Scientist, Biology

Gilead Sciences•Foster City, CA

About The Position

We are seeking a talented and motivated Scientist to join the Inflammation biology group at Gilead Sciences. In this role, you will drive the discovery and development of transformative therapies aimed at restoring tissue function in patients suffering from metabolic and inflammatory diseases. You will combine hands-on experimentation with scientific leadership to advance programs from concept through clinical development. The successful candidate will have a proven scientific track record, a passion for rigorous experimentation, and a strong desire to grow scientifically in a resource-rich environment. 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.

Requirements

Ph.D. in immunology, metabolism, or cell biology with 0-3 years of postdoctoral or industry experience
Deep expertise in at least one of the following fields: Immunology and inflammation, tissue regeneration , or metabolic disease biology
Track-record of peer-reviewed publications in high impact journals, with a particular focus on tissue regeneration / mechanisms that control tissue repair, metabolism, or myeloid cell biology in tissue dysfunction and disease
Proficiency with primary cell culture systems, ex vivo tissue models, and/or relevant in vivo disease models
Strong analytical skills with a track record of rigorous and reproducible science
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Expertise in ex vivo organoid models of lung and liver
Expertise bridging immunology and tissue regeneration / metabolic diseases
Deep expertise in myeloid biology, including their roles in metabolic and inflammatory diseases

Responsibilities

Design, execute, and interpret experiments to identify and validate novel targets and mechanisms underlying tissue dysfunction in metabolic and inflammatory diseases
Lead and contribute to drug discovery projects, translating biological insights into testable hypotheses and actionable strategies
Collaborate cross-functionally to advance programs
Synthesize and present scientific findings to internal stakeholders and contribute to external publications and presentations
Mentor and provide scientific guidance to team members and research partners
Create inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.
Develop talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and realize their purpose.
Empower teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.