Principal Scientist, Analytical Ops

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Job Description

Gilead's mission is to discover, develop, and deliver therapies that will improve the lives of patients with life-threatening illnesses

worldwide.

The Principal Scientist in Biologics Analytical Development (Pivotal and Commercial) will be responsible for leading analytical development activities encompassing analytical project leadership and development of analytical methods. Additionally, they will be for responsible for ensuring that product quality targets and specifications are established for the projects they lead based on robust patient-centric considerations throughout pivotal development. Through these activities they will play an instrumental role in ensuring successful regulatory filing strategies.

Responsibilities :

Provide leadership to a group of analytical development scientists

o Mentor and guide scientists in their roles

o Set clear expectations and prioritization of work packages

o Manage workload and resources effectively

Accountable for:

o Developing analytical control strategies for drug substance and drug product, ensuring patient-centric considerations are incorporated

o Development of robust analytical methods for drug substance and drug product appropriate for pivotal and commercial programs.

o Design and execution of scientifically sound and regulatory compliant method bridging strategies

o Serve as an author and reviewer of CMC sections in regulatory filings, and support interactions with health agencies

o Collaborate across Gilead Pharmaceutical Development & Manufacturing (PDM) and partner with Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, CMC Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Development and Technical Development to ensure timely delivery and successful commercialization of the late-stage Biologics portfolio

o Exhibit comprehensive knowledge of cGMP practices and requirements

o Act as a key member of the extended Analytical Development leadership team to shape late-stage development strategies

o Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge in key analytical CMC strategic areas including CQAs, separations methods, method bridging, reference standard, comparability, and specifications

o Drive for the adoption of novel and state-of-the-art analytical technologies and approaches

o Mange and mentor talent to help cultivate a world class Biologics AD organization

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and Ten Years' Experience

OR

Masters' Degree and Eight Years' Experience

OR

PhD and Five Years' Experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D. with 5+ years or M.S. with 9+ years or B.S. with a minimum of 11+ years in Analytical Chemistry or related fields of industrial experience in biologics analytical development.

Extensive experience with analytical method development and control strategies of biologics products.

Well versed in separation techniques (e.g. UHPLC, CE-SDS, iCIEF, CEX) commonly used for biologics analytical development

Subject matter expert in establishing comprehensive control strategies for biologics products

Expertise in the development/qualification of various assays, including for purity and process related impurities

Well versed in FDA and ICH guidelines relating to registration, quality, and compliance concerning drug substance and drug product.

Proven track record in drafting regulatory documentation at all stages, including IND, BLA, and PAS filings.

Demonstrated ability of building strong collaborations with other CMC functions.

Leadership qualities of the successful candidate include the following: collaboration, building and developing high performing teams, accountability, cross functional engagement and influence, program management. Ability to build high performing teams and to set clear and measurable goals for staff and prioritize projects and resources.

People Leader Accountabilities:

Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the

way they manage their teams.

Develop 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.

Empower 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.

The salary range for this position is: $195,670.00 - $253,220.00. 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*.

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* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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