Gilead Sciences

Associate Director, Data Management, MDM Governance & AI Enablement

United States - California - Foster City · Director

Sponsorship not specified$196k-$253kDetected 8 days ago

Machine LearningData AnalysisLLMsAccessibilityStakeholder ManagementPublic HealthLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

Every member of Gilead's team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader.
People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite.

Manage and prioritize the MDM backlog, roadmap, enhancements, and business requirements.
Partner closely with IT, vendors, and business stakeholders to ensure successful delivery and adoption of MDM solutions.
Drive data quality improvements, issue resolution, and continuous process optimization.
Establish and maintain governance frameworks that support scalable and sustainable data management practices.
Lead business-facing data management activities across commercial data domains for one BU.
Support operational inquiries, issue management, and stakeholder engagement related to data management activities.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve data standards, processes, and controls.
Develop and maintain data governance processes, policies, standards, and operating procedures.
Drive process standardization, documentation, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Partner with business, digital, analytics, and technology teams to evaluate, pilot, and scale AI-driven solutions.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Life Sciences, or a related field.
8+ years of experience in data management, master data management, data governance, commercial operations, or related business functions.
Strong understanding of data governance principles, data quality management, and business process ownership.
Experience managing cross-functional initiatives involving multiple stakeholders and vendors.
Bachelor's Degree and Ten Years' Experience OR
Masters' Degree and Eight Years' Experience OR

Experience serving as a business owner or product owner for MDM platforms or enterprise data initiatives.
Experience evaluating AI vendors, platforms, or proof-of-concept initiatives.
Familiarity with data governance frameworks, data stewardship models, and enterprise data management practices.
Experience working in Agile environments and managing business roadmaps and priorities.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is someone who has already been involved in meaningful AI implementation efforts-not simply someone who understands AI conceptually.
At the same time, the successful candidate should possess a strong foundation in data management, governance, stakeholder engagement, and operational leadership.
While MDM and governance expertise are important, we view AI experience as the critical differentiator for this role.

$195,670.00 - $253,220.00.
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.

include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.
Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
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.

At Gilead, we're creating a healthier world for all people.
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.
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.

In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance.

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