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Job Description
Associate Scientist – Protein Therapeutics, Oxford
Position Overview
Join us at Gilead Sciences Oxford city site (formerly MiroBio Ltd.), located in a vibrant Business Park. This role focuses on antibody engineering and development, aiming to discover transformative therapies for autoimmune diseases. You’ll work in a collaborative and dynamic environment, partnering with internal and external teams, gaining hands-on experience in cutting-edge protein engineering techniques.
Role Purpose
To contribute to the design and development of novel protein therapeutics, supporting early research through to lead candidate nomination for pre-clinical studies.
Key Responsibilities
* Recombinant protein expression and production using mammalian expression systems
* Downstream purification with ÄKTA systems and biophysical/functional characterization, including SPR
* Analyze and troubleshoot experimental data to support pipeline progression
* Stay updated with scientific literature and advances in protein engineering to incorporate best practices
Ideal Qualifications
We value diverse perspectives and contributions. The qualifications and skills we seek include:
Minimum Education & Experience
* BSc or MSc in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field with hands-on lab experience
* Experience in mammalian cell culture, recombinant protein expression, purification, and characterization. Knowledge of molecular cloning is desirable.
Skills and Attributes
* Strong analytical and practical skills with high attention to detail
* Self-motivated and enthusiastic problem solver
* Team player with excellent collaboration skills
* Effective communication skills
* Flexible, adaptable, and quick learner in a fast-paced environment
What We Offer
* A supportive, collaborative team environment fostering innovation
* Opportunities to work on impactful projects for autoimmune diseases
* Exposure to state-of-the-art techniques in protein and antibody engineering
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): Gilead Sciences is committed to recruiting and employing the most qualified persons without discrimination based on protected characteristics or prohibited grounds as per applicable laws.
For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors
Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
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