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Job Description

The Protein Engineering group is a specialized team within the Protein Therapeutics department that is responsible for the optimization and engineering of large molecule drug candidates. We seek a highly motivated Associate Scientist to contribute to the engineering of novel antibody binding domains, fusion proteins (e.g. cytokines), and multispecific formats using structure-based rational and/or computational design approaches, as well as contribute to the development of new methodologies for high-throughput cloning, expression, and functional screening. The successful candidate will support cross-functional project teams to develop novel biologics for clinical development.

Essential Duties and Job Functions:

In this laboratory-based role, the successful candidate will support efforts to optimize large molecule therapeutics. The candidate will implement structure-based design and molecular biology approaches to rapidly generate engineered large molecule therapeutics for diverse target classes. Additional job requirements:

• Enable rapid optimization of novel antibody design via humanization, structure-based rational design, computational design, and/or library-based approaches.

• Enable fast generation of antibodies and/or multispecifics by utilizing state-of-the-art molecular biology approaches.

• Maintain familiarity with scientific literature and independently design, execute, analyze, and interpret experiments.

• Effectively communicate and present project goals and experimental findings to diverse audiences.

• Organize and execute multiple projects in a collaborative team setting.

• Thrive in a fast paced, data-driven and scientifically rigorous environment.

• Maintain compliance with company policies and record keeping.

Knowledge, Experience and Skills:

Applicants must have a B.S./M.S. in molecular biology, biochemistry, structural biology or a related field, with a minimum of 5+ for B.S./ 3+ for M.S. years of relevant professional experience. An ideal candidate will have experience in most of the following areas:

• Proficiency using various molecular biology techniques, such as PCR fragment assembly, vector design, site-directed mutagenesis, Gibson assembly, and/or Golden gate cloning is required.

• Familiarity with Geneious Prime or similar molecular design software is required.

• Proficiency in antibody variable domain reformatting is required.

• Strong experience in antibody humanization and/or liability remediation is preferred.

• Familiarity with structure-based protein engineering (e.g. PyMOL, MOE, etc) and design is preferred.

Preferred Experience:

An ideal candidate will preferably have 7+ for B.S./ 5+ for M.S. years of industry experience.

The salary range for this position is: $124,015.00 - $160,490.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

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• Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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