Senior Director, Public Affairs, Oncology Advocacy

Senior Director leading U.S. advocacy strategy across Gilead’s Oncology portfolio with a focus on late-stage assets.

Posted 4/8/2026full-timeFoster City • California, New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $221,000 - $314,600 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and drive the U.S. advocacy strategy for a late-stage oncology asset
Set vision, priorities, and engagement strategies with advocacy partners
Develop and maintain a cohesive patient narrative
Advise and partner with senior leaders across Commercial, Medical Affairs, and Government Affairs
Represent U.S. Oncology Public Affairs on cross functional teams
Support U.S. product launches and key clinical/regulatory milestones
Drive global to local alignment across Gilead Oncology and Kite Public Affairs
Design and implement advocacy partnerships and programs

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with 14+ years of relevant experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, advocacy, or scientific communications
Master’s degree with 12+ years of experience
Proven experience leading product related advocacy strategies
Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders, academic experts, and patient advocates
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Prior experience in oncology, advocacy, government affairs, policy, or medical affairs

Comp & perks

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Soft Skills

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