Gilead Sciences · 17 hours ago
Director, Ethics and Compliance Investigations
Parsippany, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$210K/yr - $272K/yr
12+ years expGilead Sciences is committed to creating a healthier world by developing therapies for life-threatening illnesses. The Director, Ethics & Compliance Investigations will lead internal investigations into potential violations of law and company policy, ensuring compliance and promoting Gilead's ethical culture.
BiopharmaBiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end internal investigations of alleged misconduct, including matters related to fraud, conflicts of interest, inappropriate interactions with healthcare professionals, misuse of company, employee or patient information, and other compliance or regulatory concerns
Conduct fact-finding interviews, review documentation and data, and develop clear, well-documented findings and recommendations
Develop and execute investigation plans, identifying key witnesses, documents, and systems for evidence collection
Partner with Legal, Employee Relations, Corporate Security, Internal Audit and other stakeholders to ensure investigations are coordinated, consistent, and aligned across the enterprise
Work closely with the hotline intake team to ensure accurate triage, categorization, and routing of concerns
Support the hotline function through intake process improvements, metrics and dashboard development, and preparation of Board and business level reports on trends and program effectiveness
Maintain, timely, complete case documentation in the case management system and ensure closure summaries meet program standards
Identify systemic issues and recommend process or policy improvements to prevent recurrence
Actively promote a culture of ethics, compliance, and “speak up” across the organization
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior investigators
Support continuous improvement of investigation protocols and tools, ensuring alignment with OIG/DOJ guidance and industry best practices
Qualification
Required
12+ years of relevant experience with a bachelor's degree required
Experience conducting or managing internal investigations in a corporate, legal or government enforcement setting
Demonstrated ability to lead sensitive investigations with discretion, independence, and professionalism
Knowledge of relevant regulations and guidance, including Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, False Claims Act, and OIG/DOJ guidance
Strong interviewing, analytical, and report-writing skills
Demonstrated approach to operating in a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability, particularly within changing regulatory environments
High level of ethical standards and integrity, with a commitment to upholding the highest levels of ethical conduct within the organization
Solutions- and results-oriented with personal and professional maturity
Excellent influencing, interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to network, engage and partner with other functions, and establish positive relationships
Strong judgment with proven ability to identify and implement solutions
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to execute through others
Practical approach to problem-solving
Consistently demonstrate and adhere to Gilead's Core Values, creating and inspiring a team culture committed to the same
Preferred
10 years with a master's degree
8 years' experience with a JD or other advanced degree
Experience in healthcare, biotech, life sciences, or related industries
Benefits
Discretionary annual bonus
Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role)
Paid time off
Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
Company
Gilead Sciences
Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, manufactures and commercializes therapies for critical diseases.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.41BKey Investors
Abingworth
2024-11-13Post Ipo Debt· $3.5M
2024-02-29Post Ipo Equity· $210M
2023-09-07Post Ipo Debt· $2B
Leadership Team
Keeley Wettan
Senior Vice President, Legal
Patrick Loerch
Senior Vice President, Clinical Data Science
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