Associate Director, Alliance Management

Associate Director, Alliance ManagementUnited States - California - Santa Monica Business Development/Corporate Development RegularJob DescriptionAt 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.

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Job Description We are seeking an initiative-taking individual to join our Alliance Management team as an Associate Director, Alliance Management. The Alliance Management group is responsible for managing and optimizing the value of alliances for pioneering cell therapies at all stages of the product life cycle (research, development, and commercial). The position will be based in Santa Monica, California and will report to a Vice President of Alliance Management.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Oversee the governance of strategic partnerships in research, development, and commercialization partnerships. This includes managing governance committees, identifying key issues and solution-driving.Supervise implementation of and adherence to agreed-upon research, development, and commercialization plans; take appropriate action to ensure follow through.Collaborate closely with partner companies to set the direction and scope for implementation of partnership agreement: key activities, timing, and responsibilities on either side.Issue management – address hot topic issues that require immediate senior stakeholder attention while working diligently to manage issues and minimize crisis management situations.Perform regular alliance audits and health checks.Compliance/contract management – liaise with legal, finance, R&D and Commercial to ensure that key contract milestones, financial transactions, and progress reports are managed appropriately.Host regular reviews and meetings with senior stakeholders and other functions to communicate key issues, landmarks, and gather feedback.Lead and/or participate in contract renegotiations as appropriate.Participate in review of new partner contract negotiations as appropriate and provide input into partnership implementation terms of the contract, in particular governance structures and processes.Cultivate expertise about corporate partnerships and lead a portfolio of partner companies as well as government and academic institutions.Lead or support infrastructure projects which include project tracking, developing lessons learned and alliance summaries, as well as content for intracompany website and other communications.Participate in group meetings to review progress and issues and share standard methodologies.Basic Qualifications: Doctorate and 5 + years of experience OR Master's and 8+ years of experience OR Bachelor's and 10+ years of experience5+ years' experience in Alliance Management, Business Development, academic technology transfer office or related functionPreferred Qualifications: Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Business, Medicine, or Law.10+ years' experience with BS/BA or 8+ years with an advanced degree in the pharmaceutical, life sciences or related industry, preferably in commercial, business development, or project management role.Preferred experience in CAR-T immuno-oncology therapeutic areas and emerging areas of research and drug development.Noted experience with cross-industry engagement, collaboration, and aligning diverse partners.Excellent motivation and self-direction, high capacity for learning quickly.Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to lead, interact, focus, negotiate, and resolve conflict.Demonstrated ability to identify, prioritize and resolve key project and partnership issues, with mindfulness and excellence in project management to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities.Demonstrated ability to interact with and to present to senior stakeholders and executives.Demonstrated ability to work with and coordinate asks from multiple customers, both internally and with partners. Must be able to manage ambiguity well.Demonstrated ability to operate in a matrixed team environment.Participation in development and life cycle management project teams.Excellent presentation skills with an ability to efficiently and productively communicate both orally and in writing.Experience in global markets (e.g., EU, Japan, and other).Ability to travel 15%.The salary range for this position is: $173,910.00 - $225,060.00. 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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Job Requisition ID R0043165
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time
Job Level Associate Director
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