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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
 

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis, and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.

Commercial Analytical Operations:

• This role is vital for the success of Commercial Biologics QC, providing support for strategic leadership and oversight of daily operations. Responsibilities include managing the release testing supporting Gilead’s commercial biologics drug substances and drug products. The role will contribute to refining QC procedures across Gilead’s biologics manufacturing network, ensuring compliance with global cGMP and Gilead’s Quality Management System.

Responsibilities:

The role will contribute to QC procedures across Gilead’s biologics manufacturing network, ensuring global cGMP compliance. The Associate Scientist collaborates with cross-functional teams, fosters a culture of continuous improvement, and supports the QC team for timely project completion and regulatory compliance.

Requirements:

You have:

• Experience with Biologics Quality Control sub-functions and extensive knowledge of industry best practices and trends.

• Experience with or demonstrated capacity to learn GMP principles, concepts, practices and standards in the US and internationally. 

• Must be able to develop and improve complex concepts, techniques, and standards and new applications based on quality principles and theories. 

• Must be able to develop solutions to complex problems, which require a high degree of ingenuity, creativity and innovativeness. 

• Must be able to exercise judgment and independently determine and take appropriate action where precedent may not exist. 

• Proven ability to work with senior management to develop and ensure support for Company-wide long-term solutions.

• Demonstrated an ability to manage and influence Quality Control testing at contract laboratory facilities and ensure alignment with Gilead’s GMP policies. 

• Demonstrated the ability to influence process and outcomes across functions.

Qualifications: 

• BS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field with 5+ years experience, or MS degree with 3+ years experience. 

• Knowledge and experience in Biologics quality control. Stays ahead of shifting trends in industry.

• Must think critically and creatively and be able to work independently to determine appropriate resources for resolution of problems.

• Strong organizational and planning skills.

• Shows excellent verbal and written communication skills and collaborative interpersonal skills.

Gilead Core Values 

Integrity (Doing What’s Right) 

Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity) 

Teamwork (Working Together) 

Excellence (Being Your Best) 

Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility)

 

The salary range for this position is: $115,260.00 - $149,160.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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