Director of Corporate Development

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.
 

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Job Description
 

Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative therapeutics in areas of unmet medical need. The company's mission is to advance the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases worldwide. Headquartered in Foster City, California, Gilead has operations in North, South and Central America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia.

Gilead Sciences is looking to hire a full-time Director for its Corporate Development team to lead strategic partnerships across oncology, virology and inflammation. The candidate will report to the Executive Director of Corporate Development, and be part of the core Corporate Development team.

Responsibilities

· Oversee and lead execution of corporate development opportunities involving strategic partnerships, investments, licensing, and/or acquisitions.

· Partner with key stakeholders across therapeutic areas, including research clinical, commercial, finance and program strategy leadership to develop business proposals that align with Gilead’s mission and growth strategy

· Develop and maintenance of strong external relationships with potential partners

· Coordinate diligence efforts and scientific reviews for identified opportunities; review opportunities and business cases with Gilead management

· Lead negotiations of term sheets and contracts with identified partners

· Oversee junior members of the corporate development team who will provide support on key transactions

Desirable Skill Sets

· Strong knowledge of drug development and biotech/pharma industry

· Proven track record of leading transactions and strong familiarity with negotiations and the contracting process

· Aptitude for quantitative analysis such as forecasting and valuation work

· Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills required

· Experience leading cross-functional teams and presenting business cases to executive management

· Passion for science and therapeutic clinical development

QUALIFICATIONS

· Minimum education and years of relevant experience, including experience in biotech/pharma sector and/or professional services (e.g. consulting, finance, legal, and/or corporate experience in a relevant function)

o B.S./B.A. + 12 or more years of experience

o PhD/M.B.A./Masters + 10 or more years of experience

o J.D. + 8 years of transaction specific experience and industry knowledge

The salary range for this position is: $226,185.00 - $292,710.00. 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*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

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

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