About Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company dedicated to creating a healthier world for all people. For over 35 years, Gilead has pioneered breakthroughs in treating some of the world's most challenging diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19, and cancer. Our innovative therapies have transformed lives, improving patient outcomes and ensuring global access to cutting-edge treatments. Today, Gilead continues to push boundaries in HIV, oncology, and inflammatory diseases, developing novel solutions that address unmet medical needs. With a relentless focus on scientific innovation, collaboration, and determination, Gilead is at the forefront of biopharma, fostering a culture where every employee contributes to life-changing advancements.

Role Overview

The Therapeutic Specialist I position at Gilead Sciences in Hengyang, China, is a dynamic entry-level sales role within our commercial team. This position is pivotal in driving territory sales performance for our portfolio of therapies targeting HIV, oncology, and inflammatory diseases. Reporting to regional sales leadership, you will achieve coverage and frequency targets while building strong relationships with healthcare professionals. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to regional training initiatives, collaborate cross-functionally, and represent Gilead at professional events. Ideal for ambitious professionals with pharmaceutical sales experience, this position combines strategic planning, market intelligence, and compliant promotion to deliver real impact in China's biopharma landscape.

Key Impact Areas

As a Therapeutic Specialist I, you will operate in a high-growth territory, leveraging your expertise to promote Gilead's therapies effectively. This role emphasizes academic promotion, market feedback, and team development, aligning with Gilead's mission to advance global health.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will take ownership of your territory to ensure consistent sales success and strategic execution. Primary responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing territory business plans to achieve coverage, frequency, and sales targets.
• Contributing to regional training programs, enhancing key skills of team members.
• Monitoring sales progress through systems and action plans, regularly measuring success and providing performance feedback.
• Collaborating with external partners for co-promotion and managing budgets for customer contacts, speaker events, and expenditures.
• Representing Gilead at professional events, promoting products, and building academic influence.
• Working cross-functionally with Medical Science Liaisons, National Account Managers, Marketing, and other teams on projects.
• Collecting market dynamics on competitors, products, customers, and reimbursement, providing proactive feedback to management.
• Completing administrative tasks timely, such as updating customer databases and expenses, while ensuring full compliance with Gilead's policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications & Requirements

Gilead seeks candidates who embody our values of integrity, innovation, and collaboration. Key qualifications include:

• A Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant selling experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry; prior experience in HIV, oncology, or inflammatory diseases highly desired.
• Proven expertise in interpersonal skills, relationship-building, influencing, and negotiating.
• Working knowledge of relevant therapeutic areas, industry trends, and competitor practices.
• Solid analytical abilities to identify issues, interpret data, and recommend solutions.
• Excellent cross-departmental communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong resilience under pressure, integrity, diligence, and a passion for innovation.
• Full adherence to Gilead's commercial compliance policy, including laws like the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, Anti-Kickback Statute, and PhRMA guidelines.

Multilingual capabilities, especially in English and Mandarin, are advantageous for this China-based role.

Benefits & Perks

Gilead Sciences offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being:

• Competitive salary estimated at $45,000 - $90,000 USD annually, with performance-based incentives and bonuses.
• Robust health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plans with company matching.
• Generous paid time off, parental leave, and flexible working arrangements.
• Professional development programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement.
• Employee stock purchase plans and wellness initiatives.
• Access to global resources and a collaborative, inclusive culture.

Career Growth

At Gilead, career progression is a priority. As a Therapeutic Specialist I, you will receive mentorship from experienced leaders and opportunities to advance into senior specialist, manager, or cross-functional roles. Our people leaders drive an environment of inclusion, development, and empowerment. With Gilead's expansion in China and focus on oncology and inflammatory diseases, high performers can lead territories, contribute to national strategies, or transition into marketing and medical affairs. Continuous training ensures you stay ahead in biopharma trends.

Why Join Gilead

Joining Gilead means becoming part of a team that's changing lives through science. In Hengyang, you'll contribute directly to making therapies accessible in a key market, fighting HIV, cancer, and inflammatory conditions. Our culture values every 'Gileadian' (吉客), fostering ambition, collaboration, and bold innovation. With a commitment to ethical practices and employee empowerment, Gilead offers not just a job, but a platform to create a healthier future. Experience global impact locally, with resources to thrive.

Role FAQs

What is the work schedule for this role?

This is a full-time position with field-based travel in the Hengyang territory, typically following standard business hours with flexibility for events.

Is relocation assistance provided?

Relocation support may be available for qualified internal candidates; external applicants should inquire during the process.

What therapeutic areas does this role cover?

Focus on Gilead's key areas including HIV, viral hepatitis, oncology, and inflammatory diseases.

How does Gilead support compliance training?

All commercial roles receive ongoing training on Gilead's code of conduct, PhRMA guidelines, and local regulations.

Can current employees apply?

Yes, current Gilead employees and contractors should apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.