Sr. Research Associate I - Method Validation Group

Sr. Research Associate I - Method Validation Group
United States - California - Foster City

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based bio-pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes 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.

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Job Description


Essential Duties and Job Functions:

• Write and execute study plans and validation protocols.
  
• Independently plans and executes that support research, development and GMP method validation activities.
  
• Execute laboratory techniques such as water content, dissolution, disintegration, LC, GC, DSC, particle size, XRPD, infrared and UV-Vis spectroscopy
  
• Review data to ensure compliance according to test methods, specifications, and protocols.
  
• Participate in user requirements, assessment and validation of 21 CFR Part 11 software and/or customized software plus authoring SOPs, User Manuals and Training Documentation.
  
• Apply knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) concepts.
  
• Author and revise test methods, technical reports, SOPs and relevant documents.
  
• Participate in meetings, present and interpret data.
  
• Conduct test analysis of drug substance and drug product samples based on written procedures.
  
• Work with Regulatory Affairs & Quality Assurance to ensure that all applicable FDA regulations are followed.
  

Knowledge and Skills:

• Previous experience conducting and analyzing data for analytical methods such as UPLC/HPLC, GC, Dissolution, KF titration, Particle Size Distribution, etc.
  
• Excellent technical and laboratory skills to execute analyses efficiently and reliably in GMP regulated analytical environments.
  
• Strong working knowledge of cGMP and quality control (QC).
  
• Knowledge in Lab information System and Part 11 software (e.g. Empower, Electronic Lab Notebook, SDMS and LIMS) to ensure data integrity rules are followed and documentation are in compliance.
  
• Knowledge in Compliance System (e.g. Trackwise and GVault)
  
• Demonstrates the ability to clearly and concisely present analysis results to different stakeholders.
  
• Biologics experience is a plus
  
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with people from a wide range of skill levels and experience.
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  

Education and Experience:

• BS or BA degree in Chemistry, Biology or relevant science majors with 2+ years or M.S. degree with 0 year of relevant experience in biotech/pharmaceutical experience
  

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