Sr Director, Nonclinical Safety

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Hiring Remotely in United States
Remote
238K-307K Annually
Senior level
Biotech
The Role
Leads nonclinical safety and toxicologic pathology activities for pharmaceutical R&D, including screening, IND-enabling, and development studies across rodent and non-rodent species. Supports drug development teams, regulatory interactions and submissions, issue resolution, pathology laboratory technologies, assay development, biomarker research, and data interpretation. Mentors and motivates teams while providing authoritative scientific guidance across matrix and line organizations.
Summary Generated by Built In

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
 

Minimum Qualifications: DVM or MD, with a PhD in a relevant biological discipline with 8+ years of relevant experience Recognized board certification in anatomic pathology At least 5+ years of toxicologic pathology experience in a pharmaceutical R&D environment, including screening, IND-enabling and development studies in rodent and non-rodent species Demonstrated issue-resolution experience High level of understanding of the drug discovery, development and regulatory process, including experience working directly on drug development project teams and Regulatory Authority interactions and submissions Demonstrated innovative, flexible and critical thinking applied to R&D pathobiology Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills Able to project opinions and knowledge with confidence, authority, respect and diplomacy when interacting with all levels of Gilead colleagues and external partners Excellent leadership and delegation skills demonstrated by successfully mentoring and motivating people in a matrix and/or line organization Working knowledge of modern pathology laboratory technologies, including assay development, application and interpretation Preferred Qualifications: Experience of translational/clinical biomarker and/or research pathology in a pharmaceutical R&D environment. Experience of molecular pathology assay development (IHC, ISH, RNASeq, qPCR, LCM), data integration and analysis, image analysis and interpretation.


 

The salary range for this position is: $237,575.00 - $307,450.00. 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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For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster.

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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. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the  legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law.
 

Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.

Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.


For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:

Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.

Skills Required

  • DVM or MD with a PhD in a relevant biological discipline
  • At least 8 years of relevant experience
  • Recognized board certification in anatomic pathology
  • At least 5 years of toxicologic pathology experience in a pharmaceutical R&D environment
  • Experience with screening, IND-enabling, and development studies in rodent and non-rodent species
  • Issue-resolution experience
  • Understanding of drug discovery, development, and regulatory processes
  • Experience working on drug development project teams and with Regulatory Authority interactions and submissions
  • Innovative, flexible, and critical thinking applied to R&D pathobiology
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to communicate opinions and knowledge confidently, authoritatively, respectfully, and diplomatically
  • Leadership and delegation skills, including mentoring and motivating employees in matrix or line organizations
  • Working knowledge of modern pathology laboratory technologies, assay development, application, and interpretation
  • Experience with translational or clinical biomarkers and/or research pathology in pharmaceutical R&D
  • Experience with molecular pathology assay development, including IHC, ISH, RNASeq, qPCR, and LCM
  • Experience with data integration, data analysis, image analysis, and interpretation

Gilead Sciences Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Gilead Sciences and has not been reviewed or approved by Gilead Sciences.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive and fair relative to roles, frequently cited as a standout strength. Feedback suggests compensation compares well within biotech and is a notable reason employees feel valued.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Stock awards and an employee stock purchase program are consistently described as meaningful parts of total compensation. Equity components are seen as accessible and enhance long‑term wealth building.
  • Retirement Support — A strong company 401(k) match with immediate vesting is often singled out as a differentiator. This support is perceived to significantly boost long‑term financial security.

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The Company
HQ: Foster City, CA
14,337 Employees
Year Founded: 1987

What We Do

The way we see it, the impossible is not impossible. It’s simply what hasn’t been achieved yet. For more than 30 years, we’ve pursued it, chased it down, tackled it for answers and surrounded it for a way in. We have worked tirelessly to bring forward medicines for life-threatening diseases. Creating Possible drives everything we do. It’s evident in our mission and core values. This is how we built a culture of excellence that is fueled by a passion for improving lives of people around the world. For us, nothing is impossible – because of the people we work with, the communities we stand with and the partners we push forward with. Our ~12,000 employees band together through science, grit, compassion and courage to prove the impossible wrong. At Gilead, the tangible results of your contributions are evident. Where every individual matters. Where all employees can enhance their skills through ongoing development. And where we start every day with one question: “What’s next?” Social Media Guidelines: https://gilead.inc/3t1m7d5

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