About Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical leader dedicated to creating a healthier world for all. For over 35 years, Gilead has pioneered therapies for HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19, cancer, oncology, and inflammatory diseases. Headquartered in Foster City, California, the company drives scientific innovation to address the world's biggest health challenges. Gilead's portfolio includes groundbreaking antivirals and novel treatments that have transformed patient lives globally. With a commitment to collaboration, determination, and accessibility, Gilead ensures life-changing therapies reach those in need. Joining Gilead means contributing to bold ambitions in virology, oncology, and beyond.

Role Overview

The Executive Director, Asset Team Leader - Virology, is a pivotal leadership role at Gilead Sciences in Foster City, California. This position leads cross-functional teams managing multiple assets across respiratory, transplant, and pandemic viral diseases, from early-phase development to marketed products. As a Gilead Asset Team Leader (GATL), you will drive integrated strategies encompassing development, manufacturing, commercialization, and lifecycle management. This role demands an enterprise mindset, fostering high-performing teams and ensuring alignment with Gilead's mission to innovate in virology and related fields.

Strategic Impact in Virology

In this role, you will shape the future of Gilead's virology portfolio, building on the company's legacy in HIV and extending to emerging threats like respiratory and pandemic viruses. Your leadership will ensure scientific and commercial viability, setting clear Go/No Go decisions for the Portfolio Committee.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Gilead asset teams in executing cohesive strategies while aligning with broader organizational goals. Key duties include resource assessment, timeline management, and risk mitigation. Foster cross-functional collaboration, enabling transparent information flow and shared vision. Take accountability for milestones, monitoring against Target Product Profile (TPP), Asset Plan, and Lifecycle Plan (LCP). Develop global strategies adapting to evolving clinical, regulatory, and commercial landscapes. Act as a decision facilitator, resolving high-impact issues and communicating with senior leadership. Build inclusive teams that drive productive debate and execution. Engage stakeholders, ensure operational excellence, and advocate for asset strategies scientifically.

Portfolio and Therapeutic Area Alignment

Collaborate with Therapeutic Area Leaders and Business Development to inform disease area strategies, from discovery to lifecycle planning, enhancing Gilead's work in virology, oncology, and inflammatory diseases.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or business discipline, with advanced degrees such as MD, PharmD, or PhD strongly preferred. Expertise in drug development, particularly virology, respiratory, transplant, or pandemic diseases, is essential. Proven cross-functional leadership in global initiatives, managing multidisciplinary teams without direct authority, is required. Demonstrate exceptional communication, organizational skills, and the ability to influence senior leaders. A track record of high-impact performance in pharmaceutical or biotech, with comprehensive understanding of asset lifecycle management, sets top candidates apart.

Leadership Capabilities

Success requires an enterprise perspective for complex decisions, integrating discovery, development, regulatory, and commercial elements across all phases.

Benefits & Perks

Gilead Sciences offers a premium compensation package, including competitive base salary, bonuses, and equity. Comprehensive benefits encompass medical, dental, vision coverage, and robust wellness programs. Employees enjoy generous PTO, retirement savings with company match, and family leave policies. Access cutting-edge facilities in Foster City, with hybrid work options. Professional development includes leadership training, tuition reimbursement, and conference opportunities. Gilead prioritizes inclusion, offering employee resource groups and mental health support.

Career Growth

As a people leader at Gilead, you drive culture evolution, empowering teams for aspirations. This role positions you for executive advancement in biopharma, leveraging Gilead's global pipeline in HIV, oncology, inflammatory diseases, and virology. Mentorship from senior leaders and exposure to governance bodies accelerate growth. Gilead invests in talent, providing stretch assignments and innovation platforms.

Why Join Gilead

Join a mission-driven company tackling HIV, oncology, inflammatory diseases, and viral threats. In Foster City, collaborate with top scientists on therapies improving millions of lives. Gilead's inclusive culture values diverse perspectives, fostering innovation. Make a direct impact on global health, with resources to succeed. Every employee plays a critical role in scientific breakthroughs and access to therapies worldwide.

Role FAQs

What therapeutic areas does this role cover?

Respiratory, transplant, and pandemic viral diseases, aligning with Gilead's virology expertise.

Is relocation support provided?

Gilead offers competitive relocation packages for eligible roles.

What is the team structure?

Cross-functional, including R&D, regulatory, commercial, and manufacturing experts.

How does this role contribute to Gilead's mission?

By leading asset strategies that advance therapies for unmet needs in virology and beyond.

What makes Gilead unique?

Relentless innovation in HIV, oncology, inflammatory diseases, with a focus on global access.