical and Technical Standards * Perform the following ...

Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM OR 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with rotating weekends on ... In this role, the Junior Embryologist will: * Undertake embryology laboratory procedures as ...

We are seeking an Embryologist at Duke Fertility Center located in Morrisville, NC to coordinate and participate in a variety of complex duties in Assisted Reproduction including facilitating the ...

Sunday through Thursday, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays and the ... In this role, the Embryologist will: Clinical and Technical Standards * Perform the following ...

Other duties as assigned The Embryologist III is capable of working autonomously and is accountable for managing the weekend workload and responding to alarms as needed. Education and/or Experience:

We are seeking an Embryologist at Duke Fertility Center located in Morrisville, NC to coordinate and participate in a variety of complex duties in Assisted Reproduction including facilitating the ...

Other duties as assigned The Embryologist III is capable of working autonomously and is accountable for managing the weekend workload and responding to alarms as needed. Education and/or Experience:

Tuesday through Saturday, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays and the ... In this role, the Embryologist will: Clinical and Technical Standards * Perform the following ...

Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM OR 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with rotating weekends on ... In this role, the Embryologist will: * Undertake embryology laboratory procedures as directed

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How much do weekend embryologist jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend embryologist in the United States is $84,015.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,000.00 and $93,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend Embryologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Embryologist, you need a strong background in reproductive biology, laboratory techniques, and typically a degree in biology or a related field. Familiarity with IVF laboratory equipment, micromanipulation tools, and compliance with relevant certifications or licensure is crucial. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and effective communication are important soft skills for ensuring accuracy and teamwork. These competencies are vital for maintaining high standards in embryo handling, optimizing patient outcomes, and ensuring laboratory operations run smoothly even on weekends.

What are weekend embryologists?

Weekend embryologists are specialized laboratory professionals who work in fertility clinics, primarily on weekends, to manage and monitor the development of embryos during in vitro fertilization (IVF) procedures. Their responsibilities include handling eggs, sperm, and embryos, performing laboratory assessments, and ensuring that the delicate processes required for successful IVF continue seamlessly through weekends. This role is crucial because embryo development and handling often require daily attention, including outside standard weekday hours, to maintain the highest success rates for fertility treatments.

Is there a demand for embryologists?

There is a steady demand for embryologists due to the increasing use of assisted reproductive technologies like IVF. Employment opportunities are expected to grow as fertility treatments become more common and clinics seek skilled professionals with laboratory and micromanipulation skills.

Do embryologists work on weekends?

Weekend embryologists work during non-standard hours to support fertility treatments and laboratory operations that run 24/7. Their schedules often include weekends and holidays to ensure timely processing of reproductive materials and patient care. Flexibility and availability are important aspects of the role.

What are the typical responsibilities and work environment for a Weekend Embryologist?

As a Weekend Embryologist, your primary responsibilities include monitoring embryo development, performing procedures such as fertilization checks, embryo grading, and preparing embryos for transfer or cryopreservation. You will often work in a laboratory environment within fertility clinics, collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, and lab staff to ensure optimal care for patients undergoing assisted reproductive treatments. Weekend shifts generally require a high level of autonomy and attention to detail, as well as a strong commitment to maintaining laboratory protocols and patient confidentiality. This role can be both rewarding and demanding due to its critical impact on patient outcomes and the need for precise, timely work during weekend hours.

Will AI replace embryologists?

AI technology can assist embryologists by analyzing data and images more quickly and accurately, but it is unlikely to fully replace the role. Embryologists require hands-on skills, clinical judgment, and ethical decision-making that current AI cannot replicate. The profession will likely evolve to incorporate AI tools to enhance precision and efficiency.

Where do embryologists get paid the most?

Embryologists tend to earn higher salaries in regions with a higher cost of living and more advanced fertility clinics, such as major metropolitan areas or countries with strong healthcare funding. Salaries can also vary based on experience, certifications, and the complexity of procedures performed. Generally, working in well-funded clinics or research institutions can lead to higher compensation for embryologists.
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Infographic showing various Weekend Embryologist job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, and 67% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $84,015 per year, or $40.4 per hour.

$70K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Build What Matters Most—Families, Futures, and Your Career

Enjoy meaningful work while contributing to an organization that changes lives every day. US Fertility, the nation’s leading partnership of physician-led fertility practices, is redefining what it means to build a career in reproductive medicine.

Our team members choose to build their career home at US Fertility because of the hope we inspire in our patients, the lives we help bring into the world, and the culture of excellence we foster across our organization. We share a deep commitment to continuously improving the patient experience and advancing research and development in one of the most dynamic and impactful fields of medicine.

Through our national network of premier fertility centers—including Reproductive Science Center of the Bay Area—we combine clinical expertise, scientific innovation, and compassionate care. The work we do building families offers purpose, challenge, and personal reward—and we’re just getting started.

Opportunity Overview

We have an immediate opening for a Junior Embryologist to join our team at Reproductive Science Center of the Bay Area in Menlo Park, California and as needed in San Ramon, California.

  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays.
  • Compensation: $70,000 to 90,000 per year (commensurate with experience).

This role provides the opportunity to grow within a nationally respected organization while remaining closely connected to the patients and teams you support every day.

