Gilead Sciences

Assoc Director, Quality Assurance

Foster City, California, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Pharmaceuticals, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 10+ years of relevant experience in a GMP environment related field, holding either a Bachelor’s degree in science or a related field, or an 8+ year experience with a Master’s degree in science or a related field. They must demonstrate in-depth knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), QA principles, concepts, industry practices, and standards, along with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Experience as an effective people leader, driving high performance, developing talent, and resolving issues is also required, alongside some knowledge of Six Sigma tools and quality improvement approaches.

Responsibilities

The Assoc Director, Quality Assurance will manage QA personnel responsible for batch review and lot disposition activities, including organizing and prioritizing group tasks, performing training, and writing performance reviews. They will perform a wide variety of activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). This role involves acting as an initial point of business escalation and providing guidance to staff, participating in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring the quality of products conform to established standards and agency guidelines, and working directly with operating entities to ensure inspections, audits, and statistical process control analyses are conducted. The position also requires interfacing with contract manufacturers to address performance or compliance issues, writing and/or implementing changes to controlled documents, and potentially specializing in transferring and driving quality initiatives across CMO organizations.

Skills

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Quality Assurance (QA)
People Leadership
Packaging
Labeling
Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills

Gilead Sciences

Develops and commercializes biopharmaceuticals

About Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing medicines for various medical conditions, including HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer, inflammatory and respiratory diseases, and cardiovascular issues. The company conducts extensive research and development to create new therapies, which are then marketed to healthcare providers, hospitals, and pharmacies after receiving regulatory approval. Gilead differentiates itself from competitors through its strong commitment to R&D and strategic partnerships, such as with SAP Ariba, to enhance its operations and product offerings. The company's goal is to improve health equity and access to care globally, working with communities to ensure that its medicines reach those in need.

Foster City, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1987Year Founded
$15,873.6MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid family time off and paid parental time off
Generous 401(k) contribution matching
Comprehensive medical plans that cover both physical and mental healthcare
Global Wellbeing Reimbursement
Time Off
Global Volunteer Day
Giving Together Program
Employee Support Programs
Flexible Work Options

Risks

Increased competition in HIV treatment from ViiV Healthcare's expanding drug portfolio.
Regulatory scrutiny over drug pricing could impact Gilead's U.S. market operations.
Patent expirations, like Truvada's, lead to increased generic competition and revenue loss.

Differentiation

Gilead's lenacapavir is recognized as the 2024 Breakthrough of the Year for HIV care.
Partnerships with LEO Pharma and Tubulis enhance Gilead's focus on inflammatory and cancer therapies.
Gilead's commitment to health equity initiatives like COMPASS and HepConnect sets it apart.

Upsides

Gilead's strategic partnerships expand its reach in inflammatory and oncology drug markets.
Investment in digital health technologies enhances Gilead's R&D and patient engagement.
Focus on sustainability improves Gilead's operational efficiency and corporate reputation.

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