Monique Austin
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Life science professional specializing in quality control for drug development and data analysis. Led innovative testing methods and strategic QC initiatives at Gilead Sciences, enhancing global quality and promoting diversity. Demonstrated expertise in regulatory compliance and project management, achieving a 20% reduction in costs through process optimization. Committed to aligning analytical insights with product development objectives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Microbiologist III - Pharmaceutical Development & Manufacturing
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Los Angeles, USA
09.2024 - Current
- Lead cross-functional projects integrating new testing methods into Gilead's global digital quality infrastructure.
- Serve as product owner for SharePoint and Jira-based asset tracking dashboards, enhancing global collaboration and reducing redundancy.
- Support analytical method transfers and pipeline expansion through collaboration with Analytical Development and Global Quality.
- Deliver executive-level insights and reports used to align strategic QC initiatives across global teams.
- Actively engage as a Global Cultural Awareness ERG board member, promoting diversity and employee engagement initiatives.
Quality Specialist I - Quality Control
Kite Pharma (A Gilead Company)
Santa Monica, USA
06.2022 - 09.2024
- Partnered with PMO to digitize quality templates and implement real-time reporting dashboards to improve visibility of key metrics.
- Coordinated with QA, PM, and process teams to streamline workflows for product release and analytical testing.
- Managed stakeholder meetings, CAPA reviews, and data analysis sessions to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
- Provided analytical summaries and insights that informed leadership decisions on cost, efficiency, and risk mitigation.
Biomanufacturing Scientist - Product Development
GenVivo, Inc.
Pasadena, USA
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Supported upstream process development for biologics, maintaining detailed documentation and regulatory alignment.
- Led data-driven process improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing efficiency and reduce costs.
- Collaborated with cross-departmental teams to ensure alignment with product development goals.
Research Associate II - Analytical Development
Enochian Biosciences
Los Angeles, USA
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Designed and executed preclinical analytical studies to support IND submissions for novel therapeutics.
- Conducted data analysis to optimize assay performance and translate results into actionable development insights.
- Partnered with CMC and R&D; teams to align preclinical outcomes with strategic product development objectives.
STEM Curriculum Lead & Educator
Hillel Hebrew Academy
Beverly Hills, USA
07.2018 - 05.2021
- Directed STEM initiatives integrating behavioral science and applied learning to drive engagement and performance.
- Utilized data analysis and A/B testing to refine curriculum and optimize student outcomes.
- Mentored educators on technology integration and collaborative teaching strategies.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - International Business Management
University of Arizona Global Campus
Arizona City, AZ03-2027
Bachelor of Science - Biology (Cell Biology)
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson06-2012
Skills
- Data analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Project management
- Quality control
- Cultural awareness
- Curriculum development
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Analytical thinking
- Study design
- Feasibility analysis
- Data management
- Research design
- Budget management
- SharePoint expertise
- Jira experience
- Document review
Timeline
Microbiologist III - Pharmaceutical Development & Manufacturing
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
09.2024 - Current
Quality Specialist I - Quality Control
Kite Pharma (A Gilead Company)
06.2022 - 09.2024
Biomanufacturing Scientist - Product Development
GenVivo, Inc.
09.2021 - 06.2022
Research Associate II - Analytical Development
Enochian Biosciences
04.2021 - 09.2021
STEM Curriculum Lead & Educator
Hillel Hebrew Academy
07.2018 - 05.2021
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - International Business Management
University of Arizona Global Campus
Bachelor of Science - Biology (Cell Biology)
California State University, Dominguez Hills