Sr Scientist, Discovery Sciences and Technologies
Gilead SciencesUnited States - California - Foster City · full time · Senior
$169,320 – $219,120
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What this role is
This senior scientist role leads lipid nanoparticle chemistry and mRNA-LNP formulation research within Gilead's discovery program, working across multiple therapeutic areas to advance drug delivery technologies toward clinical development. The position suits experienced researchers with deep hands-on expertise in LNP synthesis, characterization, and formulation optimization who can drive innovation independently and collaborate across functional teams.
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What they ask for
Required
- Ph.D. in pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, chemical engineering, bioengineering, biochemistry, or related field
- 2+ years of post-Ph.D. experience in LNP-based nucleic acid delivery
- Hands-on expertise in mRNA-LNP formulation and characterization including lipid selection and composition optimization
- Hands-on expertise in LNP purification by tangential-flow filtration
- Experience designing high-throughput or Design of Experiments formulation-screening campaigns
- Demonstrated ability to lead scientific projects independently
- Ability to mentor or manage junior scientists in matrixed environment
- Strong project management skills for multiple simultaneous projects
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Nice to have
- 6+ years of post-Ph.D. experience in LNP-based nucleic acid delivery
- Experience with targeted-LNP approaches using ligand or antibody conjugation
- Experience with formulation scale-up and technology transfer to CMC/CDMO partners