Date Posted : 11/27/07
| Sr Research Scientist, Process R&D
(Req# 539) Edmonton, Canada Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative therapeutics in areas of unmet medical need. Our mission is to advance the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases worldwide. Headquartered in Foster City, CA, Gilead has operations in the United States, Europe and Australia. We currently have an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to join our team. Specific Responsibilities: Lead and coordinate chemistry project teams, identify process improvements, devise novel solutions and strategies to complex synthetic problems and implement in the lab and Pilot/Production Plant; deliver high quality API requirements on time, prepare timely documentation (batch records, reports, development reports, etc), and provide technical, problem solving, and scientific leadership. Proven track record of significant accomplishment in Process Development (API production, GMP compliance, problem solving, novel idea generation and implementation, multi step synthesis of complex molecular architecture, outstanding oral and written communication skills) with sound project management skills. Ph.D. required, Postdoctoral preferred, 5 years of experience in an API production environment (lab, Kilo Lab, Pilot Plant). Essential Duties and Job Functions: Responsible for directing and executing scientific research for the discovery of drugs, the development of drug candidates or the research support of marketed drugs. Investigates the feasibility of applying advanced principles and techniques of related scientific specialty to potential inventions, products and problems. Recommends the development of economical, state-of-the art techniques to isolate characterize, purify and mass-produce substances, reagents, assays and tools in an effort to discover therapeutic bioproducts to make such substances available as tools for other research projects. Plans, designs, implements and analyzes laboratory experimentation to advance scientific knowledge of drug substances or techniques to identify such substances. Provides direction to research associates or members of project teams in the initiation and execution of laboratory experimentation, considering economic and safety factors. Typically supervises one to two employees including selection, performance management and career development. Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of intangible variables, requiring regular use of ingenuity and creativity. Makes contributions to scientific literature and conferences through publication and presentation of research results. Participates in development of patent applications. Acts as a resource and provides work direction for other research personnel. Knowledge, Experience and Skills: Typically requires a PhD in an appropriate scientific discipline and 5 years of relevant experience that demonstrates an expertise in a specific field and sustained excellence in performance and accomplishments that align to company goals. Excellent communication skills (both verbal and technical) and interpersonal skills are required. Must be able to participate in highly effective teams. Exercises independent judgment in developing methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Demonstrates ability to recognize anomalous and inconsistent results and interpret experimental outcomes. Maintains in-depth knowledge of state-of-the art principles and theories, applying such knowledge to the research direction that supports Company interests. Demonstrates technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others and independent thought in suggesting experimental design and research strategy. 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. Reference Req# 539 and apply online today at: http://gilead.apply2jobs.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=539&CurrentPage=1 We are an equal opportunity employer |
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