Associate Scientist, Virology

Gilead Sciences•Foster City, CA

About The Position

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. At Gilead our pursuit of a healthier world for all people has yielded a cure for hepatitis C, revolutionary improvements in HIV treatment and prevention as well as advancements in therapies for viral and inflammatory diseases and certain cancers. We set and achieve bold ambitions in our fight against the world’s most devastating diseases, united in our commitment to confronting the largest public health challenges of our day and improving the lives of patients for generations to come.  As an Associate Scientist at Gilead you will ... Optimize and carry out various cell-based virology assays for discovery and preclinical evaluation of antiviral therapeutics, including biologics and small molecules Plan and execute assigned experiments that support research activities and project goals Interpret results, proactively troubleshooting technical issues and recommending potential solutions based on personal observations and/or literature searches Select appropriate methods and techniques in performing experiments Participate in cross-functional group meetings and present results Work closely with senior personnel as well as independently

Requirements

4+ years of experience with BS degree in a related scientific discipline required OR 2+ years of experience with MS degree in a related scientific discipline required

Responsibilities

Optimize and carry out various cell-based virology assays for discovery and preclinical evaluation of antiviral therapeutics, including biologics and small molecules
Plan and execute assigned experiments that support research activities and project goals
Interpret results, proactively troubleshooting technical issues and recommending potential solutions based on personal observations and/or literature searches
Select appropriate methods and techniques in performing experiments
Participate in cross-functional group meetings and present results
Work closely with senior personnel as well as independently
Independently plans and executes assigned experiments that support routine research activities and project goals.
Demonstrates and applies advanced level of understanding project goals and methods.
Selects appropriate methods and techniques in performing experiments.
Collaborates with supervisory personnel to develop routine research methods.
May recommend alternatives, researches new methods and techniques and proactively seek out senior personnel to discuss potential solutions to problems.
Participates in group meetings.
Presents results of work, interprets data, and draws conclusions regarding presented material and nature of work.
Works with minimal supervision on projects of moderate to complex scope.
Uses good verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills to provide insight into the processes used to achieve results of assigned tasks.
Develops skills in data analysis and ability to evaluate quality of data.

Benefits

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.

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