Sr Associate Scientist, Analytical Ops

Job Description

Job Description

Gilead Sciences (Foster City, CA) is seeking a talented and highly motivated Senior Associate Scientist to join our Pre-Pivotal Biologics Analytical Operations group. Our collaborative and interdisciplinary development team utilizes state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies to advance medicines into the clinic. S/he will have opportunities for career growth through acquisition of new skills, experiences, and professional relationships in a fast-paced and resource-rich environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop analytical methods for biologic products using HPLC (size exclusion, ion exchange, reversed phase, etc.), CE (iCIEF, CE-SDS) and mass spectrometry (LC-MS, LC-MS/MS, CE-MS, ToF, Oribtrap, etc.).
• Execute and support analytical methods to be used for release testing and characterization.
• Acquire and interpret data for molecule characterization and process development studies.
• Maintain strong documentation practices (clearly, timely, and accurately) for recording experimental plans and results in electronic laboratory notebook and associated reports.
• Assist in troubleshooting of instrumentation and test methods.
• Able to work well independently and in a team setting on assigned tasks, such as method development and testing.
• Participate in group meetings, present results of work, interpret data, and draw conclusions regarding presented material and nature of work.
• Work in collaboration with more senior scientists to design experiments and advance state-of-the-art techniques.

Qualifications:

• B.S. with 6+ years or M.S. with 4+ years in Analytical Chemistry or related fields of industrial experience in biologics analytical development.
• Experience with analytical method development of biologic products in CMC
• Hands-on proficiency and problem-solving skills with HPLC, CE-SDS, iCIEF, LC-MS, gel electrophoresis, etc.
• Familiarity with lab automation, data science, knowledge management is a plus.
• Strong communication skills- written, oral, etc.
• Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modelling inclusion and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.

Gilead Core Values

• Integrity (Doing What’s Right)
• Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity)
• Teamwork (Working Together)
• Excellence (Being Your Best)
• Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility)