Date Posted : 11/27/07
| Associate Scientist II (Req# 576) 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: Coordinate and supervise a group of associates in QC analytical chemistry department to support process development of investigational or commercial drug APIs. Hands on experiences in HPLC, GC and NMR is required. Strong problem solving skills in method development and routine analysis. Ability to apply cGMP knowledge in daily work. Essential Duties and Job Functions: Independently plans and executes assigned experiments that support research activities and project goals. Applies advanced level of understanding project goals and methods. Selects appropriate methods and techniques in performing experiments. Contributes to the development of project strategy. May design new experiments to advance scientific knowledge of drug substances or techniques to identify such substances. Collaborates with supervisory personnel to develop research methods. Frequently works cross-functionally within organization to achieve common goals. Recommends alternatives, researches new methods and techniques and may proactively seek out senior personnel to discuss potential solutions to problems. Participates in group meetings. Presents results of work, interprets data, draws conclusions regarding presented material and nature of work. Works independently and determines methods and techniques on new or difficult assignments. Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires comprehensive evaluation of many factors. Acts as a resource for other research personnel within the company. Maintains high level of expertise through familiarity with scientific literature and applies appropriately to research projects. Knowledge, Experience and Skills: Typically requires a PhD in appropriate scientific discipline and 2 years of relevant experience that indicates an aptitude to make significant contributions within specialty and sustained strong performance and accomplishments that align to company goals. Excellent communication skills (both verbal and technical) and strong interpersonal skills are required. Must be able to participate in highly effective teams. Demonstrates emerging ability in developing methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results and interpreting experimental outcomes. Maintains full working 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# 576 and apply online today at: http://gilead.apply2jobs.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=576&CurrentPage=1 We are an equal opportunity employer |
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