Research Scientist, Formulation Process Development

Research Scientist, Formulation Process Development
United States - California - Oceanside

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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Research Scientist, Formulation Process Development

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company founded in 1987. Together we deliver life-saving therapies to patients in need. With the commitment and drive you bring to the workplace every day, you will be part of a team that is changing the world and helping millions of people live healthier, more fulfilling lives. Our worldwide staff is a close community where you can see the tangible results of your contributions, where every individual matters, and everyone has a chance to enhance their skills through ongoing development. Our scientific focus has resulted in marketed products that are benefiting hundreds of thousands of people, a pipeline of late-stage drug candidates, and unmatched patient access programs to ensure medications are available to those who could otherwise not afford them. By joining Gilead, you will further our mission to address unmet medical needs and improve life by advancing the care of patients with life-threatening diseases.

Gilead has an opportunity for an experienced candidate in our Biologics Drug Product Development group at our Oceanside facility in Southern California. We are seeking motivated, team-oriented individuals with scientific expertise in formulation and drug product process development as well as clinical and commercial drug product operations related to recombinant proteins.

Reporting to a Senior Director, Biologics Drug Product Development, you will have the opportunity to work in teams for the early and late stage development of our protein molecules.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Develop phase appropriate formulation and drug product processes for monoclonal antibody, recombinant protein, and novel platform programs
• Lead the design and execution of development studies that employ a variety of analytical techniques, including HPLC, capillary electrophoresis, spectroscopy, and visible/subvisible particulates to evaluate formulations and primary drug container closure systems, as well as in-use subcutaneous and intravenous (IV) delivery systems and conditions.
• Develop, characterize, and troubleshoot drug product manufacturing unit operations, such as bulk storage freezing / thawing, compounding / mixing, sterile filtration, vial and syringe filling, lyophilization, as well as manual and automated visual inspection
• May represent biologics drug product function in cross-functional CMC teams
• Demonstrate hands-on technical leadership in the laboratory, oversee and delegate experimental/project responsibilities as needed and write/review development summary reports and author sections of regulatory submissions.

Knowledge, Experience and Skills:

• 0+ years experience and a PhD in scientific or engineering discipline with. OR BS or MS degree with extensive industry experience.
• Be an effective communicator of ideas, project goals and results to team members across functional roles/departments. Proactively identify issues and develop solutions in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.
• Be self-motivated and organized, familiar with the relevant literature, and enjoy scientific investigation and thinking.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a cross-functional environment
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills

The salary range for this position is: $136,000.00 - $176,000.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

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https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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