Associate Director, HIV Franchise Marketing, HIV Speaker Bureau and Congress Strategy

Gilead Sciences • Foster City, CA

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About The Position

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 world’s 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. As a Associate Director, HIV Franchise Marketing, HIV Speaker Bureau and Congress Strategy, at Gilead you will lead high-impact initiatives that elevate Gilead’s presence in the HIV Treatment and Prevention space. This role is responsible for shaping and executing strategies that drive meaningful engagement with healthcare professionals through speaker bureau programs and major scientific and advocacy conferences. The successful candidate will combine strategic vision with operational excellence to deliver compliant, innovative, and impactful experiences that advance education and strengthen brand leadership. Working cross-functionally with Marketing, Medical Affairs, Compliance, and Field teams, this position offers an opportunity to influence market direction, manage complex programs, and create integrated strategies that connect scientific insights with commercial objectives.

Requirements

• Strategic Leadership & Innovation: Ability to design and execute speaker bureau and conference strategies that align with brand objectives and drive engagement.
• Project Management Excellence: Proven ability to manage complex programs, timelines, budgets, and vendors with precision and accountability.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Skilled at partnering with Marketing, Medical Affairs, Compliance, and Field teams to deliver integrated, high-impact initiatives.
• Exceptional Communication Skills: Ability to simplify complex scientific concepts and deliver clear, compelling presentations and written content.
• Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Entrepreneurial mindset with confidence in navigating fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Digital & Conference Strategy Acumen: Experience leveraging digital tools and innovative approaches to enhance conference presence and engagement.
• Bachelor's Degree and Ten Years' Experience OR Masters' Degree and Eight Years' Experience OR PhD/PharmD and Five Years' Experience

Nice To Haves

• Ability to travel up to 30%, domestically to conferences, advisory boards, and agency meetings
• Must be comfortable with sensitive topics within HIV market
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related fields
• Familiarity with marketing fundamentals, strategy, sales and commercial policies and practices.
• Previous experience in pharmaceutical sales desired.
• MBA or other advanced business or public health degree is desired.
• HIV experience and relationships is preferred

Responsibilities

• Speaker Bureau Management & Training Lead strategy and execution for HIV speaker bureaus both Treatment and PrEP, including training plans, content development, and compliance oversight.
• Manage speaker contracting and vendor partnerships; monitor program effectiveness and implement improvements.
• Partner with Commercial Operations, Compliance, and Field Leadership on bureau sizing, budgeting, and updates.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with bureau speakers and ensure alignment across Treatment and Prevention teams.
• Conference Strategy & Execution Lead scientific conference strategy for HIV in collaboration with Medical Affairs, Marketing, and global teams to deliver integrated impactful presence
• Drive planning and execution of Key HIV conferences, including booth design collaboration, advertising, digital strategy, and cross-functional coordination.
• Operational Excellence Manage agency relationships and budgets to deliver high-quality programs.
• Establish systems, metrics, and processes for speaker bureau and conference initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees