Society for Conservation Biology
Scientist, Fibrosis Biology
Society for Conservation Biology, Foster City, California, United States, 94420
Scientist, Fibrosis Biology
United States - California - Foster City
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based bio-pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients living with life-threatening diseases around the world. Gilead's therapeutic areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer and inflammation, and serious respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.
Making an impact on a global scale Inclusion is one of the company's five core values. That's because we know that we are stronger and more innovative at Gilead when we are informed by a diverse set of backgrounds, experiences and points of view. Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative therapeutics in areas of unmet medical need. The company's mission is to advance the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases worldwide.
When you join Gilead, you join our mission to change the world by enabling people to live healthier and more fulfilling lives. Come join a mission-driven bio-pharmaceutical organization that values inclusion and diversity, has a strong portfolio of products, and is constantly
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Job Description
Gilead Sciences (Foster City, CA) is seeking a talented and highly motivated Scientist to join our Fibrosis biology group. Our collaborative and interdisciplinary research team utilizes innovative approaches to advance medicines into the clinic. The successful candidate will drive discovery and validation of novel anti-fibrotic therapies for chronic inflammatory and fibrotic diseases. As a member of a cross-functional team, this individual will support and lead projects across discovery research and into early development. The successful candidate will have opportunities for career growth through acquisition of new skills, experiences, and professional relationships in a fast-paced and resource-rich environment. The position is within a larger Inflammation Biology team with efforts across a breadth of therapeutic areas and the successful candidate will also participate as an engaged member of a collaborative department.
Key Responsibilities Drive discovery and translational research aimed at identifying and advancing novel therapeutics for fibrotic disease. Independently design, conduct and analyze in vitro and in vivo experiments to support target discovery and validation. Proactively evaluate new technologies and generate scientific hypothesis to enhance our understanding of disease mechanisms. Manage multiple projects simultaneously and work cross-functionally with colleagues in the inflammation biology, protein engineering, medicinal chemistry, biomarker, bioinformatics, and clinical groups. Present research findings and recommendations to senior staff, prepare research reports and peer-reviewed manuscripts, contribute to the preparation of INDs and patent filings.
Knowledge, Experience and Skills
Required qualifications: Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent degree and a minimum 2 years of relevant post-doctoral research experience, or drug development experience. Knowledge and hands-on experience in studying pro-fibrotic signaling pathways, fibrotic disease pathogenesis and/or fibroblast biology. Demonstrated ability to define and implement critical-path studies to support hypothesis-based research. Demonstrated record of research productivity as evidenced by first author publications in top-tier scientific journals. Strong communication skills.
Preferred qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates with experience in rodent models of inflammatory or fibrotic diseases.
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.
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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based bio-pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients living with life-threatening diseases around the world. Gilead's therapeutic areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer and inflammation, and serious respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.
Making an impact on a global scale Inclusion is one of the company's five core values. That's because we know that we are stronger and more innovative at Gilead when we are informed by a diverse set of backgrounds, experiences and points of view. Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative therapeutics in areas of unmet medical need. The company's mission is to advance the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases worldwide.
When you join Gilead, you join our mission to change the world by enabling people to live healthier and more fulfilling lives. Come join a mission-driven bio-pharmaceutical organization that values inclusion and diversity, has a strong portfolio of products, and is constantly
#CreatingPossible
Job Description
Gilead Sciences (Foster City, CA) is seeking a talented and highly motivated Scientist to join our Fibrosis biology group. Our collaborative and interdisciplinary research team utilizes innovative approaches to advance medicines into the clinic. The successful candidate will drive discovery and validation of novel anti-fibrotic therapies for chronic inflammatory and fibrotic diseases. As a member of a cross-functional team, this individual will support and lead projects across discovery research and into early development. The successful candidate will have opportunities for career growth through acquisition of new skills, experiences, and professional relationships in a fast-paced and resource-rich environment. The position is within a larger Inflammation Biology team with efforts across a breadth of therapeutic areas and the successful candidate will also participate as an engaged member of a collaborative department.
Key Responsibilities Drive discovery and translational research aimed at identifying and advancing novel therapeutics for fibrotic disease. Independently design, conduct and analyze in vitro and in vivo experiments to support target discovery and validation. Proactively evaluate new technologies and generate scientific hypothesis to enhance our understanding of disease mechanisms. Manage multiple projects simultaneously and work cross-functionally with colleagues in the inflammation biology, protein engineering, medicinal chemistry, biomarker, bioinformatics, and clinical groups. Present research findings and recommendations to senior staff, prepare research reports and peer-reviewed manuscripts, contribute to the preparation of INDs and patent filings.
Knowledge, Experience and Skills
Required qualifications: Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent degree and a minimum 2 years of relevant post-doctoral research experience, or drug development experience. Knowledge and hands-on experience in studying pro-fibrotic signaling pathways, fibrotic disease pathogenesis and/or fibroblast biology. Demonstrated ability to define and implement critical-path studies to support hypothesis-based research. Demonstrated record of research productivity as evidenced by first author publications in top-tier scientific journals. Strong communication skills.
Preferred qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates with experience in rodent models of inflammatory or fibrotic diseases.
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.
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. #J-18808-Ljbffr