CPM / Assoc Director, Clinical Operations
About this opportunity
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
Lead and oversee Gilead Korea's Clinical Operations portfolio, including global clinical trials, cell therapy studies, and post-marketing surveillance (PMS) programs as required.
Provide strategic, operational, and financial oversight to ensure successful study execution, regulatory compliance, and achievement of program objectives.
Lead cross-functional study teams and partner with affiliate, regional, and global stakeholders to drive clinical development strategies and business priorities.
Manage CROs, vendors, investigators, study budgets, timelines, quality metrics, and operational risks.
Support affiliate Clinical Operations responsibilities, including local regulatory requirements and country-specific obligations.
Drive resource planning, workforce optimization, process improvement, and operational excellence initiatives.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, ICH-GCP, company policies, and industry best practices.
Build and develop high-performing teams through strong people leadership, coaching, performance management, and talent development.
Required Qualifications
15+ years (BS/MS equivalent adjusted) of clinical research or life sciences experience, including significant study management leadership experience.
Proven experience leading global clinical trials and complex clinical programs.
Experience in advanced therapeutic medicinal product programs preferred.
Experience managing PMS studies and local regulatory requirements.
Strong people leadership experience with demonstrated success in team development and organizational capability building.
Experience in CRO/vendor selection, oversight, and performance management.
Strong knowledge of FDA, EMA, MFDS, ICH-GCP, and applicable clinical research regulations.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:
Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
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How this role compares
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We currently track 309 comparable Associate Director Clinical Development roles across 47 biopharma companies.
Salary context
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Seniority mix
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Therapeutic area mix
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