Associate Scientist, Biology

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
 

Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
 

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description
 

Primary responsibilities:

• Plan, execute (includes dosing, measuring tumors, collecting tissues), troubleshoot and analyze in vivo pharmacology experiments (efficacy, PK/PD)
• Pre-clinical model development and characterization
• Interface with cross-functional project team members, and participate in and presentation at project team meetings and cross-departmental team meetings

Basic Qualifications: 

• BS degree with at least 4 year of relevant experience in a related scientific discipline.

OR

• MS degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience in a related scientific discipline.

Preferred Qualitifications:

• Experience with in vivo pharmacology research experiments or related activities that support drug discovery and development.
• Expertise with mouse models of cancer and cancer immunotherapy
• Proficiency with various mouse handling techniques including dosing (IV, PO, subcutaneous, IP), tumor inoculation/measurements, in life and terminal blood collection, collection and handling of tissues during necropsy and processing for ex vivo analysis
• Experience with sterile tissue culture, and molecular and basic cellular biology techniques
• Hands on experience with flow cytometry and multi-parametric analysis is desired
• Experience with in vivo imaging is desired
• Computer literacy, especially proficiency with GraphPad Prism, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, along with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently on day-to-day responsibilities and research goals

 

The salary range for this position is: $109,650.00 - $141,900.00. 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*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

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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