Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Associate Scientist — Biologics/Small Molecules Microbiology Quality Control
Gilead Sciences, Inc., Foster City, California, United States, 94420
Associate Scientist — Biologics/Small Molecules Microbiology Quality Control
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.
Key Responsibilities :
The QC Microbiology Associate Scientist is a vital role for the success of Clinical and Commercial Biologics and Small Molecule Quality Control. This individual provides support for strategic leadership and oversight of daily microbiological operations. The role will contribute to monitoring QC test method execution and the microbiological lifecycle management. The role is accountable for refining QC procedures across Gilead’s small molecule and biologics manufacturing network, ensuring global cGMP compliance. Responsibilities also include managing clinical and commercial microbiological sample shipping and testing logistics and data entry from CTLs/CMOs into Gilead’s LIMS.
Department
Global Quality Control – GQC‑Biologics and Small Molecules
Job Responsibilities
Experience with Biologics and/or Small Molecules Quality Control microbiology.
Understanding and application of 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 the implementation of 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.
Willing to support future laboratory work.
Basic Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field and 2+ years of relevant experience OR
Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field and 4+ years of relevant experience OR
Associate’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience OR
High School Degree and 6+ years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a Microbiology Lab environment, including knowledge of microbiological testing, experience with aseptic processing, including sterile liquid handling and manipulation, familiarity with microbiology laboratory instrumentation and environmental monitoring.
Experience in Biopharmaceutical or Pharmaceutical quality control. Stays ahead of shifting microbiological 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.
Job Requisition ID R0044344
Full Time/Part Time Full‑Time
Job Level Associate
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Key Responsibilities :
The QC Microbiology Associate Scientist is a vital role for the success of Clinical and Commercial Biologics and Small Molecule Quality Control. This individual provides support for strategic leadership and oversight of daily microbiological operations. The role will contribute to monitoring QC test method execution and the microbiological lifecycle management. The role is accountable for refining QC procedures across Gilead’s small molecule and biologics manufacturing network, ensuring global cGMP compliance. Responsibilities also include managing clinical and commercial microbiological sample shipping and testing logistics and data entry from CTLs/CMOs into Gilead’s LIMS.
Department
Global Quality Control – GQC‑Biologics and Small Molecules
Job Responsibilities
Experience with Biologics and/or Small Molecules Quality Control microbiology.
Understanding and application of 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 the implementation of 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.
Willing to support future laboratory work.
Basic Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field and 2+ years of relevant experience OR
Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field and 4+ years of relevant experience OR
Associate’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience OR
High School Degree and 6+ years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a Microbiology Lab environment, including knowledge of microbiological testing, experience with aseptic processing, including sterile liquid handling and manipulation, familiarity with microbiology laboratory instrumentation and environmental monitoring.
Experience in Biopharmaceutical or Pharmaceutical quality control. Stays ahead of shifting microbiological 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.
Job Requisition ID R0044344
Full Time/Part Time Full‑Time
Job Level Associate
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