Gilead Sciences
Senior Scientist, Oncology Research
United States - California - Foster City · Senior
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About the role
- The Oncology Research Department at Gilead Sciences (Foster City, CA) is seeking an accomplished scientist-leader for Senior Scientist of Tumor-Intrinsic Biology.
- Mentor a lab-based scientific team, advancing their projects and careers.
- Serve as a scientific and technical thought leader throughout the Research organization.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate across functions to guide interdisciplinary projects, with experts in oncology, immune-oncology, protein engineering, chemistry, translational medicine, biomarkers and clinical development.
- Develop expertise in relevant scientific fields and the external landscape, including the scientific literature, conference proceedings, and competitive programs.
- Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree and Eight Years' Experience OR
- Masters' Degree and Six Years' Experience OR
- Knowledge, Experience and Skills
- Strong track record of impact in scientific field, including first- or senior-author publications in peer-reviewed journals and conference presentations.
- Expertise in molecular mechanistic experimentation and concepts, ideally in the analysis and therapeutic targeting of nucleic acid-protein complexes
- Team-centric mindset, with ability to motivate team members from diverse backgrounds.
Nice to have
- Ph.D. degree and 3+ years of experience (tumor biology, drug discovery, target identification and technology development), with post-doctoral training highly preferred.
- These considerations mean actual compensation will vary.
Compensation
- $169,320.00 - $219,120.00.
- 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*.
- Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
- We continue to fight against the world's biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
Company info
- At Gilead, we're creating a healthier world for all people.
- Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we're looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
- As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations.
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