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Sr Associate Scientist, FPD

$126.82k - $164.12k

Gilead

Gilead Sciences seeks a Senior Associate Scientist to support formulation and drug product process development for biologics in a pivotal and commercial setting. The role involves designing experiments, characterizing molecules, documenting data, and collaborating across functional teams to advance innovative therapeutics toward clinical development.

Responsibilities

  • Design and execute experiments for formulation and drug product process development activities
  • Apply analytical and biophysical characterization techniques; model best practices in lab execution
  • Document data accurately in lab notebooks, reports, and protocols following good documentation practices
  • Author technical documents and prepare data-focused presentations for internal and external stakeholders
  • Analyze experimental data and collaborate with cross-functional teams on project strategy and regulatory submissions

Requirements

  • MS/MA with 4+ years or BS/BA with 6+ years in biologics CMC development
  • Hands-on laboratory experience required
  • Experience with formulation development and drug product process development
  • Clinical in-use evaluation experience for complex biologics formats
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Action-oriented mindset with high self and team expectations

Compensation: $126,820.00 - $164,120.00 base

Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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