Sr Research Associate, Process Development

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Job Description

The Senior Research Associate in the Biologics Pivotal & Commercial Cell Culture Process Development function will execute cell culture process development laboratory experiments for Gilead biologics entities during pivotal development (phases II / III commercial). They will also support cell culture process technology development platform process initiatives and implementation of cell culture processes in pilot plant and GMP facilities.

At a future date this position will relocate to the corporate HQ in Foster City CA.

Key Responsibilities :

Plan and execute experiments to support cell culture process optimization and characterization during pivotal development phases.

Support cell culture platform development and pilot plant operations as needed.

Maintain a state-of-the-art cell culture process development laboratory including equipment upkeep and consumables management.

Participates in the equipment maintenance and continued improvement of lab and data handling best practices.

Ensure high-quality and timely documentation of data in electronic laboratory notebooks.

Collect analyze and visualize data from laboratory experiments.

Present results of work interprets data and draws conclusions regarding presented material and nature of work.

Author experimental protocols and reports.

Travel as required to support technology transfers and provide oversight at both internal and external manufacturing facilities.

Adhere to department budget and all trainings regulatory compliance and safety requirements.

Basic Qualifications

Degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. bioengineering chemical engineering biochemical engineering)

Bachelors degree and 2 years of relevant experience; OR

Masters degree and 0 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

Hands-on laboratory operations experience including shake flasks high-throughput bioreactors bench scale bioreactors and pilot scale bioreactors.

Experience in pivotal stage cell culture process development and implementation in GMP facilities is a plus.

Excellent communication technical writing presentation skills and aptitude for creative problem solving.

Demonstrated ability to collaborate work in a team setting and influence cross-functionally.

The salary range for this position is : $86275.00 - $111650.00. 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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Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

Internship,Coaching,Information Technology Sales,Administration Support,Financial Planning

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 86275 - 111650