Sr Research Associate, Purification Process Development – Pivotal & Commercial Biologics

Gilead Sciences; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative biotechnology firm is seeking a passionate Sr Research Associate to join their purification process development team. This role involves executing laboratory experiments and collaborating with a dynamic team to advance critical biologics. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in chemical engineering or biochemistry, with experience in downstream processing techniques. Join a company dedicated to tackling global health challenges and making a meaningful impact through scientific innovation. If you're ready to contribute to life-changing therapies, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Discretionary Annual Bonus

Stock-Based Long-Term Incentives

Paid Time Off

Company-Sponsored Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance Plans

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in purification process development.
• Strong understanding of downstream processing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Execute laboratory experiments for purification process development.
• Maintain high-quality documentation in electronic notebooks.

Skills

Data Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering

M.S. in Biochemistry

Tools

AKTA Chromatography Systems

UNICORN Software

JMP

Spotfire

Job description

Sr Research Associate, Purification Process Development – Pivotal & Commercial Biologics

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Job Description

The Sr Research Associate, Purification Process Development (Pivotal and Commercial) will be responsible for executing laboratory experimentation related to purification process development for biologics entities during pivotal and commercial development phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute assigned experiments that support Process Development activities and project goals.
• Select appropriate methods and techniques for performing experiments.
• Develop skills in data analysis and interpreting experiment outcomes including the ability to evaluate data quality and recognize anomalous results.
• Recommend alternatives, research new methods and techniques and proactively seek out senior personnel to discuss potential solutions to problems.
• Participate in group meetings and present results, data interpretation and conclusions.
• Demonstrate strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to explain processes used to achieve results of assigned tasks.
• Work with team oriented, collaborative and problem-solving mindset.
• Always work with safety in mind.
• Maintain a state-of-the-art purification lab.
• Ensure high-quality documentation in electronic laboratory notebooks and reports.
• Participate in cross functional initiatives as needed.
  
  

Qualifications/Skills/Experience

• BS with 2+ years’ experience or M.S. in a relevant scientific discipline (chemical engineering, biochemistry, bioengineering).
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Working understanding of downstream process development including centrifugation, normal and tangential flow filtration, high throughput purification screening and development, chromatography operations, and virus clearance.
• Prior experience in biologics purification, with an emphasis on affinity, IEX, and HIC.
• Experience with AKTA chromatography systems and UNICORN software is a plus.
• Working knowledge of lab automation, data management, data science, knowledge management and data protection.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and influence cross-functionally.
• Experience in statistics, design-of-experiments, and data analysis (e.g. JMP, Spotfire).
• Motivated self-starter with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Excellent verbal communication, oral presentation, and scientific writing skills.
  
  

The salary range for this position is: $94,945.00 - $122,870.00. 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.
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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