Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Associate Director, Change Management - Development
Gilead Sciences, Inc., Foster City, California, United States, 94420
Overview
Associate Director, Change Management, Development provides strategic support and direction within the Development organization’s Change Management capability. Reporting into the Development Change Management and Communications team, this role ensures the effective design and deployment of change management and communications strategies for multiple initiatives focused on improvements to our ways of working. Initiatives require engagement with leaders and cross-functional teams across Gilead Development functions, including Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Clinical Data Sciences, Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs and more. The role enables senior leadership updates to ensure effective sponsorship of key initiatives and supports change management processes and communications activities throughout Development, including strategic and operational planning. Responsibilities
Develop and apply change management strategies, tools and processes to ensure sustained adoption of Development initiatives (including creation of impact assessments and comprehensive, tailored change management plans) Build and lead change communities, facilitating regular discussions among cross-functional teams to ensure two-way communication Provide change management consultation to executives and business partners Proactive planning to manage and mitigate potential areas of change resistance Consult business partners on effective change communication techniques Build and maintain cross-functional relationships with functional leadership, business leads and change champions Create, recommend, and/or enable reinforcement mechanisms and celebrations of success Support the development and evolution of a structured change management and communications methodology across Development, aligned to the Gilead strategy and functional goals Utilize existing communication channels and create new ones to ensure a common change story is communicated across Development and other targeted internal stakeholder groups Other duties, including tactical support of the Development employee engagement strategy, as needed Position may require some travel Knowledge, Experience and Skills
BA/BS in communications, business or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum of 10 years progressive experience in change management, communications, project management or combination, preferably in life sciences, healthcare, or the biopharma industry Experience leading large-scale, complex organizational change efforts Experience and knowledge of change management principles, methodologies, and tools; Change Management Certification is preferred (Prosci, CCMP) Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal A solid understanding of the clinical development process, preferably within biopharma Experience building professional working relationships at all levels within and across the organization Strong analytical and decision-making skills Comfortable providing counsel to senior leaders Ability to function in a fast-paced environment while delivering on-time, high quality results Self-motivated and able to work independently to execute strategic direction Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this position is: $182,070.00 - $235,620.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. 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. Equal Employment Opportunity & Notices
For jobs in the United States: Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. 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. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster. Gilead Sciences will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law. Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion. Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday if you are a current Gilead employee or contractor. Job Requisition ID R0047355
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Associate Director, Change Management, Development provides strategic support and direction within the Development organization’s Change Management capability. Reporting into the Development Change Management and Communications team, this role ensures the effective design and deployment of change management and communications strategies for multiple initiatives focused on improvements to our ways of working. Initiatives require engagement with leaders and cross-functional teams across Gilead Development functions, including Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Clinical Data Sciences, Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs and more. The role enables senior leadership updates to ensure effective sponsorship of key initiatives and supports change management processes and communications activities throughout Development, including strategic and operational planning. Responsibilities
Develop and apply change management strategies, tools and processes to ensure sustained adoption of Development initiatives (including creation of impact assessments and comprehensive, tailored change management plans) Build and lead change communities, facilitating regular discussions among cross-functional teams to ensure two-way communication Provide change management consultation to executives and business partners Proactive planning to manage and mitigate potential areas of change resistance Consult business partners on effective change communication techniques Build and maintain cross-functional relationships with functional leadership, business leads and change champions Create, recommend, and/or enable reinforcement mechanisms and celebrations of success Support the development and evolution of a structured change management and communications methodology across Development, aligned to the Gilead strategy and functional goals Utilize existing communication channels and create new ones to ensure a common change story is communicated across Development and other targeted internal stakeholder groups Other duties, including tactical support of the Development employee engagement strategy, as needed Position may require some travel Knowledge, Experience and Skills
BA/BS in communications, business or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum of 10 years progressive experience in change management, communications, project management or combination, preferably in life sciences, healthcare, or the biopharma industry Experience leading large-scale, complex organizational change efforts Experience and knowledge of change management principles, methodologies, and tools; Change Management Certification is preferred (Prosci, CCMP) Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal A solid understanding of the clinical development process, preferably within biopharma Experience building professional working relationships at all levels within and across the organization Strong analytical and decision-making skills Comfortable providing counsel to senior leaders Ability to function in a fast-paced environment while delivering on-time, high quality results Self-motivated and able to work independently to execute strategic direction Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this position is: $182,070.00 - $235,620.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. 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. Equal Employment Opportunity & Notices
For jobs in the United States: Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. 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. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster. Gilead Sciences will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law. Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion. Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday if you are a current Gilead employee or contractor. Job Requisition ID R0047355
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