Director, Artificial Womb Technology Research

The science of exogenous development is at an inflection point and Colossal intends to be the organization that moves it from theoretical possibility to biological reality. This role exists for the scientist who has thought deeply about what becomes possible if the resource and freedom constraints were removed because at Colossal they are. Colossal is offering the right scientist not just resources and autonomy but the conditions to achieve world firsts in exogenous development that no academic institution government lab or competitor can currently replicate. The work you do here will define the field.

Reporting to the Chief Biology Officer the Director of AWT Research will spearhead groundbreaking research on techniques of embryo manipulation in model and non-model organisms. The new Director AWT will lead an interdisciplinary team of talented reproductive biologists and engineers to develop implement and maintain strategic plans for the Artificial Womb Technology Team. The successful candidate will be a skilled scientist and leader across Colossal Biosciences multi-disciplinary team. This individual will be a key driver and partner in achieving the short-term milestones in the Companys first live births leading to the scale and expansion of species-specific programs that meet the overall vision of Colossal.

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

• Access resources and engineering capability unavailable in traditional academic environments.
• Lead an integrated team spanning developmental biology reproductive biology biomaterials and engineering.
• Translate discoveries rapidly into scalable technologies with real conservation impact.
• Shape the scientific direction of one of the worlds most ambitious biotechnology programs.

• Deliver the first successful live births using Colossals Artificial Womb Technology platform.
• Build a world-leading multidisciplinary research program integrating developmental biology reproductive biology biomaterials and engineering.
• Translate scientific discoveries into scalable technologies supporting Colossals conservation and de-extinction programs.
• Recruit mentor and inspire a globally recognised scientific team.
• Build the intellectual property portfolio defining the future of exogenous development.

• Serve as a strategic partner to the Chief Biology Officer and the development team on all AWT research efforts overseeing multiple projects leveraging resources from cross functional areas to advance AWT research programs into clinical proof-of-concept and final product.
• Provide scientific leadership expertise management from discovery through translational activities with a focus on rapidly progressing research programs through an R&D process.
• Serve as the overall program leader of multiple interdisciplinary teams for each species-specific program.
• Responsible for the successful collaboration and overall development and implementation activities driving Colossals AWT platform for the initial and future designated species programs.
• Oversee mixed teams of scientists and engineers who lead the design execution analysis and interpretation of in vitro ex-vivo and in vivo experiments to validate novel technology and approaches to create species specific artificial wombs.
• Ensure appropriate scientific rigor in the design conduct validity and interpretation of results.
• Recognize and conceptualize patents and validate innovative solutions and approaches to anticipate emerging needs.
• Serve as the scientific translational and developmental biology leader for external collaborations and scientific presentations to investors investigators and academic community.
• Provide guidance on biology/translational science and execute on resulting plans with regulatory agencies.
• Work with internal and external legal teams to build an IP portfolio including regulatory filings patent applications and manuscripts published in peer-reviewed journals.
• Lead efforts to build collaborative relationships and alliances with internal and external partners to drive innovation and influence the AWT portfolio.
• Develop and manage annual quarterly and monthly objectives and deep expertise in emerging science and technology across developmental biology genetic engineering and reproductive medicine translating that knowledge into strategic analysis technical problem solving and continuous improvement that keeps AWT programs on timeline and ahead of the field.
• Animal ethics - ensure that all operations are performed with appropriate regulatory oversight including IACUC USDA IATA others as appropriate.
• Talent development - Recruit develop and retain scientific talent that enables achievement of strategic path milestones

The successful candidate will be a recognized Scientific Leader in the developmental biology discipline with knowledge and enthusiasm for ambitious projects and a passion for species conservation and de-extinction.

• 10 years of relevant research and management experience beyond post-doctoral research including hands-on leadership and competence in the scientific and technical aspects of genetic engineering regenerative medicine tissue engineering reproductive technology animal health combined with a novel medical device. Knowledge or experience in genetic engineering AI and machine learning embryology stem cell programming animal husbandry and exogenous development would be a significant plus.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary scientific and technical teams with experience advancing research programs from discovery through the continuum to product registration.
• Experienced in communicating science in a manner both accessible and engaging to a broad audience.
• Responsive to the changing landscape and demands of novel product development with the ability to envision and execute on alternative strategies.
• Evidence of independent thinking and leadership skills are vital. Ability to work well under pressure and drive multiple projects that impact critical timelines is essential.
• BS MS PhD or ScD in a technical field. Educational level is less important than a demonstrated ability to think rigorously lead successful teams innovate and manufacture novel complex products.

• Excellent interpersonal organizational problem-solving and written/verbal communication skills confidence and ability to work effectively with a wide variety of scientific technical medical research and others.
• A goal-orientated individual who operates with a high sense-of-urgency and is comfortable in a nimble risk-taking environment.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize with flexibility required in a start-up environment.
• Forward thinking creative and strategic with a decisive can do attitude that will proactively address challenges and create multiple options to meet business goals.
• An inspirational leader in words and actions in everything said and done.
• A commitment to curiosity and innovation and the ability to bring others to the same level of commitment.
• Comfort and the ability to drive deliberate change in an organization and across multiple Research and Development teams.

What Colossal Offers Full-Time Employees:

• Medical dental and vision coverage
• Excellent paid time off and company holidays so you can rest and recharge
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Company matched 401k retirement plan
• Paid parental leave at 100% salary for 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.

EEO is the Law

Search Firm Representatives: Colossal does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms. No fees will be paid for a hired candidate where no pre-existing agreement is in place. We handle most recruitment in-house.

Colossal is proud to be named a Best Place to Work by BuiltIn for 4 years in a row across multiple categories inand 2026:

• #1 on the 50 Best Startups to Work For in Dallas in 2023!
• 100 Best Midsize Places to Work in Dallas in 2024 & 2025
• 100 Best Places to Work in Dallas TX (All Size Employers) inand 2026.

Built In 2026 Award Lists

Great Place to Work Certification Page

Most Loved Workplace Certification Page - Proud to be certified as a most loved workplace including: most loved CEO most loved workplaces for LGBTQ most loved workplaces for women and most loved workplaces for young professionals.

Newsweeks Most Loved Workplaces 2024 Award List - Excited to be amongst the winners of Newsweeks 2024 Most Loved Workplaces!