Director, R&D Information Systems

Gilead Sciences

Remote

Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
Foster City, CA
Salary
$210,375–$272,250 / yr
Posted
16 days ago

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $206k
This role $241k
$151k most similar roles pay here $285k

This role pays more than 72% of similar roles. Most pay $165,800–$246,150 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $241k versus about $206k 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 10 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $175,695–$227,370 across 10 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Director, R&D Information Systems

As a Director of R&D Information Systems at Gilead, you will lead the clinical operational data and analytics strategy, overseeing systems like Veeva, Salesforce, Medidata, and custom applications to align with business objectives. You’ll manage multiple high-complexity projects, develop a high-performing team, and shape long-term technical strategies while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include designing scalable data architectures, optimizing R&D applications, and driving efficient system performance. The role requires expertise in modern analytics tools such as Tableau and Power BI, cloud ecosystems like AWS, and experience in the pharmaceutical industry. You must have strong executive communication skills and a track record of successful project leadership to excel in this role at Gilead’s large-scale enterprise environment.

What you'll do

  • Define and oversee clinical operational data and analytics strategy aligned with R&D objectives.
  • Lead execution of large-scale technical workstreams spanning multiple business areas.
  • Recruit, grow, and retain diverse top talent within the high-performing organization.
  • Shape short- and long-range Clinical Systems strategies and infrastructure plans.
  • Partner with stakeholders to shape a shared long-term technical strategy for priority capabilities.
  • Ensure on-time, high-quality delivery of technical roadmap through strong program governance.

What we're looking for

  • 15+ years of progressive experience in IT data analytics or related fields with end-to-end ownership of complex solutions.
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Data Analytics, or equivalent technical field.
  • 6+ years of technical project management or leadership experience managing multi-year projects and teams.
  • Proven ability to manage complex technical projects and balance multiple priorities effectively.
  • 8+ years of direct people-management experience with a focus on talent development and retention.
  • Deep understanding of pharmaceutical industry data and analytics operations, including regulatory compliance.
  • Strong expertise in modern analytics tools, cloud ecosystems, and advanced methodologies for standards and metrics.

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