Senior Director, Quality Control (QC Head)
Gilead Sciences
June 26, 2026
On-site
La Verne, CA
Operations
Senior Director, Quality Control (QC Head) — La Verne, CA
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee all Quality Control functions at the La Verne site (analytical, microbiology, raw materials, in-process, drug substance, drug product, and stability) across small molecule and biologics.
- Define and execute the site QC strategy aligned with global quality and business objectives.
- Ensure QC supports commercial manufacturing, PPQ, technical transfers, and new product introductions.
- Ensure QC operations meet global GMP requirements and maintain continuous inspection readiness.
- Represent QC during regulatory inspections and audits; ensure compliance and data integrity.
- Build technical capabilities (analytical expertise, method lifecycle management, advanced technologies) and drive capability development (training, knowledge management, technical succession).
- Build and lead a high-performing QC organization; foster a quality culture (scientific rigor, continuous learning, collaboration, accountability).
- Contribute to QC network harmonization and global initiatives; adopt global QC policies and best practices.
- Embed Lean Laboratory principles to improve efficiency and throughput.
- Establish/monitor QC performance metrics (KPIs) and drive continuous improvement, digitalization, and automation.
- Partner cross-functionally (Manufacturing, MSAT, QA, Regulatory, Supply Chain) for aligned execution and reliable supply.
Knowledge:
- Experience supporting commercial manufacturing, PPQ, and technical transfers with robust analytical support.
- Experience leading global QC initiatives/network harmonization.
- Balance technical rigor, compliance, and business needs.
- People leadership and talent development.
- Cross-functional leadership and stakeholder engagement.
Required:
- Bachelor’s (14+ years) OR Master’s (12+ years) OR PhD (12+ years) in a scientific discipline with significant QC leadership in a GMP-regulated environment.
- Deep expertise in analytical sciences/QC for small molecule and biologics; sound science-based decisions.
- Proven experience building technically capable QC organizations.
- Knowledge of global GMP, inspection management, and data integrity (ALCOA+), including FDA/EMA/PMDA inspections.
- Demonstrated Lean Laboratory and continuous improvement mindset (optimization, digitalization, automation).
Preferred:
- MS or PhD (advanced degree) in a scientific discipline.
Application:
- For current Gilead employees and contractors, apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee all Quality Control functions at the La Verne site (analytical, microbiology, raw materials, in-process, drug substance, drug product, and stability) across small molecule and biologics.
- Define and execute the site QC strategy aligned with global quality and business objectives.
- Ensure QC supports commercial manufacturing, PPQ, technical transfers, and new product introductions.
- Ensure QC operations meet global GMP requirements and maintain continuous inspection readiness.
- Represent QC during regulatory inspections and audits; ensure compliance and data integrity.
- Build technical capabilities (analytical expertise, method lifecycle management, advanced technologies) and drive capability development (training, knowledge management, technical succession).
- Build and lead a high-performing QC organization; foster a quality culture (scientific rigor, continuous learning, collaboration, accountability).
- Contribute to QC network harmonization and global initiatives; adopt global QC policies and best practices.
- Embed Lean Laboratory principles to improve efficiency and throughput.
- Establish/monitor QC performance metrics (KPIs) and drive continuous improvement, digitalization, and automation.
- Partner cross-functionally (Manufacturing, MSAT, QA, Regulatory, Supply Chain) for aligned execution and reliable supply.
Knowledge:
- Experience supporting commercial manufacturing, PPQ, and technical transfers with robust analytical support.
- Experience leading global QC initiatives/network harmonization.
- Balance technical rigor, compliance, and business needs.
- People leadership and talent development.
- Cross-functional leadership and stakeholder engagement.
Required:
- Bachelor’s (14+ years) OR Master’s (12+ years) OR PhD (12+ years) in a scientific discipline with significant QC leadership in a GMP-regulated environment.
- Deep expertise in analytical sciences/QC for small molecule and biologics; sound science-based decisions.
- Proven experience building technically capable QC organizations.
- Knowledge of global GMP, inspection management, and data integrity (ALCOA+), including FDA/EMA/PMDA inspections.
- Demonstrated Lean Laboratory and continuous improvement mindset (optimization, digitalization, automation).
Preferred:
- MS or PhD (advanced degree) in a scientific discipline.
Application:
- For current Gilead employees and contractors, apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.