Senior Scientist / Principal Scientist, Retinal Biology
Kodiak SciencesPalo Alto, California, United States
Posted February 11, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Kodiak Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing transformative therapeutics for high prevalence retinal diseases. Utilizing its innovative ABC Platform™, which merges antibody-based and chemistry-based therapies, Kodiak focuses on creating next-generation medicines like tarcocimab, KSI-501, and KSI-101 to address unmet needs in retinal vascular and inflammatory diseases. The company fosters a culture of curiosity, creativity, compassion, and courage, aiming to make a significant impact in the field of ophthalmic therapeutics.
Job Description
Kodiak Sciences Inc. is seeking a highly motivated cell biologist to join their Discovery Medicine group to develop novel therapies for retinal diseases.
Requirements
- PhD in relevant field (cell/molecular biology, immunology, neuroscience, etc.)
- 0-10 years of relevant postdoc or industry experience
- Proficiency with cell-based systems and techniques relevant to retinal biology
- Experience establishing primary, co-culture, and/or iPSC cell-based assays and image analysis
- Attention to detail; must be precise and meticulous in the planning and execution of experiments
- Collaborative spirit, self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team with good written and verbal communication skills
