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
QC Chemist
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercialises innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients living with life-threatening diseases around the world. Gilead’s therapeutic areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer and inflammation, and serious respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.
The Position
QC Chemist in QC Commercial group supporting Bioanalytical\analytical testing supporting testing plans across multiple products. This is a pivotal role in terms of execution and delivery for the business and supporting test and release of priority lots. The role supports activities related to structured problem solving, technical support for laboratory investigations and support teams such as safety, 5S, Good lab practices and training.
Job duties include:
Supports testing of finished product across a variety of techniques for the solid oral dosage, sterile and biologic product portfolio.
Review of analytical data and documentation to ensure compliance to appropriate specifications and protocols.
Supports reviews and investigations for out- of trends/out–of specifications.
Participates in validation and commercial/developmental manufacturing activities
Troubleshoots standard instrumentation/test methods.
Coordinates waste management, LEAN/Operational excellence and 5S efforts as required.
Participate in QC and cross-functional projects as required.
Assists in the training of QC staff.
Writes and revises methods, specifications, and SOP’s as needed.
Knowledge, Experience and Skills:
Chromatographic separations experience in UPLC/HPLC and Empower
Technical writing (protocols, reports, procedures)
The ability to analyse data with a logical approach to problem solving and troubleshooting
Excellent spoken and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft office
Working knowledge of GMPs, GLPs, pharmacopoeial, and regulatory requirements for testing and validation pertaining to the pharmaceutical industry is required.
Education & Experience
BSc degree in analytical Biochemistry or equivalent.
Prior experience in pharmaceutical industry is preferred
Behaviours
Resilient profile with the ability to deliver in an ambiguous environment
Ability to engage and manage multiple stakeholders to achieve the objective
Curious with learning agility
Operationally excellent
Organised with systematic approach to prioritisation
Process orientated to achieve the business objective
Gilead Core Values
Integrity (always doing the right thing),Teamwork (collaborating in good faith),
Excellence (working at a high level of commitment and capability)
Accountability (taking personal responsibility).
Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity)
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
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