Scientist, Cell Culture Process Development - Pre-Pivotal Biologics CMC Development

Gilead; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Senior Associate Scientist for Cell Culture Process Development. This role involves leading laboratory experimentation for cell culture processes during pre-pivotal phases, contributing to innovative therapeutic developments. You will establish a state-of-the-art laboratory, mentor junior team members, and collaborate across functions to drive productivity and quality. Join a dynamic team dedicated to tackling significant health challenges and making a meaningful impact on global health. This position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for driven professionals.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus

Stock-based long-term incentives

Paid time off

Company-sponsored medical insurance

Company-sponsored dental insurance

Company-sponsored vision insurance

Company-sponsored life insurance

Qualifications

• PhD with 0+ years or M.S. with 4+ years or B.S. with 6+ years in relevant scientific discipline.
• Hands-on experience with bioreactors and cell culture processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute cell culture process development laboratory studies.
• Provide technical support for GMP operations and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to cross-functional initiatives.

Skills

Laboratory Operations

Cell Culture Process Development

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Creative Problem Solving

Statistics and Data Analysis

Collaboration

Education

PhD in relevant scientific discipline

M.S. in relevant scientific discipline

B.S. in relevant scientific discipline

Tools

JMP

Spotfire

Job description

Scientist, Cell Culture Process Development - Pre-Pivotal Biologics CMC Development

Pay Competitive

Location: Foster City, California

Employment type: Full-Time

Job Description

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.

Job Description

The Senior Associate Scientist, Cell Culture Process Development (Pre-Pivotal) will lead and execute cell culture process development laboratory experimentation for Gilead biologics entities during pre-pivotal phases development (pre-clinical, phase I/II). He/she will also lead and execute laboratory experimentation for cell culture process technology development, platform process evolution initiatives, and will support implementation in internal and external GMP facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute cell culture process development laboratory studies and support process implementation in internal and external GMP facilities.
• Provide technical support for GMP operations.
• Establish and maintain a state-of-the-art cell culture process development laboratory.
• Lead studies for cell culture process technology development and platform process evolution projects for increased productivity, high quality product, and speed to clinic.
• Contribute to design of and conduct laboratory scale experiments; hands-on laboratory execution is expected, including weekends.
• Maintain cell culture laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Author and review experimental protocols and reports.
• Ensure high-quality, timely documentation in electronic laboratory notebooks and reports.
• Collect and analyze data from laboratory experiments.
• Travel as required to support technology transfers and provide oversight at external manufacturing facilities.
• Adhere to department budget and all training, compliance and safety requirements.
• Mentor junior team members on cell culture process development strategies and experimental design and execution.
• Participate on cross-functional initiatives as needed.

Qualifications/Skills/Experience:

• PhD with 0+ years OR M.S. with 4+ years OR B.S. with 6+ years in a relevant scientific discipline (biology, bioengineering, chemical engineering, biochemical engineering).
• Hands-on laboratory operations experience including shake flask, high-throughput bioreactor, bench scale bioreactor, and pilot scale cultures.
• Experience in pre-pivotal stage cell culture process development and implementation in GMP facilities.
• Excellent communication, technical writing, and presentation skills and aptitude for creative problem solving.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and influence cross-functionally.
• Experience in statistics, design-of-experiments, and data analysis (e.g. JMP, Spotfire).
• Working knowledge of lab automation, data management, data science, knowledge management and data protection.

Passion for inclusion: knowing the business value of diverse teams, modelling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way he/she works.

The salary range for this position is: $146,540.00 - $189,640.00. 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: Gilead Benefits.