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Gilead Sciences, Inc.

Senior Associate Scientist, In Vivo Pharmacology

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


Senior Associate Scientist, In Vivo PharmacologyLocations: United States - California - Foster City

Time Type: Full time

Posted on: Vor 29 Tagen ausgeschrieben

Job Requisition ID: R0042060

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Associate Scientist to join our Oncology in vivo pharmacology team. The selected candidate will be responsible for evaluating novel oncology therapeutics in pre-clinical models. Hands-on experience and substantiated knowledge of mouse oncology models and cancer biology is required. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, generating, and communicating pharmacology data to support the progression of oncology research programs. Title will be commensurate with experience.

Primary responsibilities:

Plan, execute (includes dosing, measuring tumors, collecting tissues), troubleshoot and analyze in vivo pharmacology experiments (efficacy, PK/PD)

Pre-clinical model development and characterization

Interface with cross-functional project team members, and participate in and presentation at project team meetings and cross-departmental team meetings

Qualifications & prior experience:

BS or MS in Biology or Pharmacology related discipline

5-7 years of research experience in an industry setting

Experience with in vivo pharmacology research experiments or related activities that support drug discovery and development.

Expertise with mouse models of cancer and cancer immunotherapy

Proficiency with various mouse handling techniques including dosing (IV, PO, subcutaneous, IP), tumor inoculation/measurements, in life and terminal blood collection, collection and handling of tissues during necropsy and processing for ex vivo analysis

Experience with sterile tissue culture, and molecular and basic cellular biology techniques

Hands-on experience with flow cytometry and multi-parametric analysis (5+ colors) is desired

Experience with in vivo imaging is desired

Computer literacy, especially proficiency with GraphPad Prism, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Excellent organizational and communication skills, along with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment

Demonstrated ability to work independently on day-to-day responsibilities and research goals

The salary range for this position is: $133,280.00 - $172,480.00. 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.

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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.

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