Technical Director, Device Engineer
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
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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**
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company founded in 1987. Together we deliver life-saving therapies to patients in need. With the commitment and drive you bring to the workplace every day, you will be part of a team that is changing the world and helping millions of people live healthier, more fulfilling lives. Our worldwide staff is a close community where you can see the tangible results of your contributions, where every individual matters, and everyone has a chance to enhance their skills through ongoing development. Our scientific focus has resulted in marketed products that are benefiting hundreds of thousands of people, a pipeline of late-stage drug candidates, and unmatched patient access programs to ensure medications are available to those who could otherwise not afford them. By joining Gilead, you will further our mission to address unmet medical needs and improve life by advancing the care of patients with life-threatening diseases.
Qualified candidates will focus on the development of parenteral combination products (e.g., auto-injectors, needle safety devices, reconstitution kits, etc.) lead device project teams, and serve as subject matter expert for commercial combination products. We are seeking a driven, motivated and detail oriented individual able to lead in a cross-functional team setting.
**Specific Job Responsibilities**
· Lead technical development of drug delivery devices from initial concept generation through commercialization.
· Oversee development and execution of technical evaluation plans and execution of experiments on-site as well as at contract sites.
· Contribute to regulatory filing content related to combination products (IND, NDA, etc.).
· Oversee technology transfer of combination product manufacturing to clinical and commercial manufacturing sites.
· Support device product quality investigations, CAPAs and change control activities.
· Effectively communicate ideas, project goals, and results to team members across functions and departments.
· Qualified candidates should be self-motivated and organized, knowledgeable of relevant scientific literature, passionate about scientific inquiry and investigation, proactive in identifying and addressing potential challenges, and collaborative in driving solutions.
**Required Education, Experience & Skills**
· A Bachelor’s Degree in chemical engineering, bioengineering, mechanical engineering, or a related scientific field and a minimum of twelve (12) years of relevant industry experience, OR a Master’s Degree in chemical engineering, bioengineering, mechanical engineering, or a related scientific field and a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant industry experience, OR a PhD Degree in chemical engineering, bioengineering, mechanical engineering, or a related scientific field and a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant industry experience.
· Experience with the development and commercialization of combination products.
· Experience leading combination product development projects is desired.
· Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
· Must be able to write clear, concise, and error-free documents.
· Must be able to exercise judgment within well-defined and established procedures and policies in order to determine and take appropriate action.
· Working knowledge of FDA and cGMP standards for combination products.
If this is not the right move for you now but remain interested in a career at Gilead Sciences please connect with us via our talent community: https://gilead.avature.net/Gilead
The salary range for this position is: $210,375.00 - $272,250.00. 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*.
For additional benefits information, visit:
https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing
* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
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Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.
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