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Sr Human Factors Engineer II

Join the Gilead Sciences team to apply as Sr Human Factors Engineer II.

Job Description

At Gilead, were creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, weve 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 worlds biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. Every member of Gileads team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of lifechanging scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and were looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader, and 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 fulfill their aspirations.

Specific Job Responsibilities

• Lead or support human factors engineering (HFE) strategies and HFE activities for device combination product design and development from feasibility, clinical development, through registration, and postmarket. This includes requirements definition, userelated risk analysis, formative usability studies, instruction and training development, and summative usability studies.
• Author HFE deliverables for device design history files and HFE sections for health authority submissions and written responses.
• Educate team members and other internal stakeholders on the HFE development process and approach.
• Interface and coordinate with HFE consulting firms to execute human factors engineering activities.
• Improve internal HFE processes at Gilead to ensure consistency, compliance, and efficiency.
• Ensure all HFE work is performed in accordance with SOPs and applicable regulatory requirements.

Required Education

• B.S. degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, bioengineering, or a related scientific field with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• M.S. degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, bioengineering, or a related scientific field with 6+ years of relevant experience.

Experience & Skills

• Experience with leading HFE efforts in support of combination product development and commercialization, including a working knowledge of human factors, design controls, and risk management regulations, standards, and guidance for medical devices and combination products.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate the interface with medical device vendors and HF consulting firms.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and identify relevant design updates.
• Must be able to write clear, concise, highquality documents.
• Must be able to exercise judgment within areas of ambiguity as well as established procedures and policies in order to determine and take appropriate action.
• Experience managing team expectations for project timelines, including realistic timeline estimates for HFE activities.
• A deep knowledge of the regulatory and compliance requirements for HFE and combination product risk management.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with crossfunctional teams and influence key stakeholders.

Salary

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 stockbased longterm incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package.

Benefits

Benefits include companysponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

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EEO Statement

Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other nonjob related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster.

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