Senior Research Associate I, Protein Therapeutics

Senior Research Associate I, Protein Therapeutics
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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Job Description


Gilead Sciences currently has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated research associate to join our protein purification, QC, and logistics group within the Protein Therapeutics Department. The successful candidate is expected to work independently and display professional judgment in all aspects of daily research and presentations. This person will work in collaboration with research project teams to generate and validate potential therapeutic proteins and surrogate tool molecules.

Responsibilities:

• Perform protein purification, QC, and protein bank registration to support the preclinical development of biopharmaceutical programs across multiple therapeutic areas
  
• Prepare technical reports, quantitative analyses, and summaries for entry into Excel, PPT, and ELN formats
  
• Use good oral and written communication skills to relay scientific data
  
• Actively participate in group meetings, present the results of one's work, interpret data, and draw conclusions regarding presented material
  
• Proactively seek out senior personnel to discuss potential solutions to challenges
  
• Maintain awareness of cutting-edge technical developments and scientific knowledge and apply these where possible to improve process efficiency
  

Education and Experience:

BA/BS in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or related field with 2+ years of knowledge, or experience with below listed characteristics and techniques for the position.

Required skills:

• Strong background in protein sciences and protein biochemistry
  
• At least 2 years of direct experience in purifying and characterizing a variety of recombinant proteins, particularly monoclonal antibodies and next generation biologics (e.g., bispecific antibodies, immunocytokines)
  
• Hands-on experience in purification techniques including affinity, ion exchange, size exclusion, hydrophobic interaction chromatography using Akta Avant/Pure or BioRad NGC
  
• Proficiency with various analytical protein characterization techniques such as SEC-HPLC or UHPLC, SDS-PAGE, Endosafe
  
• Ability to perform method development and write protocols
  
• Detailed record-keeping is a must
  
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced team environment
  
• Must be team-oriented, professional, hard-working, and interested in learning new skills.
  

Nice to have skills:

• Experience with other protein characterization technologies (DLS, SEC-MALS, LC/MS, IEX/HIC-HPLC) would be a strong plus
  
• Experience in protein formulation, automated liquid handling systems (Hamilton, Bravo) would be a plus
  

The salary range for this position is: $96,985.00 - $125,510.00. 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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* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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