Director, Product Quality Small Molecule

Gilead Sciences Inc.; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 191,000 - 248,000; Full time

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Job summary

Gilead Sciences Inc. is seeking a senior quality leader to drive product quality strategies across the development-to-launch lifecycle. You will lead cross-functional teams in a matrix environment to ensure patient-focused quality and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes risk-based evaluation, scientific rigor, and collaboration with regulatory agencies to support global filings and product launches. A strong track record in product quality is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality leadership on cross-functional teams in a matrix environment and drive data-driven decisions.
• Lead Product Quality Team (PQT) activities to align product quality strategy across the lifecycle.
• Develop control strategies, including in-process controls and specifications, to ensure quality and compliance.
• Author and approve regulatory filings and support responses to health authority questions.
• Ensure inspection readiness, including PAI/PLI preparation and effective cross-functional communication.

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

• Provide quality leadership on cross-functional teams in a matrix environment, driving alignment and decision making, performing a scientifically sound and risk-based evaluation of process and product quality data, and developing patient-oriented strategies
• Execute/drive product strategies through in-depth quality and scientific knowledge related to product development, technology transfers, global regulatory filing strategies, analytical methods, stability, drug substance and drug product specifications and In-Process Controls (IPCs)
• Lead Product Quality Team (PQT) activities to align product quality strategy, priorities, and deliverables across the product lifecycle.
• Through the product quality risk register, drive identification, assessment, and mitigation of product quality risks using a science- and risk-based approach.
• Monitor and review cross-functional process and product data to identify trends and ensure quality and compliance risks are proactively addressed and escalated, as needed.
• Lead the development of control strategies, including in-process controls, starting material, drug substance and drug product specifications, stability strategy, and comparability approaches.
• Author and approve regulatory filings associated with product quality and support responses to health authority questions.
• Provide cross-functional guidance to align product quality strategy across development, manufacturing, analytical, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Assess product quality impact for changes, deviations, and events, and ensure appropriate implementation plans are developed.
• Support drug substance and drug product technology transfer and new product launches.
• Ensure inspection readiness, including PAI/PLI preparation through participation as a product expert.
• Apply science- and risk-based evaluation to complex issues and develop practical, patient-focused solutions that balance quality, regulatory expectations, and business needs.
• Communicate complex quality and technical information clearly to leadership, cross-functional teams, and regulatory agencies.
• Act as delegate to the Senior Director, Product Quality Heads, as needed

The salary range for this position is: $191,250.00 - $247,500.00. 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: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

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

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