Director, Ethics & Compliance Investigations

Gilead Sciences seeks a Director of Ethics & Compliance Investigations to lead internal investigations into alleged misconduct, including fraud, conflicts of interest, and regulatory violations. The role combines investigative leadership with mentorship, requiring high emotional intelligence, enterprise perspective, and commitment to promoting ethical culture across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end investigations of alleged misconduct including fraud, conflicts of interest, and compliance violations
• Conduct interviews, review documentation, and develop documented findings with recommendations
• Partner with Legal, Employee Relations, Corporate Security, and Internal Audit to coordinate investigations
• Support hotline function through process improvements, metrics development, and trend reporting
• Mentor junior investigators and promote organizational culture of ethics and compliance

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 12 years of experience, or Master's degree and 10 years, or PhD and 10 years
• Experience conducting or managing internal investigations in corporate, legal, or government enforcement settings
• Knowledge of Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, False Claims Act, and OIG/DOJ guidance
• Strong interviewing, analytical, and report-writing skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead sensitive investigations with discretion and professionalism
• JD or other advanced degree preferred
• Healthcare, biotech, or life sciences industry experience preferred