Senior Associate Scientist, Biologics Analytics

Biopharma Careers; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 127,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilead Sciences Inc. in Foster City, CA, is seeking a Senior Associate Scientist in Analytical Operations to join the Biologics Analytical Development team.

The role focuses on method development for biologics, including ELISA and qPCR, and requires strong protein content and impurity analysis expertise. You will lead assay development projects, review data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a highly collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Chemistry or Biochemistry with 5+ years compendial, protein content and impurity method experience
• Master's in Chemistry or Biochemistry with 3+ years compendial, protein content and impurity method experience
• Knowledge of GMP, GLP or GxP is highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize compendial methods for biologics
• Perform ELISA, qPCR and other plate-based assays
• Lead internal and external laboratory investigations
• Review analytical data and ensure compliance with methods
• Train analysts and drive continuous improvement in laboratory processes

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent thinking

Technical proficiency

Education

Bachelor's in Chemistry/Biochemistry

Master's in Chemistry/Biochemistry

Tools

ELISA

qPCR

HPLC/UPLC

UV-Vis

Job description

Gilead Sciences Inc. in Foster City, CA, is seeking a Senior Associate Scientist in Analytical Operations to join the Biologics Analytical Development team.

The role focuses on method development for biologics, including ELISA and qPCR, and requires strong protein content and impurity analysis expertise. You will lead assay development projects, review data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a highly collaborative environment.