How You’ll Contribute

At US Fertility, collaboration is fundamental to how we work. There is undeniable strength in numbers—and support is always within reach. Whether collaborating with more than 200 highly respected physicians nationwide or partnering with colleagues who are passionate about solving meaningful problems, you’ll be surrounded by a team committed to shared success.

In this role, the Junior Embryologist will:

  • Undertake embryology laboratory procedures as directed
  • Attention to detail with an awareness and understanding of the sensitive and confidential nature of ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology) treatment
  • Comply with HIPAA privacy regulations
  • Training in latest technologies including, but not limited to: trophetoderm biopsy, oocyte vitrification, and complex micromanipulation skills
  • Demonstrate advanced knowledge of reproductive biology including the male and female reproductive system
  • Demonstrate excellent clinical skills and be able to lead and work in a team environment
  • Must be comfortable with the physical handling of oocytes, embryos and semen including hazardous specimens
  • Management of aseptic techniques
  • Must be competent in the correct assessment and grading of oocyte, embryo and sperm morphology
  • Perform clerical tasks diligently and follow established protocols and laboratory guidelines
  • Meticulous data entry into computer databases and software programs
  • Ability to maintain detailed and accurate patient logs and laboratory reports
  • Communicate detailed information to patients, staff and regulatory bodies
  • Desire to develop and coordinate clinical research projects
  • Develops and completes research projects which are publishable
  • Provides support for manuscript preparation and editing
  • Provides support for CAP inspection preparedness and inspections
  • Desire to obtain additional competency certification by the American Board of Bioanalysis
  • Clear, professional and timely communication with staff, physicians and patients
  • Participate in Continuing Technical Improvement exercises
  • Maintain technical proficiency in routine laboratory procedures
  • Assist in the preparation of routine and ad hoc analyses of data relating to performance of the laboratory and individual technologists and to specific research projects
  • Performs all procedures required for IVF cycles, including medium and dish preparation, egg retrieval, sperm preparation, fertilization check, embryo evaluation, cryopreservation and thawing, transfer, ICSI and assisted hatching. Experience with trophectoderm biopsy is preferred
  • Performs all andrology services, including preparation of semen samples for artificial inseminations and IVF, cryopreservation of sperm, and complete sperm analysis assessed by World Health Organization (WHO) standards
  • Performs laboratory quality control (QC), quality assessment (QA), and participates in quality improvement (QI) programs, record keeping and collection of data
  • Participates in research on oocytes cryopreservation, oocyte maturation, preimplantation genetic diagnosis and related research
  • Performs other duties as assigned, and in keeping with company policies, procedures and standards of patient care and initiatives toward continuous improvement at the individual and organizational level
  • Perform daily embryology (set-up’s / egg retrievals / ICSI-IVF / fertilization –embryo development checks / embryo transfers / cryopreservation / testicular Bx preps-Cryo / embryo Bx for PGD) and reporting
  • Process semen specimens for artificial insemination/IVF-ICSI, hyaluran sperm binding assays and cryopreservation
  • Maintain, organize, scan and file patient results, making sure that all records are complete, including physician signatures, and accurate. Confirm results on the patient ART Summary sheets in EMR
  • Perform and maintain quality control records on all materials associated with the IVF lab and process
  • Insure that all laboratory procedures have properly consented prior to performing them
  • Communicate directly with physicians regarding daily IVF/ICSI and embryo development outcomes
  • Perform quality assurance and preventative maintenance
  • QUA Maintain, clean and disinfect of the IVF Lab and its equipment (especially the incubators)
  • Inform and work with nurses to coordinate daily procedure scheduling
  • Work with the Lab supervisor to maintain ART records for SART
  • Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for professionals who bring both technical skill and a deep sense of responsibility to the care experience—individuals who thrive in environments where excellence, empathy, and accountability matter.

Qualifications and Skills Include:

  • Bachelors Degree in Biology or related field required
  • 1+ years of related embryology experience
  • Artisan and Matcher experience is a plus
  • Ability to work weekends and holidays on a rotating basis with other teammates
  • Ability to work independently
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Good research skills
  • Tech savvy
  • Flexibility and willingness to learn at all times
  • Excellent multi-tasking abilities, communication and organizational skills

More important than any single credential, however, is the right person. Team members who are most successful at US Fertility embrace our mission, live our values, and remain committed to continuous improvement—for themselves, their colleagues, and the patients we serve.

What We Offer
US Fertility is proud to provide a competitive, comprehensive benefits package designed to support our team members—professionally and personally—across all employment types.

Full-Time Employees (30+ hours/week)

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Tuition assistance and professional development support
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
  • Life and disability benefits
  • Fertility Discount Program
  • Employee wellness and recognition programs

Part-Time Employees

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Employee wellness and recognition programs

Per Diem Employees

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee wellness and recognition programs

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Opportunity

US Fertility and its network partners believe that a diverse workforce is essential to fulfilling our mission of expanding patient access to the highest standards of fertility care. We are committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices that ensure our clinical and operational teams reflect and support the diverse communities and patients we serve.

Across our national footprint, US Fertility is a leader in offering clinical, administrative, and operational career opportunities at locations throughout the United States. We are equally committed to developing individual strengths, promoting from within, and supporting long-term career growth.

This is a moment of growth, innovation, and impact. Take the next step in your career with US Fertility—and help shape the future of fertility care.