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Associate Scientist, Analytical Ops

United States - California - Foster CityProcess/Product Development & OperationsRegular
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Job Description

Associate Scientist, Analytical Operations

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative medicines. With the commitment and drive you bring to the Pharmaceutical Development & Manufacturing (PDM) workplace, you will be part of a team that is changing the world and helping millions of people live healthier, more fulfilling lives.
 

Essential Responsibilities & Skills:

  • Executes or supervises analytical testing including appearance, water content, liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, TGA/DSC, infrared and UV-Vis spectroscopy. Desired experience includes knowledge of NMR and MS techniques.

  • Troubleshoots instrumentation and test methods. Provides technical support and mentors junior colleagues.

  • Reviews testing data and results to ensure compliance to appropriate test methods, specifications, and protocols. Recognizes anomalous and inconsistent results.

  • Adheres to and incorporates GMP and GDP into daily tasks. Maintains laboratory safety and compliance at all times.

  • Actively participates in resolving lab events, investigations, or other procedural related issues. Understands processes for identification, investigation, and closure of laboratory events.

  • Able to work well independently and in a team setting on assigned tasks.

  • Participates in group meetings, presents results of work, interprets data, and draws conclusions regarding presented material and nature of work.

  • Works in collaboration to design experiments and advance state-of-the-art techniques.

  • Excellent communication, organization, time management, and interpersonal skills are required.

Education & Experience:

  • BS degree with 8+ years of relevant biotech/pharmaceutical professional experience OR MS degree with 6+ years of relevant biotech/pharmaceutical professional experience. Degrees should be in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related discipline.

  • Experience with EMPOWER, Microsoft Office, Jira, and LIMS preferred.

  • Hands-on experience and problem-solving skills with chromatographic techniques (HPLC/UPLC, GC)

To apply, please submit resume through our website at www.gilead.com

Gilead is an equal opportunity employer.