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Gilead Sciences, Inc.

Research Associate - Protein Therapeutics

Gilead Sciences, Inc., Foster City, California, United States, 94420


Research Associate - Protein Therapeutics

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.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description

Gilead Sciences currently has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated research associate to join our protein purification and QC group within the Protein Therapeutics Department. With close guidance, the successful candidate is expected to support recombinant protein purification and qualification under the manager’s supervision and demonstrate professionalism in daily research activities and presentations.Responsibilities:Perform protein purification, QC, and protein bank registration to support the preclinical development of biopharmaceutical programs across multiple therapeutic areas.Prepare technical reports, quantitative analyses, and summaries for entry into Excel, PPT, ELN, and check in protein samples into the sample bank.Use good oral and written communication skills to relay scientific data.Actively participate in group meetings, present the results of one’s work, interpret data, and draw conclusions regarding presented material.Proactively seek out senior personnel to discuss potential solutions to challenges.Maintain awareness of cutting-edge technical developments and scientific knowledge and apply these where possible to improve process efficiency.Education and Experience:

BA/BS in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or related field with 0 - 2 years of knowledge, or relevant experience with below listed characteristics and techniques for the position.Required skills:Strong background in protein sciences and protein biochemistry.Basic experience in purification techniques such as affinity, ion exchange, size exclusion, hydrophobic interaction chromatography using Akta Avant/Pure or BioRad NGC, particularly monoclonal antibodies, and next generation biologics (e.g., bispecific antibodies, immunocytokines).Basic knowledge with various analytical protein characterization techniques such as SEC-HPLC or UHPLC, SDS-PAGE, Endosafe.Ability to perform method development and write protocols.Detailed record-keeping is a must.Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced team environment.Must be team-oriented, professional, hard-working, and interested in learning new skills.Nice to have skills:Working knowledge in AKTA Unicorn program would be a strong plus.

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