New · posted Oct 28
Gilead Sciences · Biotechnology
Senior Associate Scientist, External Quality Analytical Oversight
- Foster City, CA
- On-site
- Full-time
- Senior & Principal
The role
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
At Gilead our 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 world’s 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 come. As a Senior Associate Scientist, you will contribute to QC procedures across Gilead’s commercial manufacturing network, ensuring global cGMP compliance. The Associate Scientist collaborates with cross-functional teams, fosters a culture of continuous improvement, and supports the QC team for timely project completion and regulatory compliance.
This is a site-based position (up to 5x a week) in Foster City, CA.
Focus Areas
- Perform review of external QC laboratory data for commercial release and stability testing, including contract testing laboratory (CTL) Certificates of Analysis (CoA), stability reports, and supporting documentation, in accordance with Gilead procedures for oversight of contract laboratory data.
- Perform data-based review of CTL raw data packages, including verification of method conditions, sample and standard preparation, reference standard use, system suitability, representative chromatograms, and calculation accuracy; support Level 3 on-site data reviews as assigned.
- Use lab information management system (LIMS) to verify accurate transcription of results against CTL documents and specifications, complete test- and sample-level review and authorization, review audit trails, and generate provisional CoAs, Stability Summary Reports, and Analytical Reports.
- Use electronic documentation management system to retrieve, review, and accept CTL CoAs, stability reports, raw data packages, specifications, and test methods; maintain document metadata and workflows and document data review findings and discrepancies.
- Partner with QC Leads, CTLs, and QA to resolve data discrepancies, request and track CTL corrections, and ensure data review is completed within required turnaround times.
- Identify, document, and escalate data review findings, including atypical results, trends, and data integrity or ALCOA++ concerns; support related laboratory investigations (OOS/OOT/OOE), deviations, and CAPAs.
- Compile and report QC data-related metrics, maintain review and batch release trackers, and communicate status, turnaround times, and outstanding issues.
- Coordinate SAP specification authoring and updates with designated authors and QC stakeholders, tracking completion and confirming alignment with approved specifications.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of data review processes and electronic system workflows, including authoring or revising SOPs, work instructions, and job aids and supporting system changes and user testing.
What you need
Two ways to qualify
Bachelor’s
+ 5+ years of experience
BS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience OR
- or
Master’s
+ 3+ years of experience
MS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field with 3+ years of relevant experience
Experience
You have:
- Experience with Commercial Quality Control, analytical development, or a related laboratory environment.
- Working knowledge of GMP principles, data integrity expectation of lab data, and applicable procedures and standards in the US and internationally.
- Must be able to develop and improve complex concepts, techniques, and standards and new applications based on quality principles and theories.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and influence Quality Control testing at contract laboratory facilities and ensure alignment with Gilead’s GMP policies.
- Demonstrated the ability to influence process and outcomes across functions.
- Knowledge and experience in commercial quality control.
- Stays ahead of shifting trends in industry.
- Ability to think critically, analyze information, and work independently on defined assignments while seeking guidance when needed.
- Strong organizational, planning, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and a collaborative working style.
Leader Accountabilities
- Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling 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, and organizational objectives, and holding them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.
The salary range for this position is: $117,895.00 - $152,570.00. 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*.
What you'll do
The Senior Associate Scientist in External Quality Analytical Oversight role supports external commercial QC through hands-on execution of activities and processes related to data review, documentation, method lifecycle support, and continuous improvement. Working within established procedures and with guidance from senior colleagues, the role helps ensure accurate, timely, and compliant QC deliverables.
Pay
$117,895 – $152,570 a year
Employer providedFor additional benefits information, visit:
* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
Where you'll work
Foster City, CAOn-siteOpen in Maps (opens in a new tab)
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Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · October 28, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 42% above the US median for Quality Control roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Senior & Principal roles in California8 roles publishing pay
Senior & Principal roles in the US61 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $117,895 | — | $152,570 |
| California (middle half) | $95,500 | $120,500 | $145,125 |
| All US (middle half) | $78,500 | $95,500 | $115,500 |
This role: Gilead Sciences's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Quality Control roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 28, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Quality Control
The general path across 341 open Quality Control roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not Gilead's own promotion track.
Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 34 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Collaboration and leadership16
- Documentation and SOPs11
- Lab testing and methods9
- Data and digital systems6
- GMP and compliance4
- Quality systems and risk3
- Investigations and CAPA1
Regulatory intelligence
The rules behind this role
Frameworks and standards this posting's work falls under, matched from its own words, each linked to the official source.
- FDA21 CFR Parts 210 and 211(official source, opens in a new tab)FDA current good manufacturing practice for finished pharmaceuticals
- FDAFDA data integrity guidance(official source, opens in a new tab)Data Integrity and Compliance With Drug CGMP: Questions and Answers
- FDAFDA OOS guidance(official source, opens in a new tab)Investigating Out-of-Specification (OOS) Test Results for Pharmaceutical Production
- ICHICH quality guidelines(official source, opens in a new tab)Q1 stability, Q2(R2) analytical validation, Q7, Q9 risk management, Q10 quality systems
Company hiring pulse
Gilead on Regulatory Jobs
- 48
- Open roles
- 44
- Distinct roles
- 7
- Locations
By discipline
- Quality36 75%
- Regulatory12 25%
By level
- Director22 46%
- Manager11 23%
- Senior & Principal11 23%
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Senior Associate Scientist, External Quality Analytical Oversight at Gilead
Open until filled. $118K–$153K a year, employer provided.