At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together. Job Description Intern - Research - Strategy, Innovation & Portfolio - AI As a Gilead intern you will contribute to high-impact meaningful projects that will not only further advance our company’s mission but will allow you to gain real world experience at one of the most innovative organizations in the world. You will also have opportunities to participate in special events including professional development and leadership presentations, social/network building activities and local community volunteer programs. Key Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following: Use AI to support the planning and coordination of high-visibility scientifi
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At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together. Job Description Intern - Research - Pathobiology - AI As a Gilead intern you will contribute to high-impact meaningful projects that will not only further advance our company’s mission but will allow you to gain real world experience at one of the most innovative organizations in the world. You will also have opportunities to participate in special events including professional development and leadership presentations, social/network building activities and local community volunteer programs. We are seeking a highly motivated intern to support the execution of key Digital Pathology and AI initiatives across Research and Development. This individual will work with a cross-functional t
At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together. Job Description Intern - Research - Inflammation Biology - AI As a Gilead intern you will contribute to high-impact meaningful projects that will not only further advance our company’s mission but will allow you to gain real world experience at one of the most innovative organizations in the world. You will also have opportunities to participate in special events including professional development and leadership presentations, social/network building activities and local community volunteer programs. Key Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following: Apply AI and computational approaches to analyze large biological datasets, including transc
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 10 Oct 2026 Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact. A Day in the Life The Neuromodulation Research & Development organization develops therapies and technologies that address chronic pain and other neurological conditions. Within the Interventional Pain portfolio, teams focus on minimally invasive therapies used to treat musculoskeletal pathologies, including vertebral compression fractures, nerve pain, metastatic bone tumors, and benign bone tumors. This role supports the development of system-level verification and validation strategies for new products and enhancements across mechanical, electrical, and software components. This position is based in Santa Clara, California, and follows an onsite work model. No travel is required for this role. As a Research & Development Test Engineer, you will lead and execute verification and validation activities that support the development of interventional pain therapies and associated medical device systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional partners to define test strategies, evaluate product performance, manage technical risks, and generate evidence needed to support product development and regulatory requirements. Primary Responsibiliti
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution. Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and
At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together. Job Description We are seeking a highly motivated, attentive, and self-driven candidate to join our team, Biologics Pivotal Formulation and Process Development, as a Senior Research Associate. Once onboarded, the successful candidate will contribute in developing formulation and drug product processes for innovative molecules in pivotal clinical and commercial stages. The candidate will have tremendous opportunities for career growth in a fast-paced and resource-rich environment through training and professional relationships. The ideal candidate is expected to be action oriented with high expectations of themselves and others. They should have good verbal and written communication interpersonal skills. <
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Clinical Research Associate II Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution. Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity The CRA II will assist in the clinical execution and management of all aspects of assigned clinical studies. This includes but not limited to planning and implementati
$146.5K – $189.6K/yr
At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together. Job Description We are seeking a highly motivated and collaborative Scientist to join the Tumor Intrinsic Biology group within Research Oncology. This individual will contribute to early discovery research aimed at understanding the molecular mechanisms that drive cancer cell identity, tumor maintenance, and therapeutic response. The successful candidate will apply expertise in protein and nucleic acid biochemistry to investigate macromolecular complexes involved in transcriptional regulation, lineage control, and oncogenic signaling. Particular emphasis will be placed on understanding protein-nucleic acid complexes that govern transcriptional programs, cellular lineage states, and tumor dependencies. W
$68.6K – $114.3K/yr
Position Summary Pfizer is seeking a motivated Senior Associate Scientist to join the In Vivo Pharmacology group within the Oncology Research Unit, with a focus on antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) programs, but including other large molecule and small molecule programs. This role supports the execution of in vivo oncology studies that enable ADC discovery and preclinical development, including efficacy, tolerability, pharmacodynamic, and sample collection workflows. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical aptitude, careful attention to detail, and a commitment to animal welfare, compliance, and high-quality study execution. The Senior Associate Scientist is expected to contribute as a dependable technical team member while building scientific understanding of oncology pharmacology and ADC-specific study requirements. Position Responsibilities Execute in vivo oncology studies supporting discovery programs using a variety of in vivo models including human cell line- derived, patient-derived xenograft, syngeneic models as appropriate with minimum guidance from study leads. Perform routine and advanced in vivo procedures, including tumor measurements, body weight monitoring, test article administration (IV, PO, subQ, IP dosing), clinical observations, and sample collection. Perform routine in vitro tissue culture procedures Support pharmacology studies evaluating efficacy, tolerability, pharmacodynamic biomarkers, dosing schedules, and combination approaches. Prepare study materials, confirm dosing and sampling schedules, and ensure study activities are performed according to approved protocols and SOPs. Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant study records using approved electronic data capture and documentation systems. Communicate study observations, technical issues, animal welfare concerns, and timeline risks promptly to managers and study line leads. Collabo
$79.4K – $132.4K/yr
