Susmitha Sunkara

Susmitha Sunkara is a seasoned professional in quality assurance and control, currently serving as Sr. Director of Quality at Gilead Sciences since November 2015, following a progression from Director and Associate Director roles. Prior experience includes a tenure at Bayer HealthCare from 2002 to 2021, where Susmitha held various positions, including Senior Manager of Quality Assurance, managing significant quality projects, environmental monitoring labs, and microbiology testing laboratories. Susmitha's expertise encompasses managing regulatory compliance during inspections by agencies such as the FDA, EMEA, and Health Canada. Educational qualifications include a Master of Science in Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry from the University of Idaho and a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry from Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University.