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Associate Scientist

Job in Foster City, San Mateo County, California, 94420, USA
Listing for: Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Research/Development
    Research Scientist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 125000 - 150000 USD Yearly USD 125000.00 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Associate Scientist

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

Gilead Sciences (Foster City, CA) is seeking a talented and highly motivated Associate Scientist to join our Pre-Pivotal Biologics Analytical Development group. Our collaborative and interdisciplinary development team utilizes state‑of‑the‑art technologies and innovative methodologies to advance medicines into the clinic. You will have opportunities for career growth through acquisition of new skills, experiences, and professional relationships in a fast‑paced, resource‑rich environment.

Responsibilities
  • Execute and support development of analytical methods (ELISA and qPCR) for release testing and characterization.
  • Acquire and interpret data for molecule characterization and process development studies.
  • Contribute to authoring associated method development reports, test procedures, and method transfer documents.
  • Assist in troubleshooting method‑related issues and optimize as needed.
  • Maintain good documentation practices for recording experimental plans and results in an electronic laboratory notebook and associated reports.
  • Work independently and collaboratively on assigned tasks, such as method development and testing.
  • Participate in group meetings, present results, interpret data, and draw conclusions.
  • Collaborate with senior scientists to design experiments and advance state‑of‑the‑art techniques.
Basic Qualifications
  • BS with 4+ years of experience OR M.S. with 2+ years in Analytical Chemistry or related fields of industrial experience in biologics analytical development.
  • Experience with analytical method development of biologic products (e.g., potency and/or process‑related impurities such as host cell protein, host cell DNA, and affinity resin materials).
  • Hands‑on experience or strong interest/aptitude to learn HPLC, MS, Capillary Electrophoresis and other separation methods for protein analysis.
  • Familiarity with lab automation, data science, and knowledge management is a plus.
Gilead Core Values
  • Integrity (Doing What’s Right)
  • Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity)
  • Teamwork (Working Together)
  • Excellence (Being Your Best)
  • Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility)
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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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