Specific Responsibilities:
As a summer intern, you will work within an integrated research team aimed at discovering and synthesizing novel chemical entities. Under the guidance and mentorship of a Research Chemist you will execute multi-step synthetic procedures and purify products using a variety of modern laboratory techniques. Communication of results to the research team and department may be required.
Essential Functions:
Under general supervision, performs experiments that support research activities in the Medicinal Chemistry job family.
Operates scientific equipment, selecting appropriate methods and techniques to perform experiments, analyzing data and preparing related reports.
Plans and organizes details of experiments.
Uses data, reports and previous results to identify inappropriate variances and concerns.
Participates in group meetings.
Presents data or prepares data for others to present.
Knowledge, Experience & Skills:
Summer Intern at least 18 years old
Undergraduate (or graduate student, if applicable) enrolled in a 4-year accredited university/college; including enrolment in Fall Semester after internship
Completion of basic organic chemistry courses whilst studying for a degree in chemical sciences.
Familiarity with modern analytical and chromatographic techniques, including NMR, LCMS and flash chromatography is highly preferred.
Ability to complete 10-12 consecutive weeks between May and September
Please note, no relocation is available for this position
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About Gilead:
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercialises innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients living with life-threatening diseases around the world. Gilead’s therapeutic areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer and inflammation, and serious respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.
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