Gilead Sciences, Inc. is hiring a Senior Manager, Project Management

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is looking for a Senior Manager, Project Management. You will act as the primary Project Manager for assigned projects, developing and managing plans to ensure deliverables meet timeline, budget, and quality standards. This role specifically serves as the Clinical Pharmacology Project Manager (CPPM), overseeing cross-functional subteams and leading submission working groups.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the Clinical Pharmacology Project Manager (CPPM), overseeing cross-functional Clinical Pharmacology Subteams to manage and execute Clinical Pharmacology strategies.
• Lead the cross-functional Clinical Pharmacology Submission Working Group to align with global filing strategy, developing timelines for NDA/BLA submissions.
• Manage and engage with cross-functional matrix teams from Clinical Pharmacology, Clinical Development, Biostatistics, Clinical Operations, and Regulatory Affairs.
• Manage specific Clinical Pharmacology deliverables like Protocol Concept Sheets, CSRs, PopPK datasets, eSubmission packages, and regulatory components.
• Support operational excellence by maintaining CPPM SharePoint sites, templates, best practices, and portfolio trackers.
• Drive progress of product and non-product development programs, applying project management standards for portfolio management.
• Lead moderately complex assignments, enabling multiple functions to achieve objectives within targeted timelines and resources.
• Advise cross-functional teams on best practices to achieve project goals.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across Development and Research, including Clinical Pharmacology Leads, Global Project Management, and DMPK.
• May manage external vendors or collaborators involved in assigned projects.
• Partner with colleagues across Global Development to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Manage task assignments and output quality for others supporting your projects, providing matrix management to multiple teams.
• Independently create and manage project plans, timelines, risks, budgets, and resources for assigned projects.
• Identify cross-project synergies to leverage efficiencies and lead moderately complex projects that enable Development initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• 8+ years relevant experience with a BA/BS, 6+ years with an MA/MS/MBA, or 1+ years with a PhD, PharmD, or equivalent.
• Multiple years of project management experience in the life sciences, including co-managing cross-functional project teams.
• Proven effectiveness in leading project teams within the life sciences domain.
• Comprehensive knowledge of full-cycle project management and end-to-end processes.
• Advanced proficiency in project management tools like SmartSheet, Timeline Pro, Planisware, Visio, and OnePager.
• A strong understanding of the drug development process, with expertise applicable to both large and small molecule projects.
• Ability to independently resolve project-related challenges and seek guidance when appropriate.
• Experience coaching and mentoring less experienced team members in problem-solving and project execution.

Nice to Have

• Experience with regulatory filings and Clinical Pharmacology.

Technical Stack

• SmartSheet, Timeline Pro, Planisware, Visio, OnePager

Team & Environment

You will provide matrix management to project teams and collaborate with cross-functional teams across Development and Research.

Benefits & Compensation

• Salary range: $169,320.00 - $219,120.00.
• Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• Paid time off.
• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives.

Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.