Senior Director, U.S. Public Affairs Oncology Advocacy
Gilead Sciences
2 months ago
Remote friendly (San Francisco Bay Area)
United States
Patient Advocacy
Role Overview/Responsibilities
- Own and drive U.S. advocacy strategy for a late-stage oncology asset aligned with commercial planning, clinical milestones, medical priorities, and enterprise objectives.
- Set advocacy vision/priorities/engagement; maintain a cohesive patient narrative (core messaging, data storylines, storytelling tools).
- Advise and partner with senior Commercial, Medical Affairs, and Government Affairs leaders (including TNMBC efforts).
- Represent U.S. Oncology Public Affairs on cross-functional teams to ensure integrated communications (clinical, commercial, medical, regulatory, access, affiliates).
- Support product launches and key clinical/regulatory milestones; drive global-to-local alignment with Kite Public Affairs.
- Design advocacy partnerships/programs to raise awareness and mobilize patients; serve as primary relationship lead for key advocacy organizations.
- Lead/mentor team; oversee agencies/sponsorships; manage advocacies/partnerships/funding; drive operational excellence.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s + 14+ years (or Master’s + 12+) in biotechnology/pharma/healthcare/advocacy/scientific communications.
- Proven experience leading product-related advocacy tied to clinical data, regulatory milestones, and launch preparation.
- Ability to influence senior leaders, academic experts, and patient advocates; strong written/verbal/interpersonal skills.
- Prior oncology, advocacy, government affairs/policy, or medical affairs experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Global experience outside the U.S.; passion for oncology/public health.
- Digital communications/consumer marketing/analytics/impact measurement; knowledge of advocacy engagement & sponsorship regulations.
Benefits/Compensation (as stated)
- Salary range: Bay Area $243,100–$314,600; Other U.S. $221,000–$286,000. May be eligible for bonus and long-term incentives; paid time off; benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Application Instructions
- Apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
- Own and drive U.S. advocacy strategy for a late-stage oncology asset aligned with commercial planning, clinical milestones, medical priorities, and enterprise objectives.
- Set advocacy vision/priorities/engagement; maintain a cohesive patient narrative (core messaging, data storylines, storytelling tools).
- Advise and partner with senior Commercial, Medical Affairs, and Government Affairs leaders (including TNMBC efforts).
- Represent U.S. Oncology Public Affairs on cross-functional teams to ensure integrated communications (clinical, commercial, medical, regulatory, access, affiliates).
- Support product launches and key clinical/regulatory milestones; drive global-to-local alignment with Kite Public Affairs.
- Design advocacy partnerships/programs to raise awareness and mobilize patients; serve as primary relationship lead for key advocacy organizations.
- Lead/mentor team; oversee agencies/sponsorships; manage advocacies/partnerships/funding; drive operational excellence.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s + 14+ years (or Master’s + 12+) in biotechnology/pharma/healthcare/advocacy/scientific communications.
- Proven experience leading product-related advocacy tied to clinical data, regulatory milestones, and launch preparation.
- Ability to influence senior leaders, academic experts, and patient advocates; strong written/verbal/interpersonal skills.
- Prior oncology, advocacy, government affairs/policy, or medical affairs experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Global experience outside the U.S.; passion for oncology/public health.
- Digital communications/consumer marketing/analytics/impact measurement; knowledge of advocacy engagement & sponsorship regulations.
Benefits/Compensation (as stated)
- Salary range: Bay Area $243,100–$314,600; Other U.S. $221,000–$286,000. May be eligible for bonus and long-term incentives; paid time off; benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Application Instructions
- Apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.