About Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical leader dedicated to creating a healthier world for all people. For over 35 years, Gilead has tackled some of the world's biggest health challenges, including HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19, and cancer. The company has achieved groundbreaking milestones, such as a cure for hepatitis C, revolutionary improvements in HIV treatment and prevention, and advancements in therapies for viral, inflammatory diseases, and certain cancers. Headquartered in Foster City, California, Gilead's mission drives relentless innovation, ensuring access to life-changing therapies globally. With a $13B HIV Business Unit, Gilead continues to set bold ambitions in confronting public health crises and improving patient lives for generations.

Role Overview

As Director, HIV Franchise Marketing, OLP Peer-to-Peer Strategy – HIV PrEP, you will lead the development and execution of innovative peer-to-peer initiatives that engage healthcare professionals (HCPs) and drive impact across Gilead's HIV PrEP Business Unit. This highly visible role influences strategies for education, awareness, and adoption of best practices in patient care. Reporting to the Senior Director, HIV Franchise Marketing – Opinion Leader Programming (OLP), you will partner with diverse stakeholders including marketing teams, Legal, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Field Leadership, and external vendors. Ideal candidates are strategic thinkers with proven leadership in speaker bureau management, peer-to-peer content creation, and a compliance-first mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Your role demands strategic vision and flawless execution. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing strategic and tactical plans for peer-to-peer programming in virtual and live formats, aligned with business objectives.
• Translating complex scientific and clinical insights into actionable commercial strategies and engaging programs.
• Monitoring program effectiveness via dashboards and metrics, then implementing data-driven improvements.
• Collaborating cross-functionally with marketing, medical, sales, and field leadership for coordinated, high-impact execution.
• Navigating internal review processes to ensure all materials meet regulatory and legal standards.
• Providing innovative thinking through presentations for internal and external audiences.
• Managing agency partnerships and budgets for effective initiative delivery.
• Tracking HIV landscape trends to identify opportunities and recommend opinion leader engagement strategies.
• Contributing to long- and short-term brand strategies for the U.S. HIV PrEP Business Unit.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed, you need:

• Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree with 12 years' experience, Master's Degree with 10 years', or PhD/PharmD with 8 years' in pharma/biotech marketing or medical affairs.
• Key Competencies: Strategic leadership, project management excellence, cross-functional collaboration, regulatory expertise, exceptional communication, and industry success in specialty categories like HIV.
• Proven ability to simplify complex scientific topics, deliver compelling content, and drive HCP engagement while maintaining compliance.

Gilead seeks passionate leaders ready to make a direct impact in a collaborative environment.

Benefits & Perks

Gilead offers a premium total rewards package designed to support your well-being and professional growth:

• Competitive base salary with performance incentives and equity opportunities.
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs.
• 401(k) with generous company match and financial planning services.
• Flexible paid time off, parental leave, and hybrid work options.
• Tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and employee stock purchase plans.
• Access to on-site fitness centers, childcare support, and volunteer programs.

Career Growth

At Gilead, every employee deserves a great leader. As a people leader, you'll drive cultural evolution, fostering inclusion, development, and empowerment. This Director role positions you for advancement within the HIV Franchise, broader marketing leadership, or executive positions. Gilead invests in your growth through mentorship, training, and bold projects that challenge you to innovate in HIV, oncology, and inflammatory diseases.

Why Join Gilead

Joining Gilead means contributing to therapies that transform lives. Be part of a team united in fighting HIV through PrEP advancements, oncology breakthroughs, and inflammatory disease solutions. Work in Foster City, California, with collaborative teams, state-of-the-art facilities, and a culture of determination. Gilead's bold ambitions offer unparalleled impact, professional fulfillment, and the chance to create possible together.

Role FAQs

What is the reporting structure?

This role reports to the Senior Director, HIV Franchise Marketing – Opinion Leader Programming for the U.S. HIV Business Unit.

Is travel required?

Yes, occasional travel for live events, HCP engagements, and cross-functional meetings.

What makes this role unique?

It directly influences a $13B business unit with high visibility and strategic input on peer-to-peer strategies in HIV PrEP.

Are there remote work options?

Gilead supports hybrid models, balancing in-office collaboration with flexibility.

How does Gilead support compliance?

A compliance-first culture with robust training and processes ensures all activities meet regulatory standards.