Research Scientist (1 Year Fixed Term)

Stanford University
📍 Stanford, CA, United States 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted July 06, 2026

Job Description

**Job Description**

The Yang Lab in the Department of Microbiology & Immunology at Stanford University School of Medicine is currently recruiting for an experienced virologist to join our lab as a Basic Life Science Research Scientist and work with an interdisciplinary team to develop prototype drugs targeting Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). As a member of our research team, the Research Scientist will make original scientific contributions including (1) evaluation of small molecules in biochemical, cell biological, and virological assays; (2) characterization of small molecule mechanisms of action; (3) development of novel assays for evaluating and optimizing compounds with induced proximity mechanisms of action. The Research Scientist will write scientific sections of grant applications and progress reports and mentor/supervise junior members of the research team. This is a 1-year fixed term appointment with the possibility of reappointment contingent upon funding and operation...

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Job Details

  • Location Stanford, CA
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category other-general
  • Posted Date July 06, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 11, 2026