Associate Scientist (Pivotal Biologics / Analytical Operations)

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Job Description
 

Associate Scientist, Pivotal Biologics Analytical Operations

At a future date, this position will relocate to the Gilead corporate HQ in Foster City, CA

Job Responsibilities:

• Proficiently executes laboratory techniques such as HPLC/UPLC, CE-SDS, cIEF, LC-MS, and other techniques commonly used for biologics.

• Present findings to cross functional internal/external teams.

• Authors analytical test methods, study protocols, and technical reports. Contributes to regulatory filings.

• Act as analytical method owner for assigned assays by developing a deep understanding of method attributes and performance through execution and/or review of robustness experiments and method monitoring in preparation for commercialization.

• Contributes to late-stage method validation activities internally and at external laboratories.

• Independently plans and executes assigned experiments to support method development activities and non-routine investigations to deliver on project goals.

Qualifications:

• MS degree with at least 2 years of relevant industry experience or BS degree with at least 4 years relevant industry experience

• Excellent technical communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Understands the analytical life cycle concepts as applied to analytical development.

• Familiar with FDA and ICH guidelines relating to analytical procedure development and validation.

• Demonstrated skills in analytical instrumentation and data analysis (e.g. HPLC, CE, cIEF)

• Must think critically and creatively, determine appropriate resources for resolution of problems and have strong organizational and planning skills.

Gilead Core Values

· Integrity (Doing What’s Right)

· Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity)

· Teamwork (Working Together)

· Excellence (Being Your Best)

· Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility)

 

The salary range for this position is: $99,705.00 - $129,030.00. 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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