Research Associate Protein Therapeutics Gilead Sciences currently has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated research associate to join our protein purification and QC group within the Protein Therapeutics Department. The successful candidate is expected to work independently and display professional judgment in all aspects of daily research and presentations. This person will work in collaboration with research project teams to generate and validate potential therapeutic proteins and surrogate tool molecules.
Responsibilities: Perform protein purification QC and protein bank registration to support the preclinical development of biopharmaceutical programs across multiple therapeutic areas Prepare technical reports quantitative analyses and summaries for entry into Excel PPT and ELN formats Use good oral and written communication skills to relay scientific data Actively participate in group meetings present the results of ones work interpret data and draw conclusions regarding presented material Proactively seek out senior personnel to discuss potential solutions to challenges Maintain awareness of cuttingedge technical developments and scientific knowledge and apply these where possible to improve process efficiency
Education and Experience:
BA/BS in Biology Biochemistry Chemistry or related field with 0 2 years of knowledge or experience with below listed characteristics and techniques for the position.
Required skills: Strong background in protein sciences and protein biochemistry Experience in purifying monoclonal antibodies next generation biologics (e.g. bispecific antibodies immunocytokines) or other recombinant proteins Working knowledge of purification techniques including affinity ion exchange size exclusion hydrophobic interaction chromatography using Akta Avant/Pure or BioRad NGC Experience in analytical protein characterization techniques such as SECHPLC or UHPLC SDSPAGE Endosafe Ability to perform method development and write protocols Detailed recordkeeping is a must Ability to multitask and work in a fastpaced team environment Must be teamoriented professional hardworking and interested in learning new skills.
Nice to have skills: Experience with other protein characterization technologies (DLS SECMALS LC/MS IEX/HICHPLC) would be a strong plus Experience in automated liquid handling systems would be a plus
Required Years of Experience: 02 years
Top 3 Required Skill Sets: Lab experience in academic or industry multitasking Hardworking/TeamOriented
Top 3 Nice to Have Skill Sets: Protein purification Protein characterization working knowledge of AKTA Avant/PURE
Unique Selling Point of this role: Fast learner multitask detailed oriented
Required Degree or Certification BA/BS in Biology Chemistry or related fields
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