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Director, R&D Information Systems

Gilead Sciences
August 13, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (San Francisco Bay Area)
Worldwide
IT
Role: Director of R&D Information Systems, leading clinical data and analytics strategies to support Gilead's drug discovery and development efforts. Responsibilities include defining infrastructure and analytics strategies for clinical systems (e.g., Veeva, Medidata), managing multiple high-complexity projects and teams, overseeing data architecture design, and ensuring compliance with GxP standards. The role involves partnering with business stakeholders and IT to develop scalable, interoperable data solutions, guiding solution design, and driving system enhancements to improve operational efficiency. It also encompasses oversight of validation, quality, and regulatory audit support. Qualifications: 15+ years in IT data analytics or business intelligence, with 8+ years of leadership and team management experience, preferably within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry. Requires a degree in computer science, data analytics, or related fields, with expertise in modern analytics tools, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and visualization software (Tableau, Power BI). High-value specifics include experience managing clinical data platforms, supporting FDA-regulated environments, and leading cross-functional projects in drug discovery or clinical development. The position reports to senior leadership, involves strategic planning, and may require travel. Work setup is not explicitly specified but implies a leadership role supporting global clinical operations.