Trans Ova Genetics Hiring for Professional Services Technician – TXP at Dumas, TX Full Time

Position Purpose: Multiply the success of client breeding programs by producing embryos from their donor cows and pregnancies in their recipient cows. Ensure disease and trauma are minimized when embryos are harvested from donors and transferred into recipients. Monitor the reproductive fertility in resident cows while contributing to a positive working environment, delivering services which exceed customer expectation.
Key Responsibilities:

• Flush and transfer bovine embryos in the clinic and on farms.
• Perform ultrasound guided transvaginal ovum pickup procedures for bovine IVF embryo production.
• Review and design superovulation and synchronization protocols for donors and recipients.
• Evaluate pregnancy status in recipients post-implant using ultrasonography to:

• Evaluate the gender in embryo transfer and in-vitro fetuses.
• Evaluate the number and viability fetuses in cows implanted with clone or research embryos.

• Perform rectal palpations to evaluate reproductive status of incoming and backgrounded recipient cows.
• Execute, monitor, and continue to improve the biosecurity programs on the farms.
• Maintain a professional image reflective of Trans Ova s industry position.
• Follows Trans Ova s policies and procedures.
• Perform and complete other tasks assigned by supervisor.

Education Requirements:

• Masters or Ph. D in Bovine Reproduction or related field
• Qualifying experience may also be considered in lieu of advanced degrees

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Ability to put in long days (up to 14 hours) during seasonal periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time.
• Strong and reliable back, shoulder, arm, hand and ability to manipulate the bovine reproductive tract multiple times.
• Excellent hand coordination and finger sensation.

Other Skills/Experience

• Passion for bovine reproduction with a desire for continual learning.
• Strong sense for connecting with customers and identifying and fulfilling their needs.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• High degree of professionalism.
• Proficiency in computer skills including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: Multiple Locations