Director, Pathobiology

Gilead Sciences Inc.

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

This is a site based role at our global headquarters in Foster City, CA.

Pathologists in the research Pathobiology Department work in cross functional partnerships to meet drug development needs for discovery research, clinical biomarkers, reverse translation, and post marketing support. The primary focus of this position is to work with oncology and inflammation drug development programs to provide expertise on tissue-based endpoints, therapeutic target validation, preclinical models in the context of relevant human disease, and the applicability of emerging technologies to specific program needs.

Education

• MD or DVM with pathology residency training and specialty board certification
• PhD or research fellowship is highly desirable
• Previous industry experience is beneficial but not required

Knowledge, Experience and Skills

The successful candidate will have a strong pathology background, appropriate scientific training, strong formal and informal communication skills (oral and written), collaborative temperament, and willingness to learn and adapt in a rapidly evolving technical and regulatory environment. Familiarity with or interest in clinical biomarkers, reverse translational research, large molecule drug development, and/or digital pathology ML/AI is desirable. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to navigate open-ended problems are job requirements.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is: $226,185.00 - $292,710.00. 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*.

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.