Clinical Program Manager

Gilead Sciences

. Oversee worldwide execution of Phase I–IV clinical trials across Gilead therapeutic areas .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $165,495 - $214,170 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing Phase I–IV clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines, and overseeing project budgets and timelines. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, develop strategic plans, and effectively communicate project status while managing relationships with CROs and vendors.

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Clinical Trial ManagementCross-Functional LeadershipRegulatory ComplianceFinancial OversightStudy Management Best Practices

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Hard Skills

Clinical Study DocumentationSOP DevelopmentRFP DevelopmentFull-Cycle Study ManagementKnowledge of FDA RegulationsKnowledge of ICH GuidelinesKnowledge of GCPTherapeutic Area ExpertiseProject ManagementRisk Assessment

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCoaching and MentoringChange Management

Tools & Technologies

Study Management ToolsProject Tracking Tools

Industry Keywords

Clinical TrialsLife SciencesCRO ManagementRegulatory GuidelinesQuality Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee worldwide execution of Phase I–IV clinical trials across Gilead therapeutic areas
Ensure clinical trials comply with SOPs, company policies, regulatory guidelines, and quality and timeliness standards
Manage successful execution of studies and multiple studies within programs, including financial responsibility
Assess and deploy study resources to support the One Ops workforce
Provide ongoing financial oversight of assigned clinical trials and programs
Provide input into therapeutic-area and functional-area strategic and operational plans
Guide and oversee clinical trial management within program budgets and timelines
Lead cross-functional Study Management Teams and influence stakeholders
Manage and revise project timelines and budgets with cross-functional teams
Communicate project status and issues, escalate issues, and ensure team goals are met
Contribute to study documentation, including protocols
Select, manage, and oversee CROs and vendors, including RFP development
Identify obstacles and implement solutions, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies
Resolve issues under national and international regulations and guidelines
Track, oversee, and communicate program status using available tools
Lead or participate in departmental and interdepartmental strategic initiatives
Develop, implement, and train on SOPs
Ensure affiliate Clinical Operations activities meet local regulations and usual practice
Ensure team work complies with established practices, policies, processes, and regulatory requirements
Hire, develop, and retain diverse talent; set expectations and coach direct reports on performance and career development

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA / BS / RN with 8 or more years’ relevant clinical or related experience in life sciences, or MA / MS / PharmD / PhD with 6 or more years’ relevant clinical or related experience in life sciences
Minimum of 4 years’ cross-functional study management or related leadership experience in life sciences
Multiple years’ experience managing study or project teams
Advanced knowledge of one or more disease or therapeutic areas
Experience developing RFPs and selecting, overseeing, and managing CROs or other vendors
Ability to start up, manage, and close out clinical studies
Experience authoring clinical study and regulatory documentation and SOPs
Complete knowledge of full-cycle study management
Advanced knowledge of study management best practices and tools
Thorough knowledge of FDA, EMA, national regulations, ICH guidelines, and GCP
Ability to lead and influence programs, projects, and initiatives
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to work successfully in a team-oriented, highly matrixed environment
Effectiveness coaching, guiding, directing, and managing the performance of others
Effectiveness proactively managing change
Ability to travel as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives
Paid time off
Company-sponsored medical insurance
Company-sponsored dental insurance
Company-sponsored vision insurance
Company-sponsored life insurance