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Gilead Sciences, Inc.

Scientist – Immuno-Oncology

Gilead Sciences, Inc., Foster City, California, United States, 94420

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The Research Oncology department at Gilead Sciences (Foster City, CA) is seeking a talented and highly motivated Scientist to join our immuno-oncology group. Our highly collaborative and interdisciplinary research team utilizes state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies to advance medicines into the clinic. The successful candidate will drive ongoing and new efforts to discover and develop novel immunotherapeutic agents to address the unmet medical needs of cancer patients. The position has ample opportunities for career growth through acquisition of new skills, experiences, and professional relationships in a fast-paced and resource-rich environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead discovery and translational research from the bench to advance novel immuno-oncology therapeutics

Independently plan, execute, analyze, and interpret in vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo experiments that support the initiation and/or advancement of drug candidates into the pipeline

Proactively evaluate new technologies, and novel modalities and develop new assays to accelerate early-stage discovery activities and/or enhance our understanding of complex disease mechanisms

Work cross-functionally with colleagues in the inflammation, protein engineering, chemistry, translational medicine, biomarker

Present research findings at internal or external meetings and contribute to the preparation of research reports, manuscripts, INDs, and patent filings

Think critically and creatively, work independently, and have strong organizational and planning skills

Provide coaching and training to junior and/or less experienced colleagues in solving technical and scientific problems

Knowledge, Experience, and Skills

PhD degree and at least 2 years of experience in immunology, cancer biology, or cell biology in industry or academia; Or Bachelor/Master’s degree with at least 5 years of industry experience

Broad technical skillset in molecular and cell biology, including human and/or mouse primary cell culture, multi-parameter flow cytometry, immunological assays, cell line development, in vivo animal study design/execution

Background in immunology research, cancer vaccine, lipid nanoparticle-based therapeutics, and/or cancer immunology a plus

Attention to detail with strong organizational and record-keeping skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Previous experience in drug discovery in an industry setting is preferred

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