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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

Gilead's mission is to discover, develop, and deliver therapies that will improve the lives of patients with life-threatening illnesses

worldwide.

As Director, Lab Operations, you are responsible for the following:

Responsibilities

• Operational management: overseeing daily research wide lab-based operations and strategies, ensuring all labs are well maintained, stockroom inventories and other supplies are met by closely working with Research department lab managers, lab services, facilities, engineering, procurement and finance.
• Compliance and safety: staying updated on all relevant regulations and guidelines (PPE, hazard levels, waste streams) and coordinating with EHS and facilities to ensure Researchers adhere to safety protocols, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Oversight of research wide Lab Asset Management Program (LAMP) and ensure service levels (KPIs), budgets, capex utilization, staffing are achieved and proactively being optimized and tailored to Research requirements.
• Create and maintain lab operation budgets, goals, resource allocation, and manage procurement processes on behalf of Research.
• Preparing and presenting reports on lab-based optimization initiatives, space planning strategies that align with organizational goals, budgets and performance metrics to stakeholders and collaborators.
• Managing personnel and teams: hiring, training, and mentoring lab personnel, including direct reports, contractors and cross-functional teams.
• Strategic planning: contributing to the development and implementation of laboratory strategies and KPIs aligned with organizational goals.
• Collaboration: working with other departments and stakeholders to support research initiatives and translate findings into practical applications.
  
  

Minimal Requirements & Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in relevant scientific discipline with 12 years of laboratory management (oversight of lab operations) in a biotech or pharmaceutical research-based environment.
• In depth knowledge of lab safety and compliance regulations.
• Knowledge of advanced laboratory techniques, equipment, information systems (LIMS) and software applications.
• The ability to analyze situations, identify issues, and make sound decisions that are in the best interests of broader research organization and lab scientists is essential.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, organizational and project managements skills.
• Experience managing personal and cross-functional teams.
  
  

People 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: $210,375.00 - $272,250.00. 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*.

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• Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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