Sr Director, Protein Biochemistry and Lab Automation
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.
Requirements
- 10+ years with Ph.D. in biochemistry, molecular and cell biology, structural biology, or equivalent degrees in a highly related discipline
- Subject matter expertise in recombinant protein generation by bacterial and insect cells for multiple protein classes (e.g., intracellular, membrane, transcription factors and protein complexes) is a must
- Must have proven track records in designing, building and managing high-throughput automation systems integrating both commercially sourced and internally built hardware and software solutions
- Ability to effectively work on multiple projects and associated campaign activities in a fast-paced matrixed environment and thrive in a fast paced, data-driven, and scientifically rigorous environment
- Must be team-oriented, motivated, and results focused with attention to details and scientific rigor
- Identify and regularly monitor team key performance indicators to build, refine, and refresh team capabilities and capacity
Nice To Haves
- 14+ years with Ph.D. and postdoctoral trainings and significant industry experience in biochemistry, molecular and cell biology, structural biology, or equivalent degrees in a highly related discipline
- Proficiency in antibody discovery, biologics engineering and developability assessment in an industry setting is highly desirable
- Experience in small or large molecules project team leader or core team member roles is a strong plus
Responsibilities
- As a member of the Protein Therapeutics leadership team, set vision and develop short- and long-term strategies for new research capabilities and expanded capacity through implementation of integrated informatics and automation solutions
- Scope, design, build, and implement high-throughput and automated molecular biology and protein sciences workflows with hardware and software engineers to integrate both commercially sourced and internally built solutions
- Lead the Protein Biochemistry team to develop and execute target recombinant DNA and protein expression, purification and characterization strategies to ensure delivery of fully qualified proteins that positively impact Research projects
- Advise and provide protein reagents to enable small and large molecule lead identification and optimization campaigns, screening assay cascades, structural biology studies.
- Supply critical reagents to Development and CMC functions.
- Oversee externalized activities at CROs, including protocol transfer, production outsourcing, and quality control of protein samples for drug discovery programs
- Build strong partnership and timely communicate with transparency and credibility to both internal and external partners to support Gilead project portfolio
- Partner with IT and Informatics to streamline structured data capture for analytics and data sciences
- Lead both PhD and non-PhD scientists and manage people managers
- Maintain compliance with company policies and record keeping
Benefits
- company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
- discretionary annual bonus
- discretionary stock-based long-term incentives
- paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
