Gilead Sciences, Inc. is looking for a Post Doc Scientist to join its Discovery Virology group. You will lead an independent, interdisciplinary research project to dissect the molecular mechanisms linking neurotropic herpesvirus infection with Alzheimer's disease pathology.
What You'll Do
- Initiate and lead an independent research project investigating how alpha-herpesvirus reactivation in neuronal cells contributes to AD-associated pathology.
- Develop and optimize human iPSC-derived neurons for HSV-1 latency and reactivation studies.
- Engineer isogenic iPSC lines using CRISPR/Cas9.
- Establish a neuronal-microglia co-culture system to study neuroinflammatory responses.
- Apply transcriptomic, proteomic, and/or epigenomic profiling to identify pathways involved in virally induced AD pathology.
- Publish work in top-tier journals and present findings at scientific conferences.
What We're Looking For
- Ph.D. in molecular biology, neuroscience, virology, immunology, or a closely related field.
- At least one first-author paper published or accepted in a peer-reviewed journal.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
Nice to Have
- Familiarity with neuronal cell culture is strongly preferred.
- Expertise in viral infections, molecular biology, microscopy, CRISPR/Cas9, and omics-based approaches is an advantage.
Technical Stack
- CRISPR/Cas9
- Transcriptomic profiling
- Proteomic profiling
- Epigenomic profiling
- Neuronal cell culture
- iPSC-derived neurons
Team & Environment
You will join a highly collaborative environment within the Discovery Virology group.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary range: $126,820.00 - $164,120.00
- Paid time off
- Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located in the United States.
Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.
