Scientist, Process Development

Gilead Sciences Inc.; Foster City (CA); Vor Ort; USD 147.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Bonus eligibility

Stock-based incentives

Medical insurance

Zusammenfassung

Gilead Sciences Inc. in Foster City, CA is seeking a senior chemist to develop chemical processes for manufacturing drug substances. You will collaborate with senior scientists to design economical, scalable routes and optimize steps while applying safe, sustainable practices.

The role requires deep expertise in chemical development, strong problem-solving abilities, and clear communication. A PhD with no post-doctoral work or a BS/MS with extensive experience are considered.

Qualifikationen

• Experience leading chemical process development for drug substances.
• Strong collaboration and independent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to design and optimize chemical routes at scale.

Aufgaben

• Develop chemical processes for manufacturing of drug substances.
• Demonstrate technical proficiency and independence in experimental design and strategy.
• Collaborate with senior scientists to advance economical, state-of-the-art techniques for isolation, characterization, and mass production.

Kenntnisse

Chemical process development

Independent thinker

Collaboration

Ausbildung

BS in a relevant scientific discipline

MS in a relevant scientific discipline

PhD with no post-doctoral assignment

Jobbeschreibung

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

Specific Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for developing chemical processes for the manufacturing of drug substances.
• Demonstrate technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others and independent thought in suggesting experimental design and strategy.
• Must think critically and creatively and be able to work independently, determine appropriate resources for resolution of problems and have strong organizational and planning skills.
• Propose alternative chemistry including new route selection and step optimization.
• Works in collaboration with more senior scientists or scientific directors to advance the development of economical, state-of-the-art techniques to isolate, characterize, purify and mass-produce substances.
• Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of intangible variables, requiring regular use of ingenuity and creativity.
• Advise members of project teams in the initiation and execution of laboratory experimentation, considering economic, sustainability, and safety factors.
• Make contributions to scientific literature and conferences through publication and presentation of research results.
• Becomes familiar with Pilot Plant operations and supports writing master batch records with limited supervision.
• Presents results of work, interprets data, and draws conclusions regarding presented material and nature of work.
• Maintain full working knowledge of state-of-the art principles and theories, applying such knowledge to the direction that supports Company interests.
• Demonstrates excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates collaborative communication and problem-solving spirit.

Specific Education & Experience Requirements:

• 9+ years of experience with BS degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
• 7+ years of experience with MS degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
• PhD with no post-doctoral assignment.

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: 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.

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.

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