Senior QC Scientist — Analytical Leadership

Gilead Sciences Inc.; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilead Sciences Inc. in Foster City, CA is seeking a Senior Scientist, Quality Control to lead analytical oversight across products and lifecycle stages.

You will guide QC testing strategies, ensure GMP compliance, and partner with Manufacturing, Regulatory, and QA to uphold product quality. Your experience in Commercial QC, GMP principles, and ability to translate complex data into robust quality decisions will drive continuous improvement and regulatory readiness.

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field with 2+ years (PhD 2+; MS 6+; BS 8+ years) of relevant QC experience.
• Deep knowledge of GMP principles and QA concepts in US and international contexts.
• Experience developing and applying analytical methods and QC testing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary QC representative for assigned products, providing QC leadership and analytical SME across sub-teams and cross-functional forums.
• Provide end-to-end QC oversight for assigned products, coordinating QC activities across manufacturing, testing, analytical methods, stability, regulatory submissions, and lifecycle activities.
• Lead oversight of contract testing laboratory activities, including testing execution, GMP sample shipment, investigations and deviations, change controls, and issue resolution.

Skills

Quality Control

GMP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership potential

Education

BS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field

MS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field

PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field

Job description

Gilead Sciences Inc. in Foster City, CA is seeking a Senior Scientist, Quality Control to lead analytical oversight across products and lifecycle stages.

You will guide QC testing strategies, ensure GMP compliance, and partner with Manufacturing, Regulatory, and QA to uphold product quality. Your experience in Commercial QC, GMP principles, and ability to translate complex data into robust quality decisions will drive continuous improvement and regulatory readiness.