Scientist, Biology

Description

We are seeking a talented and motivated Scientist to join the Inflammation biology group at Gilead Sciences. In this role, you will drive the discovery and development of transformative therapies aimed at restoring tissue function in patients suffering from metabolic and inflammatory diseases. You will combine hands-on experimentation with scientific leadership to advance programs from concept through clinical development. The successful candidate will have a proven scientific track record, a passion for rigorous experimentation, and a strong desire to grow scientifically in a resource-rich environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and interpret experiments to identify and validate novel targets and mechanisms underlying tissue dysfunction in metabolic and inflammatory diseases
• Lead and contribute to drug discovery projects, translating biological insights into testable hypotheses and actionable strategies
• Collaborate cross-functionally to advance programs
• Synthesize and present scientific findings to internal stakeholders and contribute to external publications and presentations
• Mentor and provide scientific guidance to team members and research partners

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in immunology, metabolism, or cell biology with 0-3 years of postdoctoral or industry experience
• Deep expertise in at least one of the following fields: Immunology and inflammation, tissue regeneration, or metabolic disease biology
• Track-record of peer-reviewed publications in high impact journals, with a particular focus on tissue regeneration / mechanisms that control tissue repair, metabolism, or myeloid cell biology in tissue dysfunction and disease
• Proficiency with primary cell culture systems, tissue models, and/or relevant disease models
• Strong analytical skills with a track record of rigorous and reproducible science
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, and Skills:

• Expertise in organoid models of lung and liver
• Expertise bridging immunology and tissue regeneration / metabolic diseases
• Deep expertise in myeloid biology, including their roles in metabolic and inflammatory diseases

People leader accountabilities:

• Create inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.
• Develop talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and realize their purpose.
• Empower teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.

The salary range for this position is: $146,540.00 - $189,640.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. 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 the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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