Principal Scientist, Oncology Research

Gilead Sciences

Base: $195,670.00 - $253,220.00; bonus/equity: dis...
Ph.d. degree in tumor biology or related field
5+ years experience in drug discovery and target identification
Strong track record of peer-reviewed publications
The role involves leading a discovery lab to pursue creative science and develop strategic initiatives for novel medicines impacting patients' lives

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading a discovery lab to pursue creative science and develop strategic initiatives for novel medicines impacting patients' lives.
  • Candidates must demonstrate managerial excellence and the ability to motivate skilled team members from diverse backgrounds while advancing their careers.
  • Gilead offers a competitive salary range of $195,670.00 to $253,220.00 along with discretionary bonuses, stock incentives, and comprehensive benefits.

Matching Summary

The role involves leading a discovery lab to pursue creative science and develop strategic initiatives for novel medicines impacting patients' lives.

Salary

Base: $195,670.00 - $253,220.00; Bonus/Equity: Discretionary annual bonus and stock-based long-term incentives eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. degree in tumor biology or related field
  • 5+ years experience in drug discovery and target identification
  • Strong track record of peer-reviewed publications
  • Expertise in cancer genomics and oncogenic signaling
  • Experience leading interdisciplinary research teams

Nice-to-have

  • Post-doctoral training highly preferred
  • Experience with protein-nucleic acid complex analysis
  • Ability to balance risk-taking with thoughtful experimentation
  • Proven success in due diligence for acquisitions
  • Established external presence through conferences

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. degree required
  • 5+ years of relevant industry experience
  • First- or senior-author publications required
  • Post-doctoral training preferred

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