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Sr. Associate Scientist, Analytical Operations

Employer
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Location
Foster City, CA
Start date
Feb 2, 2023

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Sr. Associate Scientist, Analytical Operations
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.

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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

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Sr. Associate Scientist, Analytical Operations

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative medicines. With the commitment and drive you bring to the Pharmaceutical Development & Manufacturing (PDM) workplace, you will be part of a team that is changing the world and helping millions of people live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

This role is in the Analytical Core Team (ACT) within Analytical Operations (AO), based at our headquarters in Foster City, CA. The group is responsible for CMC analytical activities related to the development of Gilead's small molecule drug substances and drug products. The successful candidate will possess a detailed understanding of analytical method development, strong critical thinking skills, and excellent communication skills.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Independently develops analytical methods for small molecule to support development activities on drug substances, solid dosage form, and parenteral/injectable drug products (purity/impurity by LC, water content determination, dissolution, particulate matter, etc.)
  • Supports drug substance and drug product stability, in-use studies, and routine sample analysis
  • Performs physical and chemical characterization of drug substances and drug products (thermal analysis, particle size, microscopy, XRPD, DSC, etc.)
  • Independently plans, troubleshoots, and executes experiments; interprets data generated and proposes conclusions and next steps
  • Develops subject matter expertise in an analytical technique and begins to act as a resource for other employees within the department
  • May lead a specific development study in support of overall project with light supervision
  • Documents laboratory records and author's test methods and reports
  • Participates in group meetings and presents results of work; may lead meetings among junior staff
  • Trains others in execution of analytical test methods or analytical techniques
  • May support regulatory filings through data acquisition, report writing, and data analysis
  • Manages time independently while adhering to clear deadlines set by manager, and proactively seeks out senior personnel to discuss potential solutions to problems.
  • Effective communication with both external contract partners and internal cross-functional teams to meet Gilead's business objectives.


Education & Experience:
  • Master's degree with 9+ years of relevant biotech/pharmaceutical professional experience, or Bachelor's with 11+ years of relevant biotech/pharmaceutical professional experience. Degrees should be in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline from an accredited university.
  • Hands-on proficiency and problem-solving skills with HPLC/UPLC, GC, or other chromatographic techniques. Familiarity with spectroscopic techniques, chromatographic separations (RPLC, SEC, Ion exchange, chiral), parenteral characterization (osmolality, subvisible and visible particles, pH, viscosity, E&L, etc.), and solid-state characterization (FTIR, XRPD, DSC, TGA, PSD) is an advantage.


To apply, please submit a resume through our website at www.gilead.com

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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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Foster City
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United States

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