# Research Associate/Senior Research Associate, Cell Engineering at Colossal

- Company: Colossal
- What the company does: Combining the science of genetics with the business of discovery, we are moving de-extinction forward by resurrecting the Woolly Mammoth through gene editing.
- Company website: https://colossal.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Dallas, TX
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-09-18
- Apply by: 2026-11-02
- Apply: https://colossal.com/careers/?gh_jid=6200344004
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/colossal-research-associate-senior-research-associate-cell-engineering/

## About the role

An affiliate of Colossal is looking for a talented research associate in cell biology with an interest in the derivation, characterization, and gene editing in 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.

## What they're looking for

- 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

Tags: Research & Development