Research Associate, Biologics Pre-Pivotal Formulation and Process Development

Research Associate, Biologics Pre-Pivotal Formulation and Process Development

United States - California - Foster City
Process/Product Development & Operations – Regular

We are seeking a highly motivated, attentive, and self-driven candidate to join our team in Biologics Pre-Pivotal Formulation and Process Development as a Research Associate. The successful candidate will contribute to developing formulation and drug product processes for innovative molecules. The role offers opportunities for career growth in a fast-paced, resource-rich environment with training and professional development. Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

• Support formulation and drug process development, including formulation development, Drug Product manufacturing process development, and clinical in-use evaluations.
• Operate laboratory instrumentation and/or processing equipment and train others to conduct simple experiments.
• Execute and design low-complexity experiments with minimal supervision in support of cross-functional projects.
• Troubleshoot basic analytical methods and instrument operation.
• Perform drug substance, drug product intermediate and drug product characterization.
• Work collaboratively with peers from other departments.
• Assist in training less experienced colleagues on techniques required for their duties, while ensuring that quality, safety and environmental standards are maintained.
• Summarize experimental results and present at team meetings and department presentations.
• Author templated memos and reports with limited guidance.

• B.S. with 0+ years of industrial experience in CMC development of biologics or emerging modalities OR
• AA with 2+ years of industrial experience in CMC development of biologics or emerging modalities OR
• High School Diploma with 3+ years of industrial experience in CMC development of biologics or emerging modalities.

• 2+ years of industrial experience in CMC development of biologics or emerging modalities.
• Experience working in a laboratory setting.
• Strong desire and ability to learn new skills and excel in a fast-moving, dynamic and evolving environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Organized with strong ability to work independently in multiple complex workflows.

The salary range for this position is $82,195.00 – $. 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 (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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* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to plan terms.

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Job Requisition  R0047330

Full Time/Part Time:
Full-Time

Job Level: Associate

Remote Type:
Onsite Required

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