Scientist, Microglia Therapeutics Team

Job overview

The Scientist, Microglia Therapeutics Team role is onsite in Redwood City, CA, with compensation of $150,000–$190,000 per year. Retro develops therapies focused on cellular reprogramming and autophagy, with the aim of adding 10 years to healthy human lifespan. The scientist drives discovery research into microglial cell therapy for Alzheimer’s disease by designing experiments, developing disease models and assays, and interpreting results. The work helps evaluate therapeutic potential and guide research decisions across the Microglia Therapeutics team.

What you'll do

• Design and execute discovery experiments evaluating microglial cell therapy for Alzheimer’s disease
• culture and differentiate iPSCs into CNS cell types
• optimize 2D and 3D organoid protocols and disease models
• design in vivo modeling approaches
• develop cellular and molecular assays
• perform staining and fluorescence or confocal imaging
• integrate in vitro and in vivo findings
• analyze and present results
• collaborate with internal teams and colleagues
• maintain an electronic lab notebook and support lab organization.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

scientist

microglia therapeutics

redwood city ca

retro

$150k–$190k/year

alzheimer’s disease

ipsc cell culture

brain organoids

in vivo models

confocal imaging

cell therapy

ph.d. required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with 4% matching
• flexible time off
• 10 company holidays
• paid parental leave
• annual learning and development stipend
• monthly longevity stipend
• and daily company-sponsored lunch and snacks.

Why this role

Requires a Ph.D. in neuroscience, biology, or a related field and at least three years of relevant post-degree experience, including Alzheimer’s disease research. Microglial biology and CNS cell transplantation are bonuses. Retro uses team-based titles; level may align with Scientist or Senior Scientist depending on experience.

About the employer

Retro is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology). Sector: 54.