Sr QA Specialist

Gilead; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A biopharmaceutical company in Canada is seeking a Quality Assurance expert to oversee manufacturing operations and ensure compliance with GMP standards. The ideal candidate will have a degree in chemistry and several years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include supporting audits, managing documentation, and leading quality improvement initiatives. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role, along with excellent communication abilities.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in a GMP environment with a Bachelor's degree.
• 4+ years of experience in a GMP environment with a Master's degree.
• Knowledge of GMP regulations, including ICH Q2, Q7, Q9, Q10.

Responsibilities

• Apply critical thinking to address complex manufacturing challenges.
• Provide QA oversight during manufacturing operations.
• Support internal and external audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field

Master's degree in chemistry or related field

PhD in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Quality Risk Management tools

Statistical quality improvement tools

Job description

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. 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.

Every 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.

We 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.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Apply critical thinking and risk-based judgment to address routine and complex manufacturing challenges, and ensuring continuous improvement.
• Review and approve documentation and records related to drug substance manufacturing activities, including batch records, materials management, cleaning, and analytical data.
• Provide support for manufacturing investigations, including deviations, CAPAs, and change controls associated with production processes.
• Participate in authoring, reviewing, and approving SOPs, forms, and controlled documents to ensure compliance with GMP requirements.
• Provide QA oversight during manufacturing operations and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues promptly.
• Support internal and external audits, inspection readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives at the site.
• Actively participates in Quality System improvement and harmonization activities, including electronic system implementation.
• Engage in Quality Risk Management activities to assess and mitigate risks in site operations.
• Provides guidance and mentorship to others in the Quality group.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in chemistry, or a related field, and 6+ years of relevant experience in a GMP environment OR
• Masters degree in chemistry, or a related field, and 4+ years of relevant experience in a GMP environment OR
• PhD degree in Chemistry, or related field, with O+ years of experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree preferred
• Experience working in a GMP environment an asset.
• Must be able to think critically and creatively, solve routine to complex problems, work independently, and have strong organizational and planning skills.
• Experience with analytical method development, verification, validation and transfer
• Knowledge of GMP regulations, including ICH Q2, Q7, Q9, Q10 is preferred.
• Experience across broad areas of Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control Systems is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, coach and mentor employees is an advantage.
• Experience in Quality Risk Management activities is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, DMAIC methodology, risk management tools, and/or quality improvement statistical tools would be an asset.

For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors

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