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Sr Research Associate, Biology

Gilead Sciences
Foster City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 Apr 2026
💰 $122,870/yr($94,945/yr$122,870/yr)

About the role

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
 

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Develop and operate robust immune-related cellular assays to assess on-target and off-target responses of drug candidates.

  • Perform critical experiments to enable hit identification and lead optimization across therapeutic modalities.

  • Program and operate custom-integrated automation systems.

  • Perform data analysis, reporting and integration with database software.

  • Contribute to several projects at any given time, work successfully in a cross-functional team environment and communicate clearly both verbally and in writing to a variety of audiences.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of experience with BA or BS degree in cellular biology, biochemistry, immunology or a related scientific discipline

OR

  • MS 0+ years of experience

  • Extensive hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture with strong reproducibility.

  • Experience in cellular assay development, including independent troubleshooting and optimization. Flow cytometry and primary immune cell experience are preferred.

  • Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify inconsistencies, and draw clear conclusions.

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and proactively improve assay quality and efficiency. 

  • Clear and effective communication of experimental rationale and results.

  • Experience working in fast-paced environments with time-sensitive workflows and rapidly shifting priorities


 

The salary range for this position is: $94,945.00 - $122,870.00. 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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Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, 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 a

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