Senior Research Associate, Analytical Operations

At Gilead were creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years weve 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 worlds biggest health challenges and our mission requires collaboration determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every member of Gileads 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 were looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.

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Job Description

AtGileadour pursuit of a healthier world for all people has yielded a cure for hepatitis C revolutionary improvements in HIV treatment and prevention as well as advancements in therapies for viral and inflammatory diseases and certain cancers.

We set and achieve bold ambitions in our fight against the worlds most devastating diseases united in our commitment to confronting the largest public health challenges of our day and improving the lives of patients for generations to a Senior Research Associate within Analytical Operations at Gilead you will help support expanded capacity for clinical OSD manufacturing.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct GMP testing for raw materials raw material intermediates in-process control and cleaning samples in support of pilot plant manufacturing

• Test method feasibility for drug product pilot plant cleaning samples

• Analyze samples using various analytical techniques such as Ultra-Performance Liquid Chromatography/High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (UPLC/HPLC) Gas Chromatography Ion Chromatography Dissolution Karl Fischer Differential Scanning Calorimetry Particle Size Distribution X-Ray Powder Diffraction UV-Vis spectroscopy etc.

• Participate in laboratory housekeeping activities and report any concerns to a laboratory lead and/or manager

• Perform verification and data review to ensure compliance to appropriate Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) test methods specifications and protocols

• Author/Review laboratory investigation records (issues and investigations) deviations and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA)

• Provide on-the-job training of analytical techniques or other Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) training to new hires or junior staff

• Write/Revise protocols methods SOPs reports etc.

• Lead projects and support cross-functional activities (e.g. instrument/system upgrade activities method validation etc.)

• Conduct GMP testing for release stability and method transfer for clinical drug substances and products.

• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert in analytical techniques or processes participate in working groups assess pharmacopeial changes and support internal audits and regulatory inspections as appropriate

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Chemistry Biology or related field and 2 years of experience OR

• Masters Degree in Chemistry Biology or related field with 0 industry experience

The salary range for this position is: $94945.00 - $122870.00. 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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