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Senior Research Scientist I, Medicinal Chemistry

Employer
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Location
Foster City, CA, United States
Start date
Nov 19, 2020

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Discipline
Science/R&D, Biotechnology, Chemistry
Required Education
Associate Degree
Position Type
Full time
Hotbed
Biotech Bay, Best Places to Work

Job Details

Senior Research Scientist I, Medicinal Chemistry
United States - California - Foster City

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based bio-pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients living with life-threatening diseases around the world. Gilead’s therapeutic areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer and inflammation, and serious respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.

Making an impact on a global scale
Inclusion is one of the company’s five core values. That’s because we know that we are stronger and more innovative at Gilead when we are informed by a diverse set of backgrounds, experiences and points of view. Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative therapeutics in areas of unmet medical need. The company's mission is to advance the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases worldwide.

When you join Gilead, you join our mission to change the world by enabling people to live healthier and more fulfilling lives. Come join a mission-driven bio-pharmaceutical organization that values inclusion and diversity, has a strong portfolio of products, and is constantly #CreatingPossible


As a Sr. Research Scientist, you will join a cross-functional research team whose goal is to discover curative medicines for life-threatening diseases. With state-of-the-art research facilities and a team of experienced scientists who are passionate about discovering drugs, the Medicinal Chemistry group at Gilead empowers every chemist to take part in the act of invention. Research Scientists collaborate with an experienced scientific mentor to design and efficiently synthesize molecular targets for evaluation as potential drug candidates. In addition to developing custom syntheses, you will be responsible for generating molecular designs by interpreting and integrating biological data. Interactions with colleagues in biology and other disciplines offer new avenues for development and are facilitated through team meetings where all levels of the department join discussions and contribute ideas. Gilead's core values of integrity, inclusion, teamwork, excellence, and accountability shape our culture and are the foundation of our future success. Challenge yourself and make a difference in the world - Being Here Matters.

Responsibilities and Skills:

  • Responsible for conducting scientific research for the discovery of drugs, the development of drug candidates or the research support of marketed drugs.
  • Applies the principles and techniques of chemistry to potential inventions, products and problems.
  • Independently plans, executes and proposes experiments that support non-routine research activities and project goals.
  • Demonstrates advanced level of understanding of project goals and methods.
  • Independently selects appropriate methods and techniques in performing experiments.
  • Designs new experiments to advance scientific knowledge of drug substances or techniques to identify such substances.
  • Recommends alternatives, researches new methods and techniques and proactively seeks out senior personnel to propose potential solutions to problems.
  • May advise Research Associates or members of project teams in the initiation and execution of laboratory experimentation, considering economic and safety factors.
  • May lead functional group meetings.
  • Presents results of work, interprets data, and draws conclusions regarding presented material and nature of work in a fully independent manner.
  • Independently writes technical reports and technical presentations within area of expertise
  • Works independently and determines methods and techniques on new or difficult assignments.
  • Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires comprehensive evaluation of many factors.
  • Serves as an area expert with notable technical depth for projects and for other employees.
  • Maintains high level of expertise through familiarity with relevant scientific and technical literature and applies it appropriately to research projects.
  • Uses strong communication skills (both verbal and technical) and interpersonal skills to communicate objectives and results.
  • Must think critically and creatively and be able to work independently, determine appropriate resources for resolution of problems and have strong organizational and planning skills.
  • Thinks critically and creatively and generates ideas and executes those ideas to positively impact project goals.
  • Applies the principles and techniques of chemistry to potential inventions, products and problems.
  • Works under supervision of more senior scientists or scientific directors to identify and validate targets, advance the development of economical, state-of-the art techniques to develop, produce and/or characterize materials or tools for the discovery and development of new therapeutic agents.
  • Plans, designs, implements and analyzes laboratory experimentation to advance scientific knowledge of drug substances or techniques to identify such substances.
  • May advise Research Associates or members of project teams in the initiation and execution of laboratory experimentation, considering economic and safety factors.
  • Presents results of work, interprets data, and draws conclusions regarding presented material and nature of work.
  • Maintains full working knowledge of principles and theories, applying such knowledge to the research direction that supports Company interests.
  • Technical proficiency, scientific creativity, and collaboration with others are used to suggest experimental design and research strategy.
  • Participates in group meetings. Presents results of work, interprets data, and draws conclusions regarding presented material and nature of work.
  • May make contributions to scientific literature and conferences through publication and presentation of research results.
  • Presents results of work, interprets data, and draws conclusions regarding presented material and nature of work.
  • Maintains full working knowledge of principles and theories, applying such knowledge to the research direction that supports Company interests.
  • Technical proficiency, scientific creativity, and collaboration with others are used to suggest experimental design and research strategy.
  • Participates in group meetings. Presents results of work, interprets data, and draws conclusions regarding presented material and nature of work.
  • May make contributions to scientific literature and conferences through publication and presentation of research results.


Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of experience and PhD in Chemistry.
  • BS or MS degree with extensive industry experience.
  • Excellent track record and a commitment to tackling drug discovery challenges through organic synthesis.
  • Prefer excellent leadership skills, experience supervising junior associates and a strong desire to succeed.
  • Expertise in Organic Chemistry with an emphasis on synthetic methodology or total synthesis.
  • Strong synthetic skills and a solid knowledge of modern organic synthesis techniques.
  • Require excellent communication skills (both verbal and technical) and strong interpersonal skills.

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As an equal opportunity employer, Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact careers@gilead.com for assistance.

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Company

Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and commercializes innovative therapeutics in areas of unmet medical need. The company's mission is to advance the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases worldwide. Headquartered in Foster City, California, Gilead has operations in North America, Europe and Australia.
 

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333 Lakeside Drive
Foster City
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94404
United States

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