Position Summary Pfizer is seeking a highly motivated Scientist to join the In Vivo Pharmacology group within the Oncology Research Unit, with a focus on antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) programs. This role supports the execution of high-quality in vivo efficacy, pharmacodynamic, tolerability, and mechanistic studies that enable preclinical ADC discovery and development. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical capability in oncology animal models, careful attention to study details, and a commitment to animal welfare, compliance, and scientific rigor. The Scientist is expected to contribute as a reliable technical and scientific team member while developing increasing independence in study execution, data interpretation, and cross-functional collaboration. Position Responsibilities Execute in vivo oncology studies supporting ADC discovery programs using a variety of in vivo models including syngeneic, cell line-derived, and patient-derived xenograft models as appropriate. Perform routine and advanced in vivo procedures, including tumor measurements, body weight monitoring, test article administration, clinical observations, and sample collection. Support ADC pharmacology studies assessing efficacy, tolerability, pharmacodynamic biomarkers, dose-response relationships, schedule optimization, and combination strategies. Prepare, review, and follow study protocols, dosing schedules, randomization plans, and sample collection timelines in alignment with project goals and internal standards. Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant study records using electronic data capture systems and approved documentation practices. Coordinate with project line leads, vivarium operations, pathology, toxicology translational scientists, bioanalytical, pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic teams, and external partners to enable efficient study execution. Assist with data quality revie
$62.9K – $94.3K/yr
What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. Illumina is seeking a talented individual to fulfill a Scientist 1 role in next-generation sequencing (NGS) assay research and development. This is a unique opportunity to join a talented team of scientists at the frontier of innovation in spatial transcriptomics. At Illumina you will work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment and help create novel molecular biology assays that support expansion of Illumina’s spatial transcriptomics portfolio Responsibilities Design and execute lab-based experiments using biochemistry and molecular biology skills Troubleshoot and optimize workflows and assays to improve performance Innovate new spatial transcriptomics methods and devise solutions to technical issues Work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team Effectively communicate experimental results and next steps to team members at regular meetings Maintain detailed records of experimental work and analysis Complete goals within defined timelines Listed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with th
$155.6K – $233.4K/yr
What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. Why Us We are a multi-disciplinary and multinational team focused in using next-generation sequencing technology to transform human health and save patient’s lives. Our team works at the interface of research and clinical practice developing and improving innovative algorithms to biomarkers and variants that fill gaps in clinical practice, focusing primarily on oncology. We collaborate deeply with internal and external teams, to augment DRAGEN, Illumina’s software platform to analyze high-throughput sequencing data, remove barriers for its use in clinical settings, and develop new biomarkers in areas such as MRD and methylation. Why You We know the importance of your role and offer you a collaborative and supportive environment in which you are actively encouraged to develop your skills and knowledge. Illumina's mission is to improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome - if that inspires you, let's talk. If you are excited as we are about using genomics to transform the practice of medicine, have a proven track record of algorithm development, data analysis, and strong coding ability, this is the ro
$74.9K – $112.3K/yr
What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. We are looking for a talented and motivated scientist to join the Assay Research and Development group. You will play an important role in developing new and novel sequencing library preparation assays that meet the high performance and robustness characteristics that our customers require. You will be responsible to design and execute experiments, collect data, perform analysis, draw conclusions and participate on product development teams. A background in molecular biology and biochemistry lab techniques is desired. Position Responsibilities: Designs and performs experiments of varying complexity and across a broad array of techniques, foresees issues and works to overcome obstacles to completing tasks or assignments, conceives of new ways to analyze the data and present it. Makes detailed technical observations and documents them in laboratory notebooks and confluence pages, etc. Plans, conducts, summarizes, reports consistent conclusions, and generates recommendations for follow up experiments and may suggest alternate strategies. <
About Dawn Aerospace Dawn Aerospace is redefining space transportation through reusable, sustainable, and high-cadence flight systems. Our Aurora Spaceplane enables rapid access to suborbital space and speeds over Mach 3, serving a growing need for near-space testing, high-speed flight, and microgravity research. Together with our in-space propulsion business, Dawn is building the infrastructure for sustainable access to and operation in space. Role Overview Aurora is the first vehicle capable of flying missions to the edge of space multiple times a day. Your job is to transform this vehicle capability into mission success for our customers working from anywhere in the US - although Huntsville , USA is preferred (with domestic and international travel) . As a Mission Manager, your core role is to translate customer objectives into executable flight plans. You will be the customer’s interface to Dawn's flight operations, engineering, regulatory, and commercial teams. Throughout any project, you will coordinate the specialists required to solve individual problems while retaining responsibility for the mission. This is not a passive account-management role. You will be expected to assess mission feasibility, challenge customer assumptions, defend engineering realities, and drive clarity across complex, first-of-a-kind mission concepts. You will be the customer’s technical advocate inside Dawn, and Dawn’s operational interface to the customer. You will succeed here if you can lead through ambiguity, communicate with precision, and have the technical depth to engage meaningfully with aerospace engineers and flight operators, while keeping customers aligned, informed, and confident. Key Responsibilities Mission Ownershi
$155.6K – $233.4K/yr
What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. Position Summary: Designs, models, and develops data management systems that integrate laboratory, operation and research data. Designs, builds, improves and maintains high performance and highly scalable data pipelines. Oversees transition of data pipelines to production and commercial settings; develops technology choices and practices that support pipeline maturation. Researches and assesses the viability of new data management and processing technologies. Scope of Responsibilities: Applies subject matter expertise and extensive knowledge of theories, practices, and design matters to lead the application of existing principles and guide the development of new ideas. Provides, guides, and uses professional concepts to resolve critical issues. Works on highly complex assignments that address future concepts where problem solving requires conceptual thinking and an evaluation of enigmatic components. Accountable for results which may impact multiple functions. Enhances formal networks with key decision makers and recognized as a thought le
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