Scientist, Biologics CMC Analytical Development
Job Location:
Foster, CA - USA
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Job Summary
At Gilead were creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years weve 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 worlds biggest health challenges and our mission requires collaboration determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
Every member of Gileads 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 were looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
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Job Description
Scientist Biologics CMC Analytical Development
Gilead Sciences (Foster City CA) isseekinga talented and highly motivatedScientist to join ourPDMPre-Pivotal Biologics AnalyticalDevelopmentgroup. Our collaborative and interdisciplinarydevelopmentteamutilizesstate-of-the-arttechnologies and innovative methodologies to advance medicines into the clinic. The successful candidate is expected toserve as the analyticalleadonPDM (Pharmaceutical Development & Manufacturing) project teams. You will have opportunities for career growth through acquisition of new skills experiences and professional relationships in a fast-paced and resource-rich environment.
Responsibilities:
LeadCMCAnalyticalTeamforPrePivotalBiologics
Serve as theCMCanalyticalsub-teamlead to define potential critical quality attributes (pCQAs)establishphase-appropriatecontrol strategies and enable characterization of biologics supportingToxicology and early clinical development (Phase I/II).
Drive Analytical Method Development & Implementation
Design develop and deploy robust analytical methods for product characterization and release/stability testing using advancedtechnologies (e.g.HPLC-UV/FLR/CAD/ELSD CE/iCIEFNative LC-MS CE-MS MD-LC-MS affinity LC-MS). Author method development reports test procedures and associated technical documentation.
Advance Innovation in Analytical Development
Evaluate and implementstateofthearttechnologies and emerging approaches to enhance analytical capabilities improve efficiency and enable deeper molecular understanding.
Ensure Data Integrity and Operational Excellence
Provide technical oversight of internal and external analytical activities ensuring high-quality data generation compliance with regulatory expectations and strong data governance across CRO/CDMOpartnerships.
CollaborateCrossFunctionallyto Drive Program Success
Partner closely with Research Process Development Clinical DevelopmentSafety and Program Strategy teams to provide strategic and technical input across the product lifecycle.
Contribute to Regulatory and Scientific Deliverables
Present findings to senior leadership author technicalreportsand manuscripts and support regulatory submissions (e.g.IND/IMPD/CTA) and intellectual property filings.
Basic Qualifications:
Ph.D. with3 years
or
M.S. with6 years in Analytical Chemistry or related fieldswith a focus on biologics(therapeutic proteins)CMCanalytical development.
Preferred Qualifications
Provenexperienceleadingearly-stage CMC analytical programs supporting pre-pivotal development (Toxicology Phase I/II) and regulatory submissions (IND/IMPD).
Strong experience in analytical method developmentqualification/validation and control strategy for biologics (e.g. HPLCiCIEFCELCMS based biologics characterization and data analysis).
Working knowledge of FDA/ICH regulatory expectations for drug substance and drug product quality and compliance.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across CMC and crossfunctional teams.
Familiarity with digital and data capabilities including lab automation data governance computer system validation and knowledge management.
Commitment to fostering inclusive highperforming teams recognizing the value of diverseperspectives.
Gilead Core Values
Integrity (Doing Whats Right)
Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity)
Teamwork (Working Together)
Excellence (Being Your Best)
Accountability (Taking PersonalResponsibility)
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