Colossal is seeking a talented Senior Research Associate in the field of embryology that will be responsible for the design and execution of experiments that enable ex utero embryo development. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team focused on advancing in vitro support systems. This role is integral to Colossal’s mission of contributing to the conservation and de-extinction of animal species through innovative scientific and technological advancements.
**This position is in Dallas TX, with minimal periodic (10%) travel anticipated. Relocation assistance is available.**
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Independently handle and perform embryo experiments (IVF, ET, in vitro culture, cryopreservation, ESC culture, micromanipulation)
- Independently handle and perform animal experiments
- Generate, interpret, and present results to answer fundamental embryo development and gestational biology questions
- Utilize experimental findings to guide the team towards system modifications and improvements
- Critically and efficiently analyze, understand, and apply scientific research to achieve team objectives
- Occasional night and weekend work required
Preferred Skills/Abilities:
- Strong ability to rigorously apply the scientific method to solve scientific problems
- Ability to work independently, navigate uncertainty, and tackle complex problems with confidence
- Exceptional organization, communication and presentation abilities
- Apply statistical analysis to ensure the relevance, accuracy, and effective interpretation of data
- Advanced proficiency in laboratory environments
- High level of intellectual and technical capacity to drive creative research
- Strong ability to collaborate effectively within a team, including both teaching and learning from colleagues
- Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership and a team-first mentality
- Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in fast-paced environments
- Some technical areas of experience that will be helpful, not all are required:
- in vitro fertilization, embryo transfer
- Cryopreservation, micromanipulation
- in vitro embryo culture, post-implantation embryo culture
- General aseptic techniques
- Organ-on-a-chip, organoid models
- Microscopy, histology, and IHC/IF
- Molecular biology/standard wet lab techniques
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree from an ABET accredited program in science or related fields such as biomedical/bioengineering, biology, biophysics/biochemistry, biomaterials etc.
- 2+ years of industry or highly applied experience in embryology, preferably in Research & Development (MS may substitute for 2 years of experience)
What Colossal Offers You:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Unlimited PTO and company holidays so you can rest and recharge
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Company matched 401k retirement plan
- Paid parental leave up to 12 weeks
- Education reimbursement
- An opportunity to help us return the Earth to a healthier state
The team at Colossal is committed, colorful, passionate, intelligent, collaborative, creative, experienced, scientific and world-class. That sounds like a lot to fit into one building. That’s why we are spread out in three locations that include laboratories, test facilities, academic institutions, libraries and offices. Dallas. Austin. Boston.
Through it all, however, we maintain a culture of positivity, hope, happiness and belief that we’re doing something big. Something Colossal.
Colossal is proud to be an equal employment opportunity workplace. We welcome people from all backgrounds as well as celebrate and support diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment of mutual respect that is free from discrimination and harassment so everyone can thrive.
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What We Do
Colossal is a breakthrough bioscience and genetic engineering company that builds radical new technologies to advance the field of genomics. Colossal creates disruptive technologies for extinct species restoration, critically endangered species protection and the repopulation of critical ecosystems that support the continuation of life on Earth. The company is the first to apply CRISPR technology for the purposes of species de-extinction, beginning with the woolly mammoth. Colossal is accepting humanity’s duty to restore Earth to a healthier state.
Why Work With Us
Colossal will revolutionize history and be the first company to use CRISPR technology successfully in the de-extinction of previously lost species. On the journey we will build radical new software tools and technologies to advance the science of genomics overall. Join our team and be proud of your contribution to science and the planet.
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