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Senior Director, R&D Project Management - Oncology

Employer
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Location
Foster City
Salary
See job description.
Closing date
Mar 31, 2021

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Discipline
Other, Science Policy
Position Type
Full Time
Job Type
President/CEO/Director/VP
Organization Type
All Industry, Pharma

 


Senior Director, R&D Project Management - Oncology
United States - California - Foster City

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based bio-pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients living with life-threatening diseases around the world. Gileads therapeutic areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer and inflammation, and serious respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.

Making an impact on a global scale
Inclusion is one of the companys five core values. Thats because we know that we are stronger and more innovative at Gilead when we are informed by a diverse set of backgrounds, experiences and points of view. Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative therapeutics in areas of unmet medical need. The company's mission is to advance the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases worldwide.

When you join Gilead, you join our mission to change the world by enabling people to live healthier and more fulfilling lives. Come join a mission-driven bio-pharmaceutical organization that values inclusion and diversity, has a strong portfolio of products, and is constantly #CreatingPossible


The Gilead R&D Project & Portfolio Management function has an opportunity available for a Senior Director, Project Management to manage highly complex/high-profile projects along with cross-functional program strategy and/or development project teams in the Oncology Therapeutic Area. This role also mentors, guides and provides development opportunities for a team of 3-5 Project Managers at various levels.

Key Responsibilities:

 

 

 

  • Works in partnership with Program Strategy leader and Development Project leaders to develop, gain approval, and execute on the project strategy.
  • Co-chairs timely, efficient, and action-oriented Development Project Team meetings and is responsible for coordinating team operations and communications.
  • Directs highly complex project communications and ensures that all project customers are fully informed and knowledgeable of project activities and their status.
  • Identifies and manages critical path activities and resources.
  • Organizes preparation of high-quality documents for review by governance committees in collaboration with the project team and represents the Development Project Team at Governance meetings, when needed.
  • Organizes Project Management support for various functional areas on the Project; attends sub-team meetings; organizes ad hoc working groups.
  • Organizes the formation of Project Teams and Request for Development (RFD) Teams with leadership of the functional areas, and guides transition of projects between development phases.
  • Manages RFD teams for late stage Research Projects and provides Project Management support for all RFD activities including the creation, editing and approval of the RFD document.
  • Co-leads the design, implementation, and update of life cycle development plans, which articulate the vision & strategy for asset maximization and Development Plans which define the scope of project team deliverables, ensuring Development Plans integrate TA/ disease area and molecule vision & strategy, with timing, scope and resources.
  • Provides leadership to the team and functional areas to anticipate and identify complex project issues which pose a challenge to achieving strategic goals; proposes and implements plans to resolve such issues and execute corrective actions.
  • Provides updated project documents and information for quarterly LE budget reviews, quarterly investor relations/Board updates and annual Portfolio Review.
  • May contribute to the research, and commercial project strategies.
  • May schedule, coordinate preparation for and manage TA governance meetings in partnership with TA head, ensuring pre-read content for Governance is appropriate with the required cross-functional input and fit with TA strategy.
  • May be responsible for developing and implementing continuous improvement and optimization initiatives across the department.
  • Leads, coaches and develops Project Managers at various career levels aligned with TA.
  • Ensures project work complies with established practices, policies and processes.

    Qualifications/Core Competencies:
     
  • Extensive knowledge of the drug development process and deep understanding of and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards of pharmaceutical project management.
  • Ability to partner with Development Project Team Leader and Program Strategy Leader to set vision and strategy for teams.
  • Proven track record of successfully managing large scale, global, complex transformational projects and programs.
  • Expertise in developing and managing project scope, deliverables, risks and resource requirements.
  • Strong leadership presence with the ability to translate strategy into action.
  • High degree of organizational awareness and understanding of change management.
  • Excellent analytical skills with an ability to summarize and present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
  • Outstanding verbal and written communications skills with the ability to effectively interact with all levels within the company.
  • Must be able to understand and communicate scientific and business elements associated with the therapeutic area(s) of assigned projects.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and understanding of team dynamics.
  • Ability to lead without authority, influence and motivate teams.
  • Ability to help teams anticipate, plan, and adapt to an evolving environment.
  • Ability to take accountability and empower individuals and teams to make effective decisions which are aligned with the company's vision, values and goals.
  • Ability to create an inclusive environment and lead empowered teams who operate with high standards of alignment, trust, accountability, expertise, transparency, and collaboration.
  • Strong coaching capabilities to mentor and develop staff.
  • Advanced knowledge and skill with Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel and other reporting and tracking tools.
  • Must be self-motivated and able to work under minimal and at times no supervision.

    Education/Experience:
     
  • Bachelor's degree and minimum 12+ years of relevant project management/scientific experience within the pharmaceutical industry; OR a MS or MBA and minimal 10+ years of relevant experience; OR a PhD in a scientific field or a PharmD, DVM or MD degree with 8+ years of relevant experience.
  • A scientific background is preferred. Therapeutic area knowledge is highly preferred.
  • Experience must include 8+ years of leading cross-functional project management activities within the pharmaceutical industry, building, managing and articulating comprehensive, complex, cross-functional plans. Project management experience within Development function is required.
  • Experience must include leadership in cross-functional project management activities across the broad spectrum of drug development.
  • PMP (Project Management Professional) or other PM certification or equivalent a plus.
     
  • Line management supervisory experience required.

    For jobs in the United States:
    As an equal opportunity employer, Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact careers@gilead.com for assistance.

    For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the EEO is the Law' poster.

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