Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences

Associate Director Packaging Development

United States - California - Foster City · Director

Sponsorship not specified$182k-$236kDetected 67 days ago
Project ManagementMechanical DesignGMPFDA RegulatoryLeadershipCollaborationMentoringRegulatory Affairs

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About the role

  • This role will shape and define combination product packaging processes and establish the governance and operating framework for Packaging Engineering across the combination product ecosystem.
  • The Associate Director will serve as the primary Packaging Engineering representative within the combination product ecosystem, driving cross-functional alignment and resolution of complex technical and organizational issues.
  • This is an on-site role, located at Gilead headquarters in Foster City, California.

Responsibilities

  • We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.
  • Develop and maintain governance, roles, responsibilities, and decision-making processes that define interfaces between Packaging Engineering, Device Engineering, Device Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and other key stakeholders.
  • Define and continuously improve the operating model, workflows, and best practices that support effective execution and cross-functional collaboration across combination product, biologics, and pharmaceutical development programs.
  • Technical Leadership Lead resolution of complex issues involving Packaging Engineering and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Provide technical leadership during design reviews, risk assessments, change management activities, and governance forums.
  • Lead or support design control activities, ensuring packaging requirements are appropriately incorporated into design, risk management, verification, validation, and change management processes.
  • Program Execution Lead packaging development, qualification, and commercialization activities for assigned combination product, biologics, and OSD programs.
  • Assess packaging manufacturing networks, identify capability gaps, and develop strategies to support future portfolio needs.
  • Identify, evaluate, and manage CMOs and external advisors.
  • Cross-Functional Integration Collaborate with Human Factors Engineering and Human-Centered Design to ensure packaging is integrated into the overall product system.

Requirements

  • Knowledge Excellent technical knowledge of packaging engineering, package development, qualification, and commercialization methodologies is required.
  • Experience leading combination product packaging development programs is required.
  • Strong understanding of design controls, risk management, change control, and the interfaces between pharmaceutical and device quality systems.
  • Experience with traditional pharmaceutical packaging (e.g., OSD) is desirable.
  • Strong computer, organizational, and project management skills are required.
  • The role operates with a high degree of independence, provides technical mentorship to other engineers, and helps define the long-term operating model for Packaging Engineering within the combination product ecosystem.
  • Advanced degree(s) with commensurate industry experience is also considered.
  • Prior experience in a cGMP-related industry is required.

Compensation

  • $182,070.00 - $235,620.00.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT Gilead Sciences will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

Benefits

  • include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.
  • 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.

Company info

  • At Gilead, we're creating a healthier world for all people.
  • 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.
  • 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.
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