Scientist, Pivotal Biologics - Analytical Operations
- Gilead Sciences
- Oceanside, California
- Full Time
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Job Description
Job Responsibilities
- Proficiently executes laboratory techniques such as ELISA, DNA, beta-glucan and other plate-based assays commonly used for biologics.
- Designs process-specific host cell protein ELISAs, including generation of custom reagents, method development, qualification, validation, bridging and coverage assessment.
- Designs critical reagent strategies for process-specific host cell protein ELISAs.
- Authors analytical test methods, study protocols, technical reports, and contributes to regulatory filings.
- Acts as analytical method owner for assigned assays by developing a deep understanding of method attributes and performance through execution and/or review of robustness experiments and method monitoring in preparation for commercialization.
- Presents findings to cross functional internal/external teams.
- Contributes to late-stage method validation activities internally and at external laboratories.
- Independently plans and executes assigned experiments to support method development activities and non-routine investigations to deliver on project goals.
- Trains and mentors junior scientists or direct members of project teams in the initiation and execution of experimental plans.
- Thinks critically and creatively, works independently as well as a part of collaborative teams.
- Has strong organizational and planning skills.
- Cultivates a culture that embraces scientific excellence, urgency, partnerships with key stakeholders, continuous learning and improvement, taking proactive role in personal growth and development.
Basic Qualifications
Ph.D. with 0+ years of relevant experience; OR
MS with 4+ years of relevant experience; OR
BS with 6+ years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Understands the analytical life cycle concepts as applied to analytical development.
- Familiar with FDA and ICH guidelines relating to analytical procedure development and validation.
- Demonstrated skills in analytical instrumentation and data analysis.
- Must think critically and creatively and be able to work independently, determine appropriate resources for resolution of problems and have strong organizational and planning skills.
- Practical working knowledge of cGMP is desired; capable of assessing compliance to quality requirements using sound judgment and risk management.
- Applies the principles and techniques of Analytical Chemistry to biologics development. Strong scientific background in protein chemistry and biologics analytical methods, including plate-based assays (e.g., ELISA), and DNA.
- Demonstrates emerging ability in developing methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results and interpreting experimental outcomes.
- Excellent communication skills (both verbal and technical) and strong interpersonal skills are required.
- Experience in IND/IMPD and market registrations of biologics in US and EU.
- Innovative, proactive, and resourceful; committed to quality and continuous improvement.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to distill key information from various data sources.
- Supervisory experience is desired.
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