Assoc Director, Statistical Programming

Job Summary

Leads statistical programming tool development (e.g., SAS macros, automation solutions) supporting multiple studies and/or workstreams and ensuring delivery of high-quality, scalable tools aligned with Clinical Data Science and Statistical Programming standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Accountable for planning and delivery of tool development aligned with study and business timelines.
• Influences design, development, qualification, and maintenance of SAS macros and related tools used across multiple studies or initiatives.
• Acts as a project or functional lead for statistical programming tool initiatives.
• Identifies cross-project synergies to improve efficiency, consistency, and reuse of tools and processes.

Technical & Functional Expertise

• Maintains advanced knowledge of statistical programming good practices, data standards and norms.
• Designs and develops tools in SAS Macro (required); familiarity with Linux scripting, R, or Python preferred.
• Ensures tools comply with Gilead systems development procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Drives adoption of standardized programming tools, templates, and methodologies following documented workflows.
• Anticipates and resolves technical challenges, providing guidance to team members.
• Provides primary and secondary tool development support as needed.

Strategy & Continuous Improvement

• Contributes to development of departmental strategies, standards, and infrastructure for statistical programming tools.
• Led or contributes to initiatives that improve efficiency, automation, and scalability across programming workflows.
• Evaluates and recommends new tools, processes, or technologies to enhance productivity and data flow.

Collaboration & Influence

• Represents Clinical Data Engineering and Macro Support in cross-functional meetings.
• PARTNERS WITH STAKEHOLDERS (E.G., GCDS, STUDY STATISTICAL PROGRAMMERS, DATA MANAGEMENT) TO DEFINE USER-DEFINED SPECIFICATIONS, ALIGN PRIORITIES, AND DELIVER SOLUTIONS.
• BUILD CROSS-FUNCTIONAL BUY-IN AND INFLUENCES DECISIONS RELATED TO TOOLS, STANDARDS, AND TIMELINES.
• MAY INTERACT WITH EXTERNAL VENDORS AND ENSURES ALIGNMENT WITH INTERNAL STANDARDS.

Communication & Decision-Making

• Communicates effectively with stakeholders across multiple functions and organizational levels.
• Solves conflicts and escalates risks appropriately while maintaining project momentum.

Basic Qualifications

• PhD with 5+ years OR MS with 8+ years, OR BS with 10+ years of relevant experience in statistical programming or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS with 8+ years, OR BS with 10+ years of relevant experience in statistical programming or related field.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced expertise in statistical programming and tool development (SAS Macro required).
• Strong understanding of clinical trial design and reporting process, as well as regulatory requirements.
• Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills are required.

Pay Range

The Salary Range For This Position Is Other US Locations: $177,905.00 - $230,230.00. Bay Area: $195,670.00 - $253,220.00.

Benefits

• Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gilead Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.