Cole Riola

Cole (Nicholas) Riola is a Senior Research Associate II at Gilead Sciences, specializing in independent research within the Research and Development Discovery Virology group focused on respiratory and emerging viruses. With a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology from Syracuse University, Cole has amassed extensive experience in various scientific roles, including Associate Scientist and Senior Laboratory Technician at WuXi Advanced Therapies. Proficient in developing and optimizing molecular and antiviral assays, Cole has also led virology operations, overseen compliance with industry regulations, and served as a technical reviewer for retroviral detection assays. Cole's early experience includes assisting in undergraduate research projects and teaching high school students in a science and business camp initiative.