AI Data Science Lead, PDM & Tech Ops

Gilead Sciences

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Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
Raleigh, NC
Salary
$146,200–$189,200 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $198k
This role $168k
$134k most similar roles pay here $262k

This role pays less than 71% of similar roles. Most pay $162,600–$233,150 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $168k versus about $198k for comparable roles.

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About Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a leading American biopharmaceutical company specializing in discovering, developing, and commercializing innovative medicines for unmet medical needs.

Gilead Sciences currently has 22 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $169,320–$219,120 across 21 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · AI Data Science Lead, PDM & Tech Ops

AI Data Science Lead – PDM & Tech Ops (Gilead & Kite) serves as a critical lead within the enterprise AI strategy to accelerate the delivery of life-changing therapies. This role focuses on driving AI/ML innovation across Pharmaceutical Development & Manufacturing and Technical Operations. The successful candidate will design prompt engineering strategies, conduct model experimentation, and translate complex business logic into technical specifications for scalable, compliant solutions. Key responsibilities include managing Master Data Management needs, documenting workflows for Supply Chain and manufacturing, and validating AI solutions against GxP and regulatory requirements. The role requires expertise in LLM testing, feature engineering, and systems thinking to optimize processes through automation. Candidates must possess a degree in statistics, data science, or computer science, along with experience in ERP systems and manufacturing environments to solve complex problems within the pharmaceutical development lifecycle.

What you'll do

  • Design and execute prompt engineering strategies and conduct experiments to optimize AI model performance.
  • Lead end-to-end AI/ML solutions across Pharmaceutical Development & Manufacturing and Tech Ops use cases.
  • Translate business logic from PDM and Tech Ops functions into technical specifications for AI solutions.
  • Manage Master Data Management needs and serve as a subject matter expert for data and AI teams.
  • Document current-state workflows and design future-state, AI-enabled processes for supply chain and manufacturing.
  • Validate AI solutions against regulatory requirements including GxP and internal controls.
  • Provide post-implementation support, including troubleshooting and root cause analysis for data solutions.
  • Manage portfolio tracking, executive dashboards, and metrics across all relevant AI/ML initiatives.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s or higher degree in statistics, data science, and/or computer science.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience.
  • Experience with prompt engineering, LLM testing, or AI model experimentation.
  • Ability to visualize workflows, identify process patterns, and optimize processes using automation and AI.
  • Strong problem definition, problem solving, and project management skills.
  • Experience or education on process design (preferred).
  • Exposure to PDM and Tech Ops processes in a corporate environment (plus).
  • Knowledge of ERP/manufacturing systems and familiarity with GxP/GMP.

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