Research Scientist, Inflammation Biology
Gilead
- Oxford
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Gather, analyse, and present scientific data from a variety of sources
- Generate relevant hypotheses and design novel experiments
- Rigorous benchwork and data analysis. Perform a range of techniques to a high-level of delivery (including but not limited to immune cell isolation and culture, flow cytometry, binding assays, cell death assays, internalisation and Incucyte live cell analysis)
- Document research findings clearly in an electronic lab book
- Demonstrate scientific rigour in assessing own data and that of others
- Clear communication with other members of the team and presentation of research findings with colleagues internally and in partner institutions
- Contribute to project discussions and in wider project planning, including ideas for new research projects
- Maintain high level of expertise through review of scientific literature. Serve as a major contributor in preparation of manuscripts and patent applications
- Collaborate with internal teams, as well as external experts, CROs and academic groups, to leverage opportunities, establish best practices, and deliver innovation
- PhD, or equivalent experience, in immunology or related discipline
- A good understanding of human disease pathology and the process of translational research
- Relevant technical skills to assess immune responses in health and disease
- Wide application of principles, theories and concepts in field of interest plus working knowledge of other related disciplines
- Excellent written, oral, and organizational skills
- (preferred) Experience in Biotech / Pharma, ideally with biologics-based therapeutics
- Demonstrated ability to be a fast learner
- Self-motivated; with strong teamworking skills
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable to change, to move between projects easily and provide support and expertise where needed
- Practical and analytical abilities with high attention-to-detail as demonstrated through publications, past experiences and/or academic achievements