Veterinary Surgeon – Bovine Reproduction & Embryo Transfer
Build Your Own Fertility Career Within One of Ireland’s Most Advanced Reproduction Teams
Target Genetics is expanding our OPU (ovum pick-up) and embryo transfer services, and we are looking for an ambitious veterinary surgeon who wants to move beyond conventional practice and develop specialist expertise in cattle fertility and advanced breeding technologies.
This is a unique opportunity to join a rapidly growing bovine IVF and embryo transfer operation working at the forefront of:
OPU / IVF programmes
Embryo transfer
Advanced fertility management
Elite beef and dairy genetics
High-performance donor and recipient management
More Than Just an OPU Role
We are looking for someone who wants to build a long-term career in bovine reproduction.
Alongside OPU and ET work, there will be significant opportunity to:
Develop your own fertility-related services
Expand herd fertility consultancy work
Grow reproductive scanning and synchronisation programmes
Develop recipient herd management systems
Build client relationships within progressive beef and dairy herds
Shape new reproductive services as the company expands
The role offers genuine autonomy and progression for the right person.
The Role Includes
Performing and assisting with OPU procedures
Donor and recipient reproductive management
Farm fertility visits and reproductive consultancy
Working closely with embryologists and lab teams
Travel throughout Ireland and the UK as services expand
About Us
Target Genetics is Ireland’s leading bovine IVP provider and is an Extension site of Trans Ova Genetics, one of the world’s leading livestock IVF companies, bringing world-class reproductive technology to Ireland North & South.
Has experience in large animal or mixed practice
Has a strong interest in cattle fertility and reproduction
Wants to develop specialist expertise
Is practical, organised, and client-focused
Enjoys working independently and within a team
Wants to help shape the future of cattle breeding
Previous embryo transfer or IVF experience is an advantage, but not essential. Training and mentorship can be provided for the right candidate.
What We Offer
Competitive salary package
Structured career progression
Exposure to advanced IVF and reproductive technologies
Opportunity to develop your own area of expertise
A role within one of the fastest-growing areas of the cattle industry
This is an opportunity to build a career — not just take a job.
Apply with CV and cover letter to info@targenetics.ie
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