Research Associate/Senior Research Associate, Avian Cell Engineering
Colossal Biosciences
Summary
Colossal is looking for a talented cell or developmental biologist with an interest in the manipulation of avian primordial germ cells. You will work closely with other lab team members in efforts to innovate on protocols of avian primordial germ cell culture, and reintroduction into embryos using cutting edge technologies.
Job description
This position is based out of Dallas, TX. Relocation assistance is available.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Test novel cell culture conditions, sort, screen, and expand avian primordial germ cells according to latest protocols and newly developed approaches
- Using a dissection microscope, collect blood and tissue from avian embryos for use in cell line derivations
- Using a micropipette under a microscope, inject primordial germ cells into surrogate embryos
- Work on project milestones
- Attends lab meetings, prepares reports and presentations on the progress of projects
- Great organizational skills and excellent laboratory record maintenance
- May require some international travel
Required Skills and Abilities
- Experience manipulating embryos under a microscope
- Experience in cell line derivation, culture, propagation, and transfection methodologies
- Experience in molecular biology (nucleic and protein extraction, gel electrophoresis)
- Experience with qPCR, FACS, flow cytometry, immunostaining
- Strong written and oral communication skills, as well as creative problem-solving skills
Education and Experience
- BA/BS/MA/MS in biological sciences, developmental biology, bioengineering, molecular biology, genetics, or any science related field
Requirements
- Experience manipulating embryos under a microscope
- Experience in cell line derivation, culture, propagation, and transfection methodologies
- Experience in molecular biology (nucleic and protein extraction, gel electrophoresis)
- Experience with qPCR, FACS, flow cytometry, immunostaining
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Creative problem-solving skills
- BA/BS/MA/MS in biological sciences, developmental biology, bioengineering, molecular biology, genetics, or any science related field
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Paid Time Off
- Company Holidays
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Parental Leave
- Education Reimbursement
Company overview
Colossal Biosciences is a pioneering American biotechnology and genetic engineering company founded in 2021 by Harvard geneticist George Church and serial entrepreneur Ben Lamm. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, the company specializes in developing radical new technologies to advance the field of genomics and species restoration. Colossal is the first company to apply CRISPR gene-editing technology for the purpose of species de-extinction, beginning with ambitious projects to revive the woolly mammoth, Tasmanian tiger, dodo bird, dire wolf, and other extinct species. The company's mission extends beyond de-extinction to include protection of critically endangered species and repopulation of critical ecosystems that support biodiversity and ecosystem health. With over 170 scientists and advisors, Colossal combines cutting-edge genetic engineering with conservation biology to address the global biodiversity crisis. The company has raised significant funding, achieving unicorn status and becoming Texas' first decacorn with a valuation exceeding $10 billion. Beyond its scientific endeavors, Colossal has spun out software platforms like Form Bio and established the Colossal Foundation to support conservation efforts worldwide.