Scientist — Quality Control Biologics (Analytical Lifecycle Management) at Gilead Sciences

Foster City, California, United States

Gilead Sciences Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
BiopharmaceuticalIndustries

Requirements

  • Extensive knowledge of Quality Control sub-functions
  • In-depth understanding and application of GMP principles, concepts, practices, and standards in the US and internationally
  • Ability to develop and improve complex concepts, techniques, and standards
  • Ability to develop solutions to complex problems requiring ingenuity, creativity, and innovativeness
  • Ability to exercise judgment and independently determine and take appropriate action where precedent may not exist

Responsibilities

  • Support strategic leadership and oversight of daily operations for Clinical Biologics QC
  • Support the development of clinical specification strategies
  • Support programs related to reference standards, raw materials, and critical reagents
  • Support analytical method validations and transfers
  • Contribute to the compendial review program
  • Monitor QC test method execution
  • Lead the analytical lifecycle management of Clinical biologics drug substances and drug products
  • Contribute to monitoring industry best practices and trends

Skills

GMP
Quality Control
Analytical Method Development
Method Validation
Method Transfer
Biologics
Reference Standards
Specification Strategies
Compendial Review
QC Test Methods

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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