Gilead Sciences, Inc. is looking for a Post Doc Scientist, Inflammation to join the Inflammation biology group. You will initiate an independent research project focused on discovering pathogenic mechanisms of inflammatory disorders and characterizing novel therapeutics. Your work will contribute significantly to our understanding of human disease and result in high-quality publications.
What You'll Do
- Initiate and lead independent research projects to investigate the mechanism of action of bispecific T-cell engagers on immune cell dynamics and disease efficacy in preclinical autoimmunity models.
- Spearhead discovery efforts to identify novel therapeutic targets and determine the role of cell-cell interactions in regulating disease pathogenesis.
- Design, conduct, and analyze in vitro and in vivo experiments to drive research towards publication in a top-tier journal.
What We're Looking For
- A Ph.D. in immunology, molecular biology, neuroscience, virology, or a related field.
- At least one first author paper published or accepted in a peer-reviewed journal.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills combined with strong organizational abilities.
Nice to Have
- A strong background and hands-on experience in molecular and/or cellular immunology, inflammatory diseases, or immune modulation strategies.
- Experience with mouse pre-clinical models of disease, including mouse handling, immunizations, in-life procedures, and tissue harvesting.
- Proficiency in wet lab immunology techniques, including in-vitro cell based functional assays, transfection/transduction, multi-color flow cytometry, ELISA, Luminex/MSD assays, and primary immune cell culture.
- Expertise in molecular biology, microscopy, CRISPR/Cas9, and omics-based approaches.
- Demonstrable skills in leading focused, hypothesis-driven biological research as evidenced by quality publications.
- Proven success working in a cross-functional, highly collaborative team environment and communicating effectively to diverse audiences.
Technical Stack
- in-vitro cell based functional assays
- transfection / transduction
- multi-color flow cytometry
- ELISA, Luminex/MSD assays
- primary immune cell culture
- molecular biology
- microscopy
- CRISPR/Cas9
- omics-based approaches
Team & Environment
You will work within the Inflammation biology group in a highly collaborative environment, reporting to a postdoc mentor.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary range: $126,820.00 - $164,120.00
- Paid time off
- Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
Work Mode
This role is onsite.
Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.
