Scientist, Bioengineering

Colossal is seeking a talented Bioengineer or Scientist with expertise in biomedical devices to conduct pioneering research in the development and optimization of embryo maturation and gestation support systems. 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. **

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Critically and efficiently analyze, understand, and apply scientific research to achieve team objectives
• Design, conduct, and analyze experiments using rigorous scientific methods 
• Contribute to advancing our understanding of ex vivo embryonic development
• Advance in vitro gestation support by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to design and develop biomedical devices that enhance embryo maturation and gestation processes
• Conduct testing and validation of devices, ensuring they meet required safety, functionality, and efficiency standards
• Efficiently generate and develop designs by building prototypes, conducting iterative testing, troubleshooting issues, and managing both direct and outsourced development processes
• Effectively communicate completed work at various levels through presentations, in-person discussions, and written documentation

Preferred Skills/Abilities:

• Strong ability to rigorously apply the scientific method to solve engineering and 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 both laboratory and engineering environments, including tools and instruments
• 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
• Some technical areas of experience that will be helpful, not all are required:
• Principles of mechanical, electrical, and biomedical engineering
• Rapid prototyping, microfluidics, biomedical devices, biocompatibility
• General aseptic techniques
• Molecular biology techniques 
• Histology and Immunohistochemistry 
• Imaging – whole mount, live, confocal, and tissue sections
• Embryo development and gestation biology

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree from an ABET-accredited program in engineering-related fields such as biomedical, mechanical, electrical, biomaterials, etc.
• 6+ years of industry or highly applied experience developing for medical device, diagnostic, or biomanufacturing systems and across duties, preferably in Research & Development engineering in medical device or other highly regulated industries (MS may substitute for 2 years of experience, PhD may substitute for 4 years of experience)
• Minimum of 8 years of highly applied experience in Duties and Requirements.
• Proven track record of translating biological requirements into device or device-system design