Executive Director, Clinical Development (MD), Inflammation and Immunology

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 At Gilead our pursuit of a healthier world for all people has yielded a cure for hepatitis C, revolutionary improvements in HIV treatment and prevention as well as advancements in therapies for viral and inflammatory diseases and certain cancers. We set and achieve bold ambitions in our fight against the world’s most devastating diseases, united in our commitment to confronting the largest public health challenges of our day and improving the lives of patients for generations to come.As an Executive Director, Clinical Development (Inflammation & Immunology), at Gilead you will lead the clinical development vision and strategy for a complex asset or portfolio within Inflammation and Immunology, including programs entering Phase 3 alongside early-phase indications. You will define how clinical evidence supports regulatory approval and long-term lifecycle value.Own development of the Target Product Profile (TPP) and Clinical Development Plan (CDP)Shape strategic decisions across multiple indications and disease areasEnsure alignment between clinical strategy, regulatory objectives, and portfolio prioritiesLead Cross-Functional Execution at ScaleYou will operate as a Development and Evidence Team Lead (DETL), or oversee DETLs, driving execution across a highly matrixed organization.Direct cross-functional teams spanning clinical, regulatory, safety, biometrics, and medical affairsPartner closely with internal governance bodies and enterprise leadershipEnsure delivery of key milestones across study design, execution, and reportingOversee End-to-End Clinical Trial DeliveryYou will be accountable for the successful design, conduct, and reporting of clinical trials across the asset lifecycle.Provide leadership for protocol design, study oversight, and medical monitoringEnsure high-quality evidence generation aligned with registrational requirementsOversee data review, interpretation, and communication of resultsRepresent the Program Externally and with RegulatorsYou will serve as a senior scientific leader and primary clinical voice for your asset.Lead interactions with global health authoritiesPresent data at scientific congresses and investigator meetingsContribute to publications and external scientific engagementShape the Future of the Disease AreaYou will influence broader therapeutic strategy while building external partnerships and insights.Develop relationships with key opinion leaders and collaboratorsContribute to disease area and portfolio strategy evolutionSupport business development evaluations when applicableBasic QualificationsMD or DO with 8+ years of clinical, scientific or drug development experience in biopharmaPreferred QualificationsBoard certification in hematology or rheumatologyExperience in immunology and/or benign hematology clinical trialsDemonstrated leadership of complex, cross-functional drug development programsExperience leading Phase 2 and Phase 3 clinical development programsPrior experience interacting with global regulatory authoritiesProven success influencing senior leadership and governance forumsPrevious line management experience, including leading teams and developing talentStrong track record of delivering complex clinical strategies and execution at scaleExceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex science into strategic decisionsExperience managing external partnerships and collaborationsPeople Leader Accountabilities•Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.•Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations, and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop, and realize their purpose.•Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives and holding them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem. The salary range for this position is: $349,010.00 - $451,660.00. 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 cond