Director, Nonclinical Safety, Pathology
Gilead SciencesUnited States - California - Foster City · Director
$226,185 – $292,710
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What this role is
Gilead is seeking a veterinary anatomic pathologist to interpret pathology findings and provide scientific support for drug development across discovery, preclinical studies, and marketed products. This role suits experienced pathologists who want to lead cross-functional teams and contribute to regulatory strategy while mentoring junior scientists in a fast-paced biopharmaceutical environment.
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What they ask for
Required
- DVM degree
- Anatomic pathology residency training
- Specialty board certification in anatomic pathology
- 3–7 years relevant experience
- Strong decision-making and complex problem-solving
- Critical data analysis and interpretation
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Scientific productivity demonstrated through publications or presentations
Nice to have
- PhD or post-doctoral experience in comparative pathology, toxicology, or related field
- Previous industry experience in biopharmaceutical pathology
- Project pathologist experience in biopharmaceutical industry
- Deep experience in immunology, virology, or oncology
- Mentoring and developing junior scientists
- Experience representing pathology in external scientific forums and regulatory interactions
- Working knowledge of digital pathology, image analysis, and AI