Gilead Sciences, Inc. is hiring a Scientist for Process Development based in Edmonton, Alberta. In this role, you will be integral to site process safety operations and development, focusing on the safe manufacturing of drug substances for clinical studies and commercialization.
What You'll Do
- Provide guidance to process chemistry personnel in the evaluation of chemical processes in the laboratory.
- Conduct process safety assessments for active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) manufacturing under cGMP.
- Support the development of the process safety evaluation system and procedures for the site.
- Develop strategies for the safe manufacturing of drug substances in collaboration with senior scientists.
- Demonstrate technical knowledge and collaboration in the development and execution of process safety assessments.
- Ensure all experimentation adheres to standard operating procedures (SOPs), maintaining quality, safety, and environmental standards.
- Support process safety assessments and investigations related to manufacturing.
- Use appropriate methods and techniques (e.g., DSC, ARC, RC1) to support process development and project goals.
- Interpret data and present process hazard evaluation results.
- Support the continuous improvement of systems with a focus on personnel and process safety.
- Maintain alignment with corporate process safety goals and direct personnel on compliance.
- Support the development, management, and promotion of site process safety programs and systems.
What We're Looking For
- Doctorate degree, OR
- Master’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience, OR
- Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience.
Nice to Have
- Ph.D. in chemistry or a related discipline, or MS/MA with 4+ years’ industry experience, or BS/BA with 6+ years’ industry experience.
- Experience in planning and executing multi-step synthesis of organic molecules.
- Experience scaling up synthetic routes and developing safe processes.
- Experience with thermal analysis techniques.
- Understanding of chemical engineering principles.
- Pharmaceutical/fine chemical industry experience in process safety and development.
- Application of sound scientific judgment to make timely decisions.
- Strong collaboration, communication, and writing skills.
Technical Stack
- DSC
- ARC
- RC1
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Gilead Sciences fosters a culture of collaboration, determination, and a relentless drive to make a difference. We believe every employee deserves a great leader and are committed to creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed, and empowered.
