Senior Scientist / Principal Scientist, Retinal Biology

Kodiak Sciences Inc. is a fast-growing, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on transforming ophthalmology through innovative therapeutics. Our Antibody Biopolymer Conjugate Drug (ABCD) platform integrates protein engineering, polymer chemistry, small molecule drug discovery, bioconjugation, and drug delivery technologies to address high-prevalence ophthalmic diseases. We are looking for a highly motivated, independent, and skilled cell biologist to join our Discovery Medicine group. The candidate will be part of a team responsible for developing a pipeline of novel therapies for the treatment of retinal diseases. Key Responsibilities * Lead projects and execute experiments to develop therapeutics for specific areas of retinal disease * Assist other team members in experimental design, data analysis and data reporting * Work cross-functionally with antibody discovery and chemistry groups to manage workflows and prioritize activities * Deliver regular presentations to senior leadership Education & Qualifications * PhD in relevant field (cell/molecular biology, immunology, neuroscience, etc.) and 0-10 years of relevant postdoc or industry experience * Proficiency with cell-based systems and techniques relevant to retinal biology such as angiogenesis, inflammation and/or neurodegeneration * Experience establishing primary, co-culture, and/or iPSC cell-based assays and image analysis is highly desirable * 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

Created: 2026-04-15