Research AssociateSenior Research Associate, Cell Engineering

Dallas, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Colossal is looking for a talented research associate in cell biology with an interest in the derivation characterization and gene editing from non-model mammalian organisms. You will work closely with other lab team members in efforts to innovate on protocols of genome editing reprogramming and lineage differentiation using cutting edge technologies.

This position is based on-site in Dallas TX. Relocation assistance is available.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Derive and characterize stable cell lines from primary tissues
Microdissection skills for cell line derivations
Test novel cell culture conditions and delivery methods to optimize gene editing
Expand clonal cell lines for cryopreservation genotyping and QC assays
Develop cell assays to perform genotype to phenotype predictions
Work with team members to integrate targeting genotyping and QC workflows
Schedule analyze and execute experiments to deliver on project milestones
Attend lab meetings prepares reports and presentations on the progress of projects
Demonstrate great organizational skills and excellent laboratory record maintenance

Required Schedule:

Once onboarding is complete this role will have a non-traditional workweek. The individual in this role will have 2 days off per week but that may not be Saturday/Sunday. The individual must be available to work weekends.

Required Skills and Abilities:

Experience in primary cell line derivation culture optimization and cryopreservation
Experience with electroporation and transfection to maximize gene delivery and viability
Experience immunostaining cells for flow cytometry and fluorescent microscopy
Exceptional aseptic technique as antibiotic free cultures are standard
Organized and comfortable multi-tasking to deliver on concurrent projects on time
Strong written and oral communication skills as well as creative problem-solving skills

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

Experience with high throughput imaging platforms and data analysis
Experience with automated cell culture systems
Experience with stem cell culture such as mouse embryonic stem cells (mESC) or induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC)

Education and Experience:

BA/BS/MA/MS in biological sciences bioengineering molecular biology genetics or any science related field.

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. Thats why we are spread out in several locations that include laboratories test facilities academic institutions libraries and offices.

Through it all however we maintain a culture of positivity hope happiness and belief that were 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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Required Experience:

Senior IC