Postdoctoral Fellow - Human Cell Cycle at Gilead Sciences

Foster City, California, United States

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InternshipExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Biotechnology, Pharmaceuticals, OncologyIndustries

Requirements

Ph.D. (awarded or to be awarded within the next 6 months) in molecular biology, biochemistry, cancer biology or related field
First-author publication(s) in peer-reviewed journals
Ability to think critically and creatively to independently design, execute, analyze, and communicate rigorous experimentation
Experience with cancer cell biology, biochemical methods and molecular biology desired
Preferred: Familiarity and hands-on experience with the human cell cycle
Preferred: Expertise in molecular biology, microscopy, CRISPR/Cas9, and omics-based approaches

Responsibilities

Initiate and lead an independent research project to discover novel mechanisms that control the cell cycle under steady-state conditions and following pharmacological perturbations, elucidating how key cell cycle proteins interact to direct the cell cycle in cancer
Work with co-mentors to identify key questions in cancer cell cycle biology and independently draft research plans to answer these questions
Independently execute experiments, analyze data, and review results with co-mentors and the larger research community
Publish impactful findings in top-tier journals and present at scientific conferences

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

cell cycle biologycancer biologypharmacological perturbationsresearch planningscientific research

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the duration of the Postdoctoral Fellow position?

The position is a 3-year fixed term.

What are the basic qualifications for this role?

Candidates must have a Ph.D. (awarded or to be awarded within the next 6 months) in molecular biology, biochemistry, cancer biology or related field, first-author publication(s) in peer-reviewed journals, and the ability to think critically and creatively to independently design, execute, analyze, and communicate rigorous experimentation.

What preferred qualifications are there for this position?

Preferred qualifications include familiarity and hands-on experience with the human cell cycle and expertise in molecular biology.

What is the work environment like at Gilead for this role?

The role is in a highly collaborative environment with access to world-class research facilities and the opportunity to leverage expertise across multiple functional areas.

What does a strong candidate for this Postdoctoral Fellow position look like?

A strong candidate is highly motivated, holds a recent Ph.D. in a relevant field with first-author publications, has experience in cancer cell biology, biochemical methods, and molecular biology, and can independently lead research projects, publish in top journals, and present at conferences.

Gilead Sciences

Develops and commercializes biopharmaceuticals

About Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing medicines for various medical conditions, including HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer, inflammatory and respiratory diseases, and cardiovascular issues. The company conducts extensive research and development to create new therapies, which are then marketed to healthcare providers, hospitals, and pharmacies after receiving regulatory approval. Gilead differentiates itself from competitors through its strong commitment to R&D and strategic partnerships, such as with SAP Ariba, to enhance its operations and product offerings. The company's goal is to improve health equity and access to care globally, working with communities to ensure that its medicines reach those in need.

Foster City, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1987Year Founded

$15,873.6MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid family time off and paid parental time off

Generous 401(k) contribution matching

Comprehensive medical plans that cover both physical and mental healthcare

Global Wellbeing Reimbursement

Time Off

Global Volunteer Day

Giving Together Program

Employee Support Programs

Flexible Work Options

Risks

Increased competition in HIV treatment from ViiV Healthcare's expanding drug portfolio.

Regulatory scrutiny over drug pricing could impact Gilead's U.S. market operations.

Patent expirations, like Truvada's, lead to increased generic competition and revenue loss.

Differentiation

Gilead's lenacapavir is recognized as the 2024 Breakthrough of the Year for HIV care.

Partnerships with LEO Pharma and Tubulis enhance Gilead's focus on inflammatory and cancer therapies.

Gilead's commitment to health equity initiatives like COMPASS and HepConnect sets it apart.

Upsides

Gilead's strategic partnerships expand its reach in inflammatory and oncology drug markets.

Investment in digital health technologies enhances Gilead's R&D and patient engagement.

Focus on sustainability improves Gilead's operational efficiency and corporate reputation.

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