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Gilead Sciences, Inc.

Scientist, Inflammation

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


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 (Foster City, CA) is seeking a talented and highly motivated Scientist to join our inflammation group and pursue cutting-edge discovery and translational research in fibrotic and inflammation diseases such as IPF, IBD, RA, and NASH. Our collaborative and interdisciplinary research team utilizes state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies to advance medicines into the clinic. The successful candidate is expected to be lab-based and to contribute to the discovery, research, and development of novel therapeutic agents to address unmet medical needs in these diseases. Major responsibilities include:Drive discovery and translational research aimed at identifying and advancing novel therapeutics.Independently design, conduct, analyze

in vitro

and

in vivo

experiments to support the initiation and/or advancement of drug candidates.Proactively evaluate new technologies and develop new assays to enhance our understanding of disease mechanisms.Manage multiple projects simultaneously and work cross-functionally with colleagues in the inflammation biology, protein engineering, chemistry, biomarker, bioinformatics, and clinical groups.Present research findings and recommendations, prepare research reports and manuscripts, and contribute to the preparation of INDs, and patent filings.May manage and train Research Associates or direct members of project teams in the initiation and execution of laboratory experimentation.Gilead Sciences is a world leader in antiviral research having developed small molecule compounds that have revolutionized the treatment of HIV, HCV, and HBV. Over the last 5 years, Gilead has significantly broadened its scope to encompass unmet medical needs in inflammatory and chronic fibrotic diseases.Qualifications and requirements:Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent degree and at least 3 years of relevant post-graduate independent research or drug development experience in immunology, fibrotic and autoimmune diseases. Experience and knowledge in human fibrotic and inflammatory diseases, immunology research is preferred. The candidate must demonstrate top expertise in previous research areas, critical analytical skills, experimental design and execution, and ability to lead independent hypothesis-driven biological research, as exemplified by high quality publications. Strong communication skills required.The salary range for this position is: $143,225.00 - $185,350.00. 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.For jobs in the United States:

As an equal opportunity employer, Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, 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.Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.

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