Senior Director, U.S. Public Affairs Oncology Advocacy
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Job Location:
Foster, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 243100 - 314600
Posted on:
9 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 life-changing 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. 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
At Gilead our 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 worlds 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.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Executive Director U.S. Public Affairs Oncology Team Lead this Senior Director will lead U.S. advocacy strategy across Gileads Oncology portfolio with a primary focus on a late-stage asset. The role shapes and advances Gileads position as an emerging oncology leader by elevating thepatientsvoice articulating a compelling oncology vision and partneringexternallyto address unmet needs.
This leader will work closely with U.S. Commercial Medical Affairs and Government Affairs teams as well as Global Public Affairs Centers of Excellence to drive an integratedOne PAapproach that supports development milestones launches andlong-termreputation building.
Key Responsibilities
Advocacy & Strategic Leadership
Own and drive the U.S. advocacy strategy for alate-stageoncology asset aligned with commercial planning clinical milestones global oncology strategy medical priorities and enterpriseobjectives.
Set vision priorities and engagement strategies with advocacy partners serving as a senior counselor on patient needs policy dynamics and emerging risks and opportunities.
Develop andmaintaina cohesive patient narrative including core messaging data storylines and storytelling tools used across functions and markets.
Advise and partner with senior leaders across Commercial Medical Affairs and Government Affairs to advance Gileads oncology leadership including current effortsinTNMBC.
Cross FunctionalEngagement
Represent U.S. Oncology Public Affairs oncross functionalteams to ensure integrated communications across clinical commercial medical regulatory access and affiliate partners.
Support U.S. product launches and key clinical/regulatory milestones through coordinated advocacy and communications strategies.
Driveglobalto localalignment across Gilead Oncology and Kite Public Affairs ensuringtimelyguidance materials and strategic consistency.
Design and implement advocacy partnerships and programs that raise awareness mobilize patients and elevate public understanding of unmet needs in TNMBC and oncology.
Serve as the primary relationship lead for key advocacy organizations strengthening Gilead Oncologys reputation and leadership position.
Team Agency & Budget Leadership
Lead mentor and develop internal team members supporting oncology advocacy efforts.
Oversee agency partners and sponsorships ensuring compliant execution aligned with Gilead business conduct policies.
Manageadvocacies partnerships and funding processesoptimizingresources for strategic impact and measurable outcomes.
Drive operational excellence through disciplined planning resource allocation and performance measurement.
Knowledge Experience & Skills
Bachelors degree with 14 years of relevant experience in biotechnology pharmaceuticals healthcare advocacy or scientific communications; ormastersdegree with 12 years of experience.
Proven experience leadingproduct relatedadvocacy strategies tied to clinical data regulatory milestones and launch preparation.
Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders academic experts and patient advocates with credibility and confidence.
Strong written verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to drive alignment across complex matrixed organizations.
Prior experience inoncologyadvocacy government affairs policy or medical affairs.
Preferred
Experience working outside the U.S. or in global roles.
Passion for oncology and public health.
Experience with digital communicationsconsumer marketinganalytics and impact measurement.
Knowledge of regulations governing advocacy engagements and sponsorships in publicly traded biopharmaceutical companies.
Leadership Accountabilities
Strategy First:Align advocacy efforts withU.S. businessenterprise strategy and evolvingexternal landscape.
Matrix Leadership:Lead inclusively across diverse teams and functions embedding collaboration and shared value.
Team Empowerment:Connect teams to purpose and organizational goals removing barriers and enabling success.
Thoughtful Prioritization:Integrate U.S.globaland corporateperspectives while balancingcross functionaldemands.
Inclusive Leadership:Championdiverse perspectives to ensure the patient voice is consistently represented.
People Leader Accountabilities:
Create Inclusion - knowing the 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 employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow develop and
realize their purpose.
Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals purpose and organizational objectives and holding
them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.
The salary range for this position is:
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 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*.
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