Associate Director, Market Access Training

Gilead Sciences

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together. Job Description 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 to come. As a Associate Director, Market Access Training at Gilead you will ... Key responsibilities: · Lead Training Initiatives: Design, deliver, and implement engaging training for market access field and internal teams, including new hire programs. · Drive Launch Success: Plan and execute training for Oncology and Liver product launches. · Support New Talent: Enhance onboarding and continuous learning for new hires and transfers. · Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work with Medical Affairs, Market Access Strategy, Field Teams, Therapeutic Area Training, and Compliance/Legal to ensure accuracy and alignment. · Innovate Learning: Partner with vendors and experts to create curricula using adult learning principles and innovative tools, including AI-driven technologies. · Measure Impact: Monitor training effectiveness and adapt programs to meet evolving business needs. · Manage Resources: Oversee training budgets and ensure alignment with key initiatives. · Foster Collaboration: Coordinate project timelines, drive stakeholder engagement, and build consensus across teams As Associate Director, Market Access Training, you’ll report to the Senior Director of Commercial Learning and Development. You’ll lead the design, implementation, and sustainment of training programs for our Market Access business unit, focusing on Oncology and Liver teams. Your work will prepare and execute future launch training aligned with market access and reimbursement strategy. This role evolves with our business needs and offers flexibility—remote work with travel (25–30%) or headquarters-based with less travel (10-15%).

Requirements

• BS or BA degree with 10+ years of related experience in training and sales management, including 3+ years of Field Sales management experience, and 2+ years of experience in commercial training or health education.

Nice To Haves

• 4+ years in market access (access, reimbursement, or distribution)
• 4+ years in training and development; launch training in biotech/pharma preferred
• Deep understanding of Oncology and Liver/Rare Disease
• Experience as Regional Trainer, Commercial Learning & Development, or similar
• Strong communication, facilitation, and instructional design skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Teams, PowerPoint, Outlook, Copilot)
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple projects and vendors
• Skilled in building consensus and leading collaboration
• Strong problem solving, decision making and analytical skills
• Experience with AI-driven learning tools
• Ability to foster an inclusive, learning-focused culture aligned with Gilead’s values.

Responsibilities

• Lead Training Initiatives: Design, deliver, and implement engaging training for market access field and internal teams, including new hire programs.
• Drive Launch Success: Plan and execute training for Oncology and Liver product launches.
• Support New Talent: Enhance onboarding and continuous learning for new hires and transfers.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work with Medical Affairs, Market Access Strategy, Field Teams, Therapeutic Area Training, and Compliance/Legal to ensure accuracy and alignment.
• Innovate Learning: Partner with vendors and experts to create curricula using adult learning principles and innovative tools, including AI-driven technologies.
• Measure Impact: Monitor training effectiveness and adapt programs to meet evolving business needs.
• Manage Resources: Oversee training budgets and ensure alignment with key initiatives.
• Foster Collaboration: Coordinate project timelines, drive stakeholder engagement, and build consensus across teams

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: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees