Sr Associate Scientist, Analytical Ops

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Job Description

The Analytical Operations department is seeking a highly motivated Sr Associate Scientist with strong expertise in ELISA (host cell protein, protein A), DNA, and other kinetic or end-point plate-based assays. At a future date, this position will relocate from Oceanside CA to the Gilead corporate HQ in Foster City, CA or will be hired directly to Foster City CA. Key Responsibilities

General knowledge of overall drug development process relevant to pharmaceutical and/or biotech organizations. Experience in robotics and automated liquid handlers to facilitate analytical method testing and development is preferred. A good understanding of method development (ELISA and/or other assays) for early and late stage biotherapeutics is required. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate hands-on experimental responsibilities in the laboratory, independently champion technology development projects, be involved in new assay evaluation and optimization, and proactively seek out senior personnel to optimize the workflow. The candidate will contribute to the developing and validating ELISA or other analytical assays under general supervision, participating in assay development work. Operates scientific equipment, selects appropriate methods and techniques to perform experiments, and prepare related reports. Reviews testing data and results to ensure compliance to appropriate test methods, specifications, and protocols. Authors and revises analytical methods, specifications, protocols, reports, and other documentation. The applicant should be an effective communicator of ideas, project goals and results to team members across cross-functional roles/departments. Candidates should be self-motivated and organized, familiar with the relevant literature, and enjoy scientific investigation and thinking. Basic Qualifications

5+ Years with BS OR 3+ Years with MS Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualification: BS in Chemistry/Biochemistry with 5+ years of industry experience or MS degree with 3+ years of industry experience. Preferred experience includes a working knowledge and proficiency with analytical techniques, such as ELISA assays (residual host cell protein, protein A), residual DNA, chromatographic separations (HPLC/UPLC), and capillary electrophoresis. Experience in GMP environment is a plus. Knowledge of GMP, GLP or GxP is highly preferred. Good communication skills (both verbal and technical) and interpersonal skills are required. Exercises independent judgment in developing methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Demonstrates ability to recognize anomalous and inconsistent results and interpret experimental outcomes. Demonstrates technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others and independent thought in suggesting experimental design and research strategy. People Leader Accountabilities

Create inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams. Develop talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. Empower teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding them to account. Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.

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