Postdoctoral Scientist, Structural Biology

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Job Description
 

The Structural Biology Group at Gilead Sciences is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral scientist to join our program at the Foster City campus. The Structural Biology Group is well equipped with an advanced X-ray crystallography laboratory and a state-of-the-art cryo-EM facility hosting a Glacios and a Krios G4 microscopes. The group provides critical structural information to elucidate the mechanism of action and to facilitate lead molecule optimization, and supports diverse drug discovery projects spanning virology, inflammation, and oncology. 

This postdoc position will be utilizing protein biochemistry, biophysics, and structural biology techniques to elucidate the molecular mechanism of important drug targets including both small molecule and biologics programs. As part of the training, the candidate will also contribute to new cryo-EM methods development and implementation.             

The successful candidate is expected to have a solid training in single particle cryo-EM and strong scientific experience as evidenced by first-author publications in top-tier scientific journals. 

Responsibilities:

• Construct design, protein expression and purification for structural studies. 

• Cryo-EM sample preparation & optimization, data collection and structure determination of target complexes. 

Basic Qualifications:

• Candidates must have Ph.D in structural biology, biochemistry, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in laboratory techniques supporting structural biology and recombinant protein purification, membrane protein experience is highly desired.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work flexibly in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

• Demonstrated a strong track record of independent critical thinking and scientific achievement in research, exemplified by publications in highly regarded journals, conference presentations or generation of intellectual property.

 

The salary range for this position is: $126,820.00 - $164,120.00. 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 be eligible for paid time off and a benefits package. Benefits MAY include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*. This position is not eligible for a discretionary annual bonus or discretionary stock-based long-term incentives.

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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