Gilead Sciences
Gilead Sciences
Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company developing and delivering medicines for life-threatening diseases. Its work has a strong focus on virology, including HIV and hepatitis, alongside growing research in oncology and inflammation. The company supports a global portfolio of more than 25 products and 50 clinical programs, while also investing in HIV research and health-equity initiatives. For job seekers, Gilead Sciences offers opportunities to contribute to research, development, and healthcare programs aimed at improving patient outcomes worldwide.

Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs – Santa Monica (Hybrid)

Lead regulatory strategy for Kite’s CAR T-cell cancer immunotherapy programs, including submissions and compliance planning. Manage interactions with the FDA, EMA, and other global health authorities across drug development initiatives.

Description

  • Develop and implement regulatory strategies for assigned products.
  • Represent Regulatory Affairs on cross-functional development teams.
  • Provide regulatory guidance while identifying risks, mitigations, and contingencies.
  • Plan, prepare, and review FDA, EMA, and national authority submissions for clinical trials and marketing applications, including INDs, CTAs, BLAs, and MAAs.
  • Lead assigned project activities to maintain compliance with applicable FDA requirements.
  • Manage regulatory timelines and deliverables for products and projects.
  • Ensure regulatory documents are accurate, complete, verifiable, and compliant.
  • Act as the US Regulatory Lead for assigned Regulatory Project Teams.
  • Monitor, analyze, and share regulatory intelligence affecting development programs.
  • Interpret regulations, directives, and guidance and advise stakeholders accordingly.
  • Prepare meeting requests and briefing materials, coordinate authority-meeting preparation, and manage routine liaison activities.
  • Coordinate responses to requests for information from regulatory authorities.
  • Train, manage, and mentor Regulatory Affairs personnel.
  • Participate externally in regulatory policy initiatives.
  • Complete additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree with at least 8 years of relevant experience, or master’s, MBA, or equivalent degree with at least 6 years of relevant experience.
  • Regulatory submission leadership and regulatory project management experience are strongly preferred.
  • Experience creating or updating processes.
  • Experience working on project teams.
  • Experience in one or more Gilead therapeutic areas and across different stages of drug development is preferred.
  • Knowledge of global regulations and regulatory guidelines.
  • Prior experience preparing and submitting regulatory documents.
  • Experience attending major health authority meetings and leading team preparation is highly desirable.
  • Experience with investigational drugs, including late-stage development, and marketed products is desired.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and manage people and project teams.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Excellent organizational, computer, and documentation skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A preferred qualification is an MS, PhD, or PharmD in a scientific discipline.

Benefits

  • 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.
  • Flexible working policy with two remote days and three onsite days each week.

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