Gilead Sciences Inc

Assoc Director, Clinical Operations

Gilead Sciences Inc • $177K — $230K *
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Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 10 years of experience, Master's with 8 years, or PhD/PharmD with 2 years in a relevant field.
  • 3+ years of experience specifically in oncology clinical trials, particularly in Phase 1 first-in-human (FIH) studies.
  • Minimum of 6 years in cross-functional study management or leadership within the life sciences sector.
  • Demonstrated expertise in developing requests for proposals (RFPs) and managing contract research organizations (CROs).
  • Proven track record in managing clinical studies within budgets and timelines, including creating clinical study documentation.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic input into clinical programs and ensure effective communication among team members.
  • Lead the management of clinical trials, offering guidance and oversight throughout the process.
  • Oversee the operational and financial aspects of assigned clinical programs to ensure success.
  • Develop and manage clinical trial protocols to ensure adherence to budget and timelines.
  • Set and manage the strategic vision for clinical trials in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Select and manage CROs and vendors, including leading the RFP process.
  • Support the Clinical Development Program by contributing to the Clinical Sub-Team and engaging with the Global Development Team, as needed.

Benefits

  • Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • Paid time off and eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus.
  • Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives available depending on role.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provides input into strategic and operational short- and long-range therapeutic area / functional area plans as appropriate, including supporting alignment and communications to other team members upon implementation.
  • Provides leadership, guidance, oversight and therapeutic expertise for the successful management of all aspects of clinical trials.
  • Responsible for the strategic, operational and financial oversight of assigned program(s).
  • Develops, implements, manages and ensures completion of clinical trials within designated budgets and timelines.
  • Sets the strategic vision for assigned clinical trials / programs by working cross-functionally with all relevant stakeholders.
  • Assesses, on-boards and manages contract research organizations (CROs) and other vendors to ensure success of assigned trials / programs, including requests for proposals (RFPs) and selection processes.
  • Contributes to the strategic implementation of Clinical Development Program(s) for specific programs as a member of the Clinical Sub-Team and may sit on the Global Development Team, dependent upon the program's priority and breadth.
  • Leads cross-functional Study Management Teams (SMTs) and influences all relevant stakeholders.
  • Performs strategic analysis of project status and issues; ensuring robust risk mitigation strategies are in place.
  • Anticipates complex obstacles and implements solutions to achieve project goals.
  • Solves problems relating to national and international regulations, guidelines and investigator interactions.
  • Keeps all stakeholders appropriately and timeously advised on all aspects of project status and any issues.
  • Uses all available tools to track, oversee and communicate on program status to all key stakeholders.
  • Contributes leadership input into all study-related documentation, including study protocols.
  • Responsible for Clinical Operations activities conducted by the affiliate that are required by local regulations and/or usual practice to support clinical trials.
  • Initiates, authors or otherwise contributes to standard operating procedure (SOP) development, implementation and training.
  • Ensures team's work complies with established practices, policies and processes, and any regulatory or other requirements.
  • People Leader Path: Hires, develops and retains diverse top talent on the team. Sets clear expectations for the team and individuals direct reports. Coaches direct reports on their performance, development and career interests. May play a central role in developing other people leaders


Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and Ten Years' Experience

OR

Masters' Degree and Eight Years' Experience

OR

PhD/PharmD and 2 Years' Experience

Preferred qualifications:
  • Prior oncology clinical trials experience with at least 3+ years' experience in the design and delivery of Phase 1 first-in-human (FIH) oncology clinical trials.
  • Relevant clinical or related experience in life science
  • Typically has a minimum of 6 years' cross-functional study management or related leadership experience in life sciences, including multiple years' experience managing study management or project teams.
  • Experience developing RFPs and selection and management of CROs or other vendors.
  • Proven ability to successfully manage clinical studies within designated program budgets and timelines, including significant expertise in authoring clinical study and regulatory documentation and SOPs.


The salary range for this position is: $177,905.00 - $230,230.00. 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.

About Gilead Sciences Inc

Gilead Sciences is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet need. With each new discovery and experimental drug candidate, they seek to improve the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases. Gilead's primary areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver disease, and serious cardiovascular and respiratory conditions.

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Learn more about Gilead Sciences Inc
Size
14,400 employees
Market Cap
$107.2 billion
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Net Income
$123 million
Founded
1987
5 Year Trend
-2.1%
Revenue
$24.6 billion
NASDAQ
GILD
* Ladders Estimates

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