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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.\nEvery 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.\nWe 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.\nJob Description\nAt Gilead our pursuit of a healthier world for all people has yielded a cure for hepatitis C, revolutionary improvements in HIV treatment and prevention as well as advancements in therapies for viral and inflammatory diseases and certain cancers.\nWe set and achieve bold ambitions in our fight against the world’s most devastating diseases, united in our commitment to confronting the largest public health challenges of our day and improving the lives of patients for generations to come. As a Senior Associate Scientist, you will contribute to QC procedures across Gilead’s commercial 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.\nThis is a site-based position (up to 5x a week) in Foster City, CA.\nKey Responsibilities\nThe Senior Associate Scientist in External Quality Analytical Oversight role supports external commercial QC through hands-on execution of activities and processes related to data review, documentation, method lifecycle support, and continuous improvement. Working within established procedures and with guidance from senior colleagues, the role helps ensure accurate, timely, and compliant QC deliverables.\nFocus Areas\nPerform review of external QC laboratory data for commercial release and stability testing, including contract testing laboratory (CTL) Certificates of Analysis (CoA), stability reports, and supporting documentation, in accordance with Gilead procedures for oversight of contract laboratory data.\nPerform data-based review of CTL raw data packages, including verification of method conditions, sample and standard preparation, reference standard use, system suitability, representative chromatograms, and calculation accuracy; support Level 3 on-site data reviews as assigned.\nUse lab information management system (LIMS) to verify accurate transcription of results against CTL documents and specifications, complete test- and sample-level review and authorization, review audit trails, and generate provisional CoAs, Stability Summary Reports, and Analytical Reports.\nUse electronic documentation management system to retrieve, review, and accept CTL CoAs, stability reports, raw data packages, specifications, and test methods; maintain document metadata and workflows and document data review findings and discrepancies.\nPartner with QC Leads, CTLs, and QA to resolve data discrepancies, request and track CTL corrections, and ensure data review is completed within required turnaround times.\nIdentify, document, and escalate data review findings, including atypical results, trends, and data integrity or ALCOA++ concerns; support related laboratory investigations (OOS/OOT/OOE), deviations, and CAPAs.\nCompile and report QC data-related metrics, maintain review and batch release trackers, and communicate status, turnaround times, and outstanding issues.\nCoordinate SAP specification authoring and updates with designated authors and QC stakeholders, tracking completion and confirming alignment with approved specifications.\nContribute to continuous improvement of data review processes and electronic system workflows, including authoring or revising SOPs, work instructions, and job aids and supporting system changes and user testing.\nExperience:\nYou have:\nExperience with Commercial Quality Control, analytical development, or a related laboratory environment.\nWorking knowledge of GMP principles, data integrity expectation of lab data, and applicable procedures and standards in the US and internationally. \nMust be able to develop and improve complex concepts, techniques, and standards and new applications based on quality principles and theories. \nDemonstrated ability to manage and influence Quality Control testing at contract laboratory facilities and ensure alignment with Gilead’s GMP policies. \nDemonstrated the ability to influence process and outcomes across functions.\nRequirements:\nBS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience OR\nMS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field with 3+ years of relevant experience\nKnowledge and experience in commercial quality control. \nStays ahead of shifting trends in industry.\nAbility to think critically, analyze information, and work independently on defined assignments while seeking guidance when needed.\nStrong organizational, planning, and attention-to-detail skills.\nEffective verbal and written communication skills and a collaborative working style.\nLeader Accountabilities:\nCreate Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams. \nDevelop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and realize their purpose. \nEmpower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem. \nThe salary range for this position is: $117,895.00 - $152,570.00. 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:\nhttps://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing\n* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.\nFor jobs in the United States:\nGilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, geneticinformation or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact  for assistance.\nFor more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster.\nNOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT\nYOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT\nGilead Sciences will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law.\nOur environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.\nGilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. 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