Sr. Research Scientist, Analytical Operations
Company: Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Location: San Mateo
Posted on: January 17, 2023
Job Description:
Sr. Research Scientist, Analytical OperationsUnited States -
California - Foster CityGilead 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 scaleInclusion 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 Gilead Sciences is continuing to hire for all open
roles. Our interview process may be conducted virtually and some
roles will be asked to temporarily work from home. Over the coming
weeks and months, we will be implementing a phased approach to
bringing employees back to site to ensure the health and safety of
our teams.For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:Please log
onto your Internal Career Site to apply for this job.Job
DescriptionSenior Research Scientist I, Analytical Operations
Foster City, CaliforniaThis 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 technical skills in analytical method development, strong
critical thinking skills, and excellent communication skills.Job
Responsibilities:
- Lead and serve on analytical teams and work cross-functionally
with process chemistry, formulations development, method
validation, release and stability groups, QA, and regulatory
sciences to support clinical development of drug candidates for
solid dosage forms and/or parenteral products
- Participate in departmental activities and improvements.
Leadership in this area is also encouraged
- Lead teams and participate in developing analytical
specifications and provide strategies for supporting small molecule
drug development and manufacturing
- Serve as an SME and provide technical and scientific leadership
in developing chemical and physical analytical methods to support
characterization and testing of small molecule drug substance and
solid dosage form or parenteral/injectable drug products. Active
participation in the laboratory activities with hands-on
involvement is in scope of this role
- Evaluate and recommend/champion new technologies and innovative
analytical methods
- Provide technical and regulatory support to drug substance and
drug product development, including impurity control strategies and
process route development
- Generate, review, and approve necessary reports to provide
scientifically sound and data-based support of product development,
knowledge management, and data traceability
- Provide guidance to junior team members on experimental design
and data interpretation, and employ data-driven approach to devise
strategiesEducation and Experience:
- PhD and 3+ years of experience; OR
- BS/MS degree with extensive industry experience
- Preferred degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related
discipline
- Demonstrated strong communication, organization and management
(people and/or project) skillsFor jobs in the United States: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 for assistance.Following
extensive monitoring, research, consideration of business
implications and advice from internal and external experts, Gilead
has made the decision to require all U.S., Canada, Australia, and
Singapore employees and contractors to receive the COVID-19
vaccines as a condition of employment. "Full vaccination" is
defined as two weeks after both doses of a two-dose vaccine or two
weeks since a single-dose vaccine has been administered. Anyone
unable to be vaccinated, either because of a sincerely held
religious belief or a medical condition or disability that prevents
them from being vaccinated, can request a reasonable accommodation.
For more information about equal employment opportunity
protections, please view the 'EEO is the Law' poster. NOTICE:
EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND
MEDICAL LEAVE ACT PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION Our
environment respects individual differences and recognizes each
employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce
reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up
our growing team.Gilead provides a work environment free of
harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support
individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.For
Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:Please log onto your
Internal Career Site to apply for this job.
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