Description
About Perch Fertility
Perch Fertility is a boutique reproductive endocrinology and infertility practice founded by Dr. Meir Olcha, our Medical Director and a double board-certified specialist in OB/GYN and Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility. We were built on a simple premise: every patient’s fertility journey is unique, and their care should be too. We provide highly personalized treatment — from comprehensive diagnostics and modified low-dose IVF to embryo genetic testing, fertility preservation, and inclusive family-building care for LGBTQ+ individuals and couples.
Our laboratory is the heart of our practice and is led by Dr. Bryan T. Kloos, PhD, HCLD (ABB), an internationally recognized IVF laboratory director. Together with Dr. Olcha, he has built a lab environment that combines world-class scientific leadership with the warmth and attention to detail of a small practice — and now we are looking for the right person to anchor it day to day.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Senior Embryologist to join our clinical embryology team. In this role, you will perform the full range of advanced embryology and andrology procedures and uphold rigorous quality standards, working under the direction of our on-site Laboratory Manager with overall scientific oversight from Dr. Kloos. This is a hands-on senior staff role with meaningful technical ownership and room to grow alongside the practice.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Embryology
Identify and grade oocytes, prepare sperm for insemination, perform conventional IVF insemination and ICSI, and evaluate fertilization
Monitor embryo development and quality from cleavage stage through blastocyst
Perform assisted hatching, vitrification, and warming of oocytes and embryos
Conduct embryo biopsies and prepare samples for Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT)
Set up and document embryo transfer procedures using strict chain-of-custody and witnessing protocols
Andrology
Perform semen analyses, sperm preparation for IUI, sperm cryopreservation and thawing
Support endocrine testing as needed
Laboratory Operations & Quality
Execute daily, weekly, and monthly QC procedures and respond promptly to out-of-range parameters or equipment alerts per established SOPs
Support preventative maintenance programs and proficiency testing, including human sperm survival assay and mouse embryo assay
Maintain compliance with TJC, CLIA, FDA, and applicable New Jersey regulatory standards
Maintain accurate records in the EMR and support SART data submission
Collaboration & Mentorship
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior embryology and andrology staff
Support the Laboratory Manager and Dr. Kloos on protocol refinement, technology adoption, and continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate closely with Dr. Olcha, the clinical team, and patient coordinators to deliver a seamless, patient-centered experience
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Reproductive Biology, or a related field
Minimum of 4 years of clinical embryology experience in a high-complexity IVF laboratory
Demonstrated proficiency in ICSI, embryo biopsy for Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT), and oocyte/embryo vitrification and warming
Ability to work effectively as part of a team under the direction of an on-site Laboratory Manager
Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as cycle volume requires
Strong attention to detail, sound independent judgment, and excellent communication skills
Preferred
Master’s degree in Embryology, Reproductive Biology, or related field
Technical Supervisor (TS) certification from the American Board of Bioanalysis (ABB)
Prior experience mentoring or supervising laboratory staff
Familiarity with time-lapse imaging systems and modern PGT workflows
Why Join Perch
A lab built for excellence, not volume. Our facility is purpose-built and outfitted with leading-edge technology, giving you the tools to do your best work without the bottlenecks of a large legacy practice.
Exceptional scientific leadership. Few labs of our size offer the caliber of mentorship and clinical partnership that Dr. Kloos and Dr. Olcha provide.
Real impact. Your craft will be reflected in every cycle, with the autonomy of a senior practitioner and the support of an experienced leadership team above you.
A patient-centered culture. Our team is small, collaborative, and genuinely invested in outcomes — for our patients and for each other.
Growth pathway. This role is structured with a clear runway toward expanded laboratory leadership as the practice scales.
Compensation
Base salary: $80,000 – $140,000, commensurate with experience and credentials.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your embryology experience and what draws you to Perch Fertility. We review applications on a rolling basis and will reach out to qualified candidates promptly.
Perch Fertility is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the patients and families we serve, and we welcome applications from candidates of all background