Overview

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. 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

Gilead's pursuit of a healthier world for all people has yielded a cure for hepatitis C, revolutionary improvements in HIV treatment and prevention as well as advancements in therapies for viral and inflammatory diseases and certain cancers. We set and achieve bold ambitions in our fight against the world's most devastating diseases, united in our commitment to confronting the largest public health challenges of our day and improving the lives of patients for generations to come.

Position Overview

Gilead Sciences is seeking a strategic and collaborative Director to join the US Medical Affairs HIV Treatment Strategy team. This leadership role will focus on optimizing the impact of the Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team through strategic insight generation, field engagement, and training initiatives. The Director will play a critical role in shaping and executing medical strategy by leveraging field-based insights, enhancing scientific exchange, and ensuring alignment with Gilead's mission to advance HIV treatment and care.

Key Responsibilities MSL Strategy & Field Engagement

• Lead the development and execution of strategic initiatives to support the US HIV MSL team.
• Partner with Field Directors to ensure alignment of MSL activities with medical strategy and scientific priorities.
• Drive excellence in field medical engagement through innovative tools, resources, and metrics.

Field-Based Insights

• Establish and oversee a robust process for collecting, analyzing, and communicating actionable field insights.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Commercial, and Global teams to ensure insights inform strategic decisions.
• Present synthesized insights to senior leadership to guide data generation, evidence planning, and stakeholder engagement.
• Supports US and Global advisory programs, as needed

Training & Scientific Development

• Create US-focused medical training documents as needed to support field Medical Scientists. Design and implement comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training programs for MSLs, focused on HIV science, therapeutic landscape, and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensure MSLs are equipped with the latest data, publications, and messaging aligned with Gilead's scientific and medical strategy.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to develop training content and delivery formats tailored to field needs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as a key liaison between US Medical Affairs and Global Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, and Commercial teams.
• Support the development of medical communication plans, advisory boards, and congress activities.
• Contribute to the development of medical content for field use, including slide decks, FAQs, and scientific narratives.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree with 12+ years of experience or MS/MA degree with 10+ years of experience or PhD/PharmD with 8+ years of experience or MD with 4 years of experience.
• MD, DO, NP, PA, PharmD, or other advanced health care degree with 6+ years of relevant industry/clinical experience in HIV preferred.
• Deep experience in Medical Affairs, including field-based roles and strategic leadership.
• Deep understanding of HIV therapeutic area and evolving treatment landscape required.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage complex projects.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with insight generation and application.
• Excellent verbal, written and visual communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in training design and delivery for scientific audiences.
• Ability to travel as required which may include occasional weekend travel is required

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience managing or supporting MSL teams.
• Familiarity with medical insight platforms and CRM tools.
• Experience working in a matrixed organization and influencing without direct authority.

People Leader Accountabilities

• Create Inclusion -knowingthe business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.
• Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employeesare receivingthe feedback and insight needed to grow,developand realize their purpose.
• Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizationalobjectives, and holding them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is:

Bay Area: $243,100.00 - $314,600.00. Other US Locations: $221,000.00 - $286,000.00.

Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. 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. Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

EEO and Compliance

Gilead Sciences 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 will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information or protected status. For additional information, see the Know Your Rights poster. Applicants who require accommodation may contact (see below)

Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and supports individual differences and diversity of thought. For current Gilead employees and contractors, please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.