Exec Director, PDM Due Diligence Leader position at Gilead Sciences.| United States Of America

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Gilead Sciences Exec Director, PDM Due Diligence Leader

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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 Reporting to the Vice President, Pharmaceutical Development and Manufacturing (PDM) Product Strategy, and operating within the broader PDM organization, the Executive Director, PDM Due Diligence Leader will serve as the PDM representative for corporate development–related due diligence activities, including acquisitions, mergers, licensing, and strategic partnerships. The successful candidate will bring deep and broad CMC expertise across different modalities, multiple therapeutic areas (including oncology, virology, and inflammation), and the evolving biopharma technology landscape. They will be responsible for synthesizing complex technical, operational, quality and regulatory information from data rooms and expert discussions into clear, executive-level insights. A critical aspect of the role is translating technical findings into business impact—informing value proposition, risk tolerance, and integration planning. This person will coach and mentor part-time Due Diligence leads. This role requires strong executive presence, sound judgment, and the ability to influence senior leaders by presenting balanced, data-driven recommendations under tight timelines. Key Responsibilities Be the accountable representative from PDM in due diligence assessments for potential acquisitions, mergers and strategic partnerships. Partner closely with Corporate Development to define diligence scope, priorities, timelines, and decision criteria. Identify the functional competencies required for each diligence and work closely with Product and Project Management to assemble high-performing diligence teams with the appropriate SMEs across technical development, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and supply chain. Evaluate development, manufacturing, and supply capabilities for biologics (eg, Mabs, ADCs, and advanced therapeutics) and small molecules, including internal and external (CDMO) operating models. Lead the review and synthesis of large, complex data room materials, identifying key strengths, gaps, dependencies, and execution risks. Translate technical and operational findings into clear business implications, including cost, timelines, scalability, probability of success, and value proposition. Identify and articulate technical, regulatory, quality, and supply risks, along with practical and value-preserving mitigation strategies. Prepare and deliver concise, decision-ready diligence summaries for the various governance forums. Maintain awareness of the external biopharma landscape, emerging companies, and cutting-edge development and manufacturing technologies. Serve as a trusted advisor to senior PDM and Corporate Development leadership throughout the deal lifecycle. Qualifications Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or MS) in a scientific or engineering discipline. 15+ years of experience in biopharmaceutical development and/or manufacturing. Strong expertise in biologics, including advanced therapeutics, and/or small molecule development and manufacturing. Experience with due diligence, corporate development, or portfolio strategy. Broad knowledge of the biopharma landscape, including small, mid-size, and large companies. Strong business acumen with the ability to connect technical assessments to strategic and financial outcomes. Exceptional communication skills and executive presence. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders across Gilead Gilead Core Values · Integrity (Doing What’s Right) · Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity) · Teamwork (Working Together) · Excellence (Being Your Best) · Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility) As an equal opportunity employer, Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to a diverse workforce. 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. The salary range for this position is: $302,005.00 - $390,830.00. 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 conditions of the applicable plans. For jobs in the United States: 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. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex , 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 ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster. NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT Gilead Sciences will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law. Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion. For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors: Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.

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