Scientist, Nonclinical Safety

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Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Foster City, California that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients living with life‑threatening diseases around the world. Gilead’s therapeutic areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer and inflammation.

Gilead’s core values of integrity, inclusion, teamwork, excellence, and accountability shape our culture and are the foundation of our future success. Challenge yourself and make a difference in the world – Being Here Matters.

We are seeking a bright and enthusiastic Research Scientist to complement our Nonclinical Safety and Pathobiology group. Gilead is a fast‑paced, data‑driven, scientifically rigorous organization, and the role will suit a scientist who is able to thrive in this type of environment. The primary responsibility is to serve as the toxicology representative on multifunctional project teams, including ownership of the nonclinical safety program and contributing to regulatory documents to support drug development candidates across a variety of platforms from early research through registration/post approval.

This is a site based role in Foster City, CA at our global headquarters. This role is not offered as a remote position at this time.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision.
• Provide critical review and interpretation of protocols, data and study reports.
• Actively support the integration of early nonclinical safety strategies throughout Research.
• Solve moderately complex problems requiring thorough scientific assessment.
• Effectively communicate project development plans and study results to project teams and Senior level management.
• Team player who thrives in a high‑speed environment where autonomy, accountability and innovation are critical for success.
• Excellent self‑management and organizational skills, and ability to manage high volume workload.
• Clear and concise, oral and written communication skills.
• Strong motivation, independence, and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary, matrix environment with minimal supervision.

• Good scientific expertise in subject area/discipline; familiar with other disciplines inside and/or outside of department (e.g., pathology, pharmacology, drug metabolism).
• Familiarity with ICH and GLP.

• PhD in toxicology, pharmacology, or related scientific discipline.
• 2+ years experience in small molecule and/or biopharmaceutical drug development desirable.

or

• BS or MS, and extensive industry experience in nonclinical safety assessment.
• Board certification or eligibility is desirable.

The salary range for this position is: $ - $. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will…