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1010 Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Sr Director, Analytical Operations
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What they do
A Director of Operations is responsible for the day-to-day operations of a company or organization. Plans, organizes, directs and evaluates delivery of goods and services. Supervises staff, oversee projects and daily work activities. May have responsibility for managing supplies and materials, budgets or customer relations; may serve as liaison to senior management.
$164,338 / year median in California
+8% projected growth
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.
Responsibilities:
Provide leadership to a group of analytical development scientists Mentor and guide scientists in their roles Oversee budgeting for capital equipment Set clear expectations and prioritization of work packages Manage workload and resources effectively Accountable for: Leading extended characterization studies, including those that employ mass spectrometry and other biophysical techniques Define and implement phase-appropriate analytical comparability strategies for pivotal and post-approval manufacturing changes, including risk assessment, study design, assessment criteria, data interpretation, and regulatory justification Building patient-centric considerations into overall control strategies- particularly as it pertains to identifying and assessing CQAs based on clinical relevance and product risk. Establish and maintain a state-of-the-art analytical laboratory
- Guide the authoring, review and approval of CMC sections in regulatory filings, and support interactions with health agencies
- Collaborate across Gilead Pharmaceutical Development & Manufacturing (PDM) and partner with Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, CMC Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Development and Technical Development to ensure timely delivery and successful commercialization of the late-stage Biologics portfolio
- Exhibit comprehensive knowledge of cGMP practices and requirements
- Act as a key member of the Analytical Development leadership team to shape late-stage development strategies
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge in key analytical CMC strategic areas including CQAs, separations methods, method bridging, reference standards, comparability, and specifications
- Drive adoption of novel and state-of-the-art analytical technologies and approaches
- Set organizational goals that align with broader objectives while balancing immediate and long-term priorities
- Recruit, hire, and mentor talent to help cultivate a world class Biologics AD organization
Qualifications:
Ph.D. with 12+ years or M.S. with 15+ years in Analytical Chemistry or related fields of industrial experience in biologics analytical development with people leader accountabilities. Extensive experience with analytical method development and control strategies of biologics products. Well-versed in the application of mass spectrometry, biophysical techniques and separation methods commonly used for biologics structural characterization Subject matter expert in establishing comprehensive control strategies for biologics products Well-versed in high throughput assay methodologies, including automation Well versed in FDA and ICH guidelines relating to registration, quality, and compliance concerning drug substance and drug product. Proven track record in drafting and defending regulatory documentation at all stages, including IND, BLA, and PAS filings. Demonstrated ability to build strong collaborations with other CMC functions. Strong business acumen, with ability to balance resource, budgets, and program milestones. Working knowledge of computer validation, data governance, data science, knowledge management and data protection. Leadership qualities of the successful candidate include the following: collaboration, building and developing high performing teams, accountability, cross functional engagement and influence, program management, and strategic vision. Ability to build high performing teams and to set clear and measurable goals for staff and prioritize projects and resources. Create Inclusion- knowing the business value of diverse teams, modelling inclusion and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams. Develop Talent
- understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and realize their purpose. Empower Teams
- connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, organizational objectives and holding to account.
- $314,600.
- . 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.