Laboratory Technician

Position Overview

At CooperSurgical, a leader in fertility and women’s healthcare, you will work within one of our specialized laboratories – including the Genetics Lab, California Cryobank Reproductive Tissue Recovery, Cord Blood Registry (CBR), or Stem Cell Processing Lab – executing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to screen, process, and preserve clinical samples. You will perform lab bench work, cryogenic procedures, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve optimal outcomes in patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute SOPs to screen, process, and preserve semen, cord blood, and tissue samples.
• Perform semen evaluations, prepare samples for intrauterine (IUI) and intracervical (ICI) insemination, and conduct post-thaw sample analyses.
• Process cord blood and tissue samples, perform cryogenic procedures (including liquid nitrogen storage-tank verifications and vial transfers), and maintain required certifications.
• Maintain and clean laboratory equipment, perform routine assays, register temperatures, and manage lab inventory.
• Document procedures, maintain specimen logs and clinical reports, and ensure compliance with all regulatory, quality assurance, and safety standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, communicate deviations or anomalies, and provide support for donor/patient-related tasks.
• Perform additional duties as assigned and participate in department projects; may perform phlebotomy if licensed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the sciences preferred.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment usage and maintenance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately.
• Capability to work in physically demanding environments typical of laboratory settings.

Benefits & Perks

• Base Pay ranges: NY Level II ($24.29–$32.65), NJ Analyst ($45,000), NJ Specialist ($57,121), MA Level II ($22.11–$29.49).
• Eligible for additional types of compensation and benefits.