Principal Scientist, Biology

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 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 of 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.

Additional Key Responsibilities

Leadership

Mentor a lab‑based scientific team, advancing their projects and careers.

• Serve as a scientific and technical thought leader throughout the Research organization.
• Collaborate across functions to guide interdisciplinary projects, with experts in oncology, immune‑oncology, protein engineering, chemistry, translational medicine, biomarkers and clinical development. Identify project risks and mitigate effectively, while communicating with project teams and other leaders.

Innovation and Scientific Acumen

Proactively ideate to accelerate early‑stage discovery activities, enhance understanding of disease mechanisms, and develop new technologies and novel targeting modalities.

Knowledge, Experience and Skills

The salary range for this position is : $195,670.00 – $253,220.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications and geographic location. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock‑based long‑term incentives, 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability or other protected characteristics. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance.

Gilead Sciences will not discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Employees who have access to the compensation information of others as part of essential job functions cannot disclose such pay except in response to a formal complaint, investigation, or as otherwise permitted by law.

Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. We promote and support diversity, equity and inclusion.

Job Requisition ID R0049196

Job Level Associate Director

Full Time / Part Time Full‑Time

Remote Type Onsite Required

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