Summer Co-op/Virology

GSK Internships & Co-ops powered by Atrium • Branford, CT

18h • $22 - $43 • Onsite

About The Position

An exciting co-op position is open at ViiV Healthcare in Branford, CT on an exploratory biology team focused on HIV-1 treatment and cure. As a co-op you will be rapidly integrated into a small team of scientists focused on identifying novel viral and host targets for HIV-1 treatment and developing biomolecules to manipulate their functions. You will deploy several cutting-edge methods, including advanced molecular biology, CRISPR/Cas9 editing, protein modeling and evolution, and mammalian cell-based immunoassay development. We are looking for a self-starter with a solid background in cellular and molecular biology who is excited to work independently but who will also receive mentorship from a seasoned team of scientists who are expert in diverse research methods and tools.

Requirements

• Pursuing a MS or PhD in Biology or similar discipline.
• Experience working independently in laboratory environment.
• Proficiency in basic techniques (Mammalian Cell Culture, Molecular Cloning, Flow Cytometry).
• Must be able to work full-time (35-40 hours/week) throughout the duration of the 6-12 month co-op (June 2026 ~ June 2027).
• Must have an active student status and/or within 12 months post-graduation from a BS or MS degree program. Post-doctoral candidates are not eligible.

Nice To Haves

• Significant experience with mammalian cell culture and assay execution.
• Experience in design and interpretation of complex experiments.
• Experience with RNA modalities (mRNA, oligos) and virology methods especially welcome.

Benefits

• While GSK embraces a flexible work environment, we do require certain positions to be onsite. Candidates who are hired for an on-site role or hybrid role, and reside outside of 50-miles from their assigned work location, are eligible for relocation stipend. This is a one-time payment to help offset housing & relocation expenses. Please refer to the position details for the requirements of each position.
• GSK Interns and Co-ops are offered a competitive hourly pay rate and benefits. Please note, benefits eligibility determined the month following date of hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees