Associate Scientist, Process Development

An
** Associate Scientist
** 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.
* 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.
* Degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., bioengineering, chemical engineering, biochemical engineering)
* Masters' degree and 2+ years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience; OR
* Hands-on laboratory operations experience including shake flasks, high-throughput bioreactors, and bench scale bioreactors
* Experience with pilot scale bioreactors is a plus
* 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.
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