New · posted Nov 1
Gilead Sciences · Biotechnology
Sr Clinical Trials Manager
- Foster City, CA
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- Manager
The role
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.
Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. 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.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. 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. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
Job Description
Clinical Operations leads the global execution of Phase I–IV clinical trials across therapeutic areas, ensuring studies are conducted in compliance with SOPs, company policies, and regulatory requirements while delivering timely, high-quality data to support registration and commercialization.
The Senior Clinical Trials Manager leads studies within a program, provides direction to Clinical Operations team members, and is accountable for execution against timelines, budgets, and quality standards. This role develops study operational strategies and may contribute to cross-functional or organizational initiatives.
This is a Hybrid position, 3 days on-site (Tues -Thurs). Will not consider fully remote candidates.
What you need
Basic qualifications
- BA/BS with 6+ years of relevant clinical or related life sciences experience; or MA/MS with 4+ years of relevant clinical or related life sciences
- experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge of FDA, EMA, other applicable national regulations, ICH guidelines, and GCP requirements governing clinical studies.
Preferred qualificationsnice to have
- Advanced degree such as MA/MS, PharmD, or PhD in a life sciences or related field.
- Experience leading clinical studies and cross-functional project teams.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams, coach, and mentor less experienced colleagues.
- Clear, concise communication skills and strong interpersonal effectiveness.
- Proven ability to work successfully in a team-oriented, highly matrixed environment.
- Strong knowledge of full-cycle study management, from start-up through close-out.
- Advanced knowledge of study management best practices and tools, with demonstrated ability to improve study efficiency and effectiveness.
- Ability to travel as needed.
The salary range for this position is: $157,590.00 - $203,940.00. 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*.
What you'll do
- Lead all aspects of assigned clinical studies within a program, including Study Management Team leadership as applicable.
- Develop, implement, and oversee study plans, timelines, logistics, budgets, and resourcing.
- Ensure studies are delivered on time, within budget, and in alignment with quality, protocol, SOP, and regulatory requirements.
- Identify study risks and proactively drive mitigation and issue-resolution strategies.
- Lead CRO and vendor selection, oversight, deliverable management, and relationship management as applicable.
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to align on study objectives, priorities, timelines, and deliverables.
- Provide guidance, training, and direction to internal team members, CROs, vendors, and investigators.
- Mentor and support the development of less experienced colleagues.
- Contribute to process improvement, standardization, operational excellence, and departmental initiatives.
Pay
$157,590 – $203,940 a year
Employer providedFor additional benefits information, visit:
* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
Where you'll work
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Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · November 1, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 11% above the US median for Clinical Trial Management roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Manager roles in California12 roles publishing pay
Manager roles in the US44 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $157,590 | — | $203,940 |
| California (middle half) | $158,625 | $164,000 | $182,250 |
| All US (middle half) | $150,125 | $163,000 | $175,000 |
This role: Gilead Sciences's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Clinical Trial Management roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, November 1, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Clinical Trial Management
The general path across 69 open Clinical Trial Management roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not Gilead's own promotion track.
Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 28 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Collaboration and leadership16
- Clinical trial conduct8
- GMP and compliance2
- Documentation and SOPs2
- Investigations and CAPA1
- Quality systems and risk1
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Company hiring pulse
Gilead on Regulatory Jobs
- 85
- Open roles
- 66
- Distinct roles
- 8
- Locations
By discipline
- Quality43 51%
- Clinical25 29%
- Regulatory17 20%
By level
- Director50 59%
- Manager18 21%
- Senior & Principal12 14%
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Sr Clinical Trials Manager at Gilead
Applications close November 30. $158K–$204K a year, employer provided.