Summer Intern/HIV Immunology and Virology at GSK

Durham, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jun, 26

Salary

43.0

Posted On

09 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Virology, Immunology, Experimental Design, Cell Lines, Primary Immune Cells, Data Documentation, Data Presentation, Mammalian Cell Culture, Transfection, Infection Experiments, Flow Cytometry, Immune Cell Isolation, ELISpot, ELISA, Western Blotting, BSL-2 Laboratory Conditions

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Why GSK? Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology). Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together. Department Description ViiV Healthcare is a global specialty HIV company, the only one that is 100% focused on researching and delivering new medicines for people living with, and at risk of, HIV. Within the Translational Research and Cure lab, we focus every day on advancing novel treatments to benefit people affected by HIV. Watch this before you apply! GSK Early Careers Top Tips: Learn practical advice from GSK on how to prepare a standout application and succeed in your early careers journey: GSK Early Careers Top Tips Job Description This position will be part of an interdisciplinary team working to develop therapeutics to cure HIV. The candidate will contribute to the discovery and evaluation of novel therapies by conducting laboratory experiments in the areas of virology and immunology. The selected candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not limited to: Design and execute experiments, using immortalized cell lines or primary immune cells, to evaluate novel therapeutic strategies. Carefully document experimental methods and results. Attend team meetings and present results to the broader research team. Minimum Qualifications Pursuing a PhD or MS in Immunology, Virology, or related field. Minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience in immunology, virology, or a related field. Must be able to work full-time (35-40 hours/week) throughout the duration of the 12 week internship (May/June ~ August 2026). Potential to extend beyond August. 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. Preferred Qualifications Experience with mammalian cell culture of both primary and immortalized cells, and use of these models in transfection or infection experiments. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of analytical techniques such as multi-parameter flow cytometry, isolation of immune cell subsets, and ELISpot. Experience with antibody-based staining and assays, such as ELISA or western blotting. Prior experience working with infectious agents under BSL-2 laboratory conditions. Eligibility Requirements Must successfully pass a drug screen and background check prior to assignment target start date. Once your application is submitted, you will be prompted to complete our immersive GSK Digital Assessment. Completion of the assessment is required to proceed in the application process. After completing the assessment, a recruiter will review your application and contact you with next steps. Please note: If you do not receive an automated email after submitting your application, be sure to check your spam folder. 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. This job posting is for a temporary role as an employee of Atrium on assignment at GSK. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of Atrium; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by Atrium upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on several factors, including skills, competencies, experience, educational degree obtained, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirement. Pay Rate Range: $22/hr to $43/hr Interested in learning more? Register now on our digital learning platform (GSK Get Ahead - Connectr) where you can access interview and assessment hints and tips, speak to a mentor and learn more about life at GSK.

Responsibilities

The candidate will design and execute laboratory experiments using cell lines or primary immune cells to evaluate novel therapeutic strategies aimed at curing HIV. Responsibilities also include carefully documenting experimental methods and results, and presenting findings to the broader research team.