2027 Future Talent Program –Retinal and Vascular Biology - Co-Op

About the role

The Retinal and Vascular Biology group in Cambridge, part of the group based in South San Francisco of the Cardiometabolic Disease Department, is seeking a motivated and creative co-op with hands-on experience in experimental research. This six-month training opportunity provides an aspiring early-career scientist with valuable hands-on experience working alongside colleagues within the group and department, across Our Research Labs in Cambridge and South San Francisco, and throughout the broader our Company's network.

Responsibilities

• Perform in vitro assays to evaluate endothelial barrier function and vascular integrity
• Culture and maintain retinal and vascular cell models used in barrier function assay
• Assess compounds representing diverse mechanisms of action and characterize their effects on endothelial biology
• Analyze, interpret, and present experimental data to project teams
• Contribute to the optimization and advancement of in vitro vascular integrity assays
• Participate in team meetings and scientific discussions related to retinal disease and therapeutic target discovery
• Maintain accurate and detailed records in electronic laboratory notebooks and adhere to safe laboratory practices

Required qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program in Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Pharmacology or a related field
• Prior laboratory experience in cell culture and basic molecular or cellular biology techniques
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to analyze data and communicate scientific findings effectively
• High level of motivation, curiosity, and passion for scientific research

Preferred skills

• Familiarity with retinal biology, vascular biology, inflammation, or drug discovery research
• Experience with statistical analysis and scientific data visualization

Pay

The salary range for this role is $39,108 through $111,111.