Postdoctoral Scientist

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Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral scientist with molecular virology or immunology background to undertake exciting research project for viral vector design, production, and characterization in supporting Gilead Biologics pipeline in the area of infectious diseases including HIV, HBV, and HDV. The successful candidate will be responsible for design and execution of in vitro experiments to generate viral particles, pseudo-typed viruses, targeted lipid nanoparticles (LNP), and to develop cell-based assays to evaluate their infectivity and neutralizing activity of biological drug candidates including monoclonal antibodies, peptides, and viral vaccines.

Specific Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and team-based projects for design, optimization, and production of viral particles, viral vectors, pseudoviruses, and lipid nanoparticles.
• Engage cross-functionally with discovery virology teams, biophysical and structural characterization team to develop cell-based infectivity assays and biophysical characterization methods for viral particle characterization.
• Develop and optimize transfection protocols for stable cell line engineering, viral vector production process/workflow, and scale up.
• This position will require an in-depth knowledge of molecular biology, virology, and/or immunology. The candidate will be expected to demonstrate technical competence for plasmid design, cell line engineering, cell-based viral infection assays, and flow cytometry techniques.
• The applicant should be an effective communicator of ideas, project goals and results to team members across cross-functional roles/departments.
• The applicant should be self-motivated and organized, familiar with the relevant literature, and enjoy scientific investigation and thinking, proactively identify issues and develop solutions in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.

Required Skills

• PhD in Molecular Virology, Immunology, or a related scientific discipline with 0-2 years of relevant experience in the Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology industry.
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills are required. Must be able to participate in highly effective teams, organizing and implementing complex research plans.
• Demonstrates technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others and independent thought in suggesting experimental design.

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