New · posted Oct 28
Gilead Sciences · Pharmaceuticals
Sr Director, Quality Control
- La Verne, CA
- On-site
- Full-time
- Director
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
What you need
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline and 14+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry, with significant leadership experience in Quality Control within a GMP-regulated environment required OR
- Masters degree in a scientific discipline and 12+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry, with significant leadership experience in Quality Control within a GMP-regulated environment required OR
- Recognized technical leader with deep expertise in analytical sciences and Quality Control across small molecule and biologics, and a demonstrated ability to make sound, science-based decisions in complex and ambiguous situations
- Proven experience building and leading strong, technically capable QC organizations, with a focus on developing scientific depth, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities across teams
- Strong knowledge of global GMP regulations, inspection management, and data integrity (ALCOA+), with a proven track record supporting regulatory inspections (FDA, EMA, PMDA)
- Demonstrated ability to drive Lean Laboratory principles and a continuous improvement mindset, including process optimization, digitalization, and automation to enhance lab efficiency and performance
Knowledge
- Experience providing strategic oversight for commercial manufacturing, PPQ, new product introduction, and method transfers, ensuring robust analytical capabilities across the product lifecycle
- Experience contributing to or leading global QC initiatives, network harmonization, and cross-site collaboration efforts, with an enterprise mindset
- Proven ability to balance technical rigor, compliance, and business needs, ensuring effective and timely decision-making
- Strong people leadership and talent development capabilities, including building high-performing teams, developing future leaders, and strengthening organizational capability
- Excellent cross-functional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at both site and executive levels
Preferrednice to have
- MS, PhD (advanced degree) in a scientific discipline preferred
The salary range for this position is: $221,000.00 - $286,000.00. 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
- QC Strategy & Operations
- Lead and oversee all Quality Control functions at the site, including analytical, microbiology, raw materials, in-process, drug substance, drug product, and stability programs across small molecule and biologics platforms
- Define and execute the site QC strategy, aligned with global quality and business objectives
- Ensure effective support of commercial manufacturing, PPQ, technical transfers, and new product introduction
- Ensure QC operations meet global GMP requirements and maintain a continuous state of inspection readiness
- Represent QC during regulatory inspections and audits, ensuring strong compliance and data integrity standards
- Technical Capability Strengthening & People Leadership
- Build and strengthen technical capabilities across the QC organization, including analytical expertise, method lifecycle management, and adoption of advanced technologies
- Establish and drive capability development strategies, including structured training, knowledge management, and technical succession planning
- Build, develop, and lead a high-performing QC organization with strong engagement and accountability
- Foster a quality culture emphasizing scientific rigor, continuous learning, collaboration, and accountability
- Ensure the organization is equipped to support evolving portfolio needs across small molecule and biologics
- Global Alignment, Lean Labs & Continuous Improvement
- Contribute to and lead QC network harmonization and global initiatives, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and practices
- Drive adoption of global QC policies, systems, and best practices at the site
- Partner with global QC leadership and cross-site teams to enable standardization and capability building
- Lead and embed Lean Laboratory principles to improve workflow efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance throughput
- Establish the strategic direction for QC technology, innovation, digitalization, automation, and continuous improvement
- Partner cross-functionally (Manufacturing, MSAT, QA, Regulatory, Supply Chain) to ensure aligned execution and reliable product supply
Pay
$221,000 – $286,000 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
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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 28% above the US median for Quality Control roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Director roles in California8 roles publishing pay
Director roles in the US25 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $221,000 | — | $286,000 |
| California (middle half) | $189,750 | $230,250 | $253,500 |
| All US (middle half) | $185,000 | $198,000 | $241,000 |
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 36 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Collaboration and leadership21
- GMP and compliance6
- Lab testing and methods6
- Quality systems and risk3
- Data and digital systems2
- Documentation and SOPs1
- Validation and qualification1
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
- 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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Sr Director, Quality Control at Gilead
Open until filled. $221K–$286K a year, employer provided.