Scientific Leader (ViiV Discovery Biology)

We are ViiV Healthcare: the only global pharmaceutical company 100% dedicated to preventing, treating and curing HIV. The Discovery Biology team in Branford, CT, conducts cutting-edge laboratory research into the identification of new drug targets, elucidation of novel mechanisms of action, and innovation across diverse drug modalities (small molecules, biologics, antibody-drug conjugates, degraders, oligos, etc.), all with the goal of ending the HIV epidemic. We collaborate with chemists, toxicologists, DMPK scientists, structural and computational biologists, immunologists, clinicians and many others locally and globally to deliver innovative medicines for clinical trials.

We are seeking a Scientific Leader to apply their diverse and deep understanding of virology, cell and molecular biology, protein biochemistry and structural biology to the independent design and conduct of cell-based and biochemical/biophysical experiments in support of novel drug discovery. Interacting daily with a team of 15+ biologists and virologists, the successful candidate will develop, troubleshoot, and implement novel assays to screen compounds and test new concepts related to HIV prevention, treatment, and cure, taking full advantage of our state-of-the-art laboratory facility and instrumentation.

This role will be based out of Branford, CT & eligible for a domestic relocation package.

Responsibilities
This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:

• Independently design and execute experiments and generate data in a timely fashion, aligning work to program priorities and timelines

• Collaborate across sites and line functions to maximize productivity, share best practices, and improve efficiency

• Maintain strong awareness of relevant literature, integrating new methodologies and tools into workstream as appropriate

• Effectively resolve technical challenges using subject matter expertise

• Clearly analyze, interpret, and communicate results to project teams as well as in written reports and publications

• Contribute to the general maintenance and safety of the laboratory and instrumentation

Basic Qualification
We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical field such as biology, chemistry, biochemistry

• 10+ years of experience OR 7+ years with a PhD in virology OR cell biology OR immunology

• Experience working with cross functional teams in global or geographically diverse environments, and experience performing matrix and project management tasks

• Experience developing and implementing cell-based assays, including viral infection assays, cytotoxicity assays, flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy/high content imaging, or similar systems

• Experience with immunoassay and protein-protein/protein-small molecule interaction analysis (TR-FRET, ELISA, SPR, Western blotting) and/or protein characterization via mass spectroscopy

• Experience with molecular biology techniques including DNA cloning, plasmid design and purification, DNA sequence analysis, transfection and expression analysis

• Experience creating and delivering written and verbal communications for organizational or technical documentation purposes

• Experience documenting experimental methods and results in electronic laboratory notebooks

Preferred Qualification
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in a relevant scientific discipline

• Experience in developing and implementing low to medium throughput drug discovery assay workflows

• Experience designing and/or working with biologics, including multi-specific antibodies and antibody-drug conjugates

• Experience working with/managing external partners, including contract research organizations (CROs)

• Contributions to regulatory submissions, patents and preparation of technical reports

• Demonstrated track record of implementing process improvements or digital solutions that enhance quality, efficiency, or operational performance

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

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Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program ViiV offers US employees. All ViiV employees receive the same benefits options and plans as GSK employee.

Why Us?

At ViiV Healthcare, we will not rest until we leave no person living with HIV behind. Until the 40 million people living with HIV is down to zero, we will continue searching for new ways to limit the impact of HIV.

We are the only pharmaceutical company solely focused on combating, preventing, and ultimately eradicating HIV and AIDS. At ViiV Healthcare, we do things differently. Born out of a partnership between GSK and Pfizer in 2009, with Shionogi joining in 2012, we are determined to help end the HIV epidemic. We are guided by our mission to leave no person living with HIV behind and it is this mission that unites our employees located across the globe. We combine expertise in research, manufacturing, policy and more to push the boundaries of what people think is possible in HIV treatment and care. As a result of our connection with GSK, we are able to draw on their proud history and resources. This means that you would receive all the employee benefits offered by GSK.

Living our mission of leaving no person living with HIV behind means keeping inclusion and diversity at the heart of everything we do - from our breakthrough innovation, to our diverse portfolio of medicines as well as the work we do to partner with HIV communities.

Having atruly inclusive culture where we're all able to be ourselves and feel like we belong will make us an even stronger team, better able to perform as a business and deliver on our mission to leave no person living with HIV behind.

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