Megan Carriere

Current embryologist with over 5 years experience in the research industry. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the IVF field.

Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI (2022-Jan 2024)

Clinical Embryologist

• Performs semen analysis, hormone assays, and semen cryopreservation
• Processes semen for all IVF procedures (including TESA and microTESE)
• Performs embryo grading on Day 3 - Day 6 embryos
• Assists physician with embryo transfers
• Performs freezing and thawing on human embryos
• Prepares all aspects of media/culture preparation
• Assists physician with egg retrievals
• Executes assisted hatching, insemination and daily fertilization checks
• Assists with the assessment and selection of embryos for transfer and vitrification
• Prepares patient charts and verifies consents

Vitrolife, Englewood, CO (2019-2022)

Embryologist I

• Performed 1-cell MEA culture for 100+ tests a week
• Lead, analyzed, and wrote short study reports for research studies
• Prepared non-routine records for research/investigation studies
• Ran and executed analysis on cell counts
• Performed statistical analysis to confirm passing assays through Nikon's 3D imaging software
• Involved with training new embryologists and laboratory technicians
• In charge/lead of overseeing the "mouse house"
• Formulated media for culture preparation and for chemical/raw material testing

Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI (2017-2018)

Clinical Research Coordinator II

• Screened and enrolled patients onto research studies
• Performed and monitored patients vitals and lab work (phlebotomy)
• Performed safe specimen handling according to the specific protocol
• Discussed protocols and obtained consent from patients for study
• Main oversight for all of the patient required aspects of the study
• Reported and monitored Serious Adverse Events
• Maintained research tracking and study databases for quality control, resolution of queries and regular review
• Followed FDA and GCP guidelines

Mercy Health St. Mary's, Grand Rapids, MI (2015-2016)

Cytology Laboratory Assistant

• Processed pap smears and non-gynecological specimens
• Prepared cellients, cell blocks, and thin prep slides
• Performed data entry and analysis
• Performed laboratory quality control procedures

St. Mary’s Hospital, Grand Rapids & Livonia, MI (2012-2015)

Patient Care Assistant

• Performed vital sign checks on a continuous basis
• Encouraged and assisted patient's with hygiene care
• Collaborated with nurses and other medical professionals about patient's care/care plan
• Performed bladder scans and EKGs
• Informed nurses if any vitals or blood sugar checks were out of range
• Followed-up with the appropriate intervention for high or low blood sugars

Workshop on Colony Management and Biomethods (Jackson Laboratory), CITI Research Training, CPR, and Phlebotomy

In Progress: Medical Animation

Presented my abstract at ASRM 2021 in Baltimore, Maryland.

• "Mouse Embryo Assay (MEA); It's Not What You Do, It's The Way That You Do It!"

Microsoft Office Suite, Cerner, CIS, OnCore, Rave, InForm, PeopleSoft, Medrio, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Animate.

Make-A-Wish, Colorado (2021-2022)

• Assisted with implementing and organizing fundraising events
• Worked as a wish grater and organized, lead and executed more than a handful of children’s wishes