QA Specialist III at Gilead Sciences

Mexico City, Mexico City, Mexico

Gilead Sciences Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Pharmaceuticals, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Knowledge of COFEPRIS requirements in NOM-059-SSA1
  • Experience with Quality Management Systems, including SOPs, samples management, returns, complaints, counterfeits, recalls, risk assessments, and change management
  • Ability to provide QA oversight to GxP contracted organizations (e.g., 3PLs for warehousing/distribution, CTL for testing) ensuring GMP, GDP, and GLP compliance
  • Expertise in documental evaluation for drug product release compliant with global standards and local regulations
  • Familiarity with method transfer activities for product testing
  • Proficiency in generating and maintaining controlled documents (e.g., Quality Manual, SOPs, WRK, methods) aligned with global standards
  • Skills in managing Quality Systems indicators (CAPA, Change Control, Deviations, Complaints) and escalating compliance gaps
  • Capability to investigate deviations, implement CAPAs, and manage local investigations
  • Experience with Change Control processes, including impact assessments
  • Ability to support training initiatives aligned with Gilead strategies
  • Participation in Annual Product Reviews and Quality Management Reviews (QMR)
  • Coordination of import permits and Quality Agreements with partners
  • Knowledge of data integrity and oversight at site level

Responsibilities

  • Support implementation of Quality Strategy for Gilead Mexico and business strategies for product distribution, testing, and release
  • Support and conduct Quality Management System to comply with COFEPRIS requirements, including SOPs for local activities, samples, returns, complaints, counterfeits, recalls, risk assessments, and change management
  • Provide QA oversight to 3PLs and CTL for documentation and compliance (GMP, GDP, GLP) for inspection readiness
  • Ensure efficient QA support for product warehouse, transportation, testing, and disposition
  • Perform documental evaluation for Drug Products release to the Mexican market
  • Support method transfer activities for timely testing of lots
  • Generate and maintain procedures and controlled documents aligned with global standards
  • Manage Quality Systems indicators (CAPA, Change Control, Deviations, Complaints) and escalate gaps
  • Investigate deviations, coordinate closures, manage local investigations, and ensure effective CAPAs
  • Support and manage local Change Control processes
  • Support internal and external training initiatives
  • Participate in Annual Product Review Global Reports and write local complementary reports
  • Support QMR process and communicate site metrics to senior management
  • Coordinate Import Permits with 3PL for Drug Products, Reference Standards, and Samples
  • Support preparation and updates of Quality Agreements with partners
  • Maintain data oversight at site level for full data integrity compliance

Skills

GMP
GDP
GLP
GxP
SOPs
Quality Management System
Change Management
Quality Risk Assessment
Product Complaints
Recalls
3PL Oversight
Regulatory Compliance
COFEPRIS

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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