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Senior Scientist – Quality Control Biologics – Microbiology

Senior Scientist – Quality Control Biologics – Microbiology

CompanyGilead Sciences
LocationSan Mateo, CA, USA
Salary$157590 – $203940
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, PhD
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • 8+ Years experience with BS
  • 6+ Years with MS
  • 2+ Years PhD in Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field
  • Preferred 2+ years of relevant experience in a Microbiology Lab environment
  • Deep knowledge and experience in Biopharmaceutical or Pharmaceutical quality control
  • Strong organizational and planning skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Collaborative interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Provide support for strategic leadership and oversight of daily microbiological operations
  • Contribute to monitoring QC test method execution and microbiological lifecycle management
  • Accountable for refining QC procedures across Gilead’s small molecule and biologics manufacturing network
  • Manage clinical and commercial microbiological sample shipping and testing logistics and data entry from CTLs/CMOs into Gilead’s LIMS

Preferred Qualifications

  • 2+ years of relevant experience in a Microbiology Lab environment, including knowledge of microbiological testing
  • Experience with aseptic processing, including sterile liquid handling and manipulation
  • Familiarity with microbiology laboratory instrumentation and environmental monitoring