Senior Field Activation Specialist - Chicago

Position Overview

• Location Type: Not Specified
• Job Type: Full time
• Salary: Not Specified

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to creating a healthier world for all people by developing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis, and cancer. With operations in over 35 countries and headquarters in Foster City, California, Gilead's mission is to discover, develop, and deliver therapies that improve patient lives worldwide.

As a Senior Field Activation Specialist on Gilead's HIV Prevention team, you will be responsible for representing Gilead's products and services to a defined customer base. Your primary focus will be to increase HIV prevention awareness, activate healthcare practitioners (HCPs) and large accounts, and remove barriers to HIV prevention within a designated geographic area. This role requires advocacy, open discussions about sexual health, and a comprehensive account management approach through in-person interactions, meetings, and strategic partnerships.

You will be expected to quickly build working relationships with healthcare providers, deliver timely disease awareness information, clinical updates, and educate on healthcare changes. The ability to simplify complex clinical concepts for diverse audiences is crucial. Success in this role hinges on strong presentation and communication skills, along with a proven ability to effectively engage with healthcare professionals.

This position supports the Chicago area, covering territories from Downtown to Edgewater, Naperville, and Oak Lawn.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Account Management & Market Expansion Strategy:
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with healthcare providers through various interactions, fostering open dialogue to understand their perspectives and behaviors regarding HIV prevention and the utilization of Gilead's products.
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive territory business plan to meet customer needs and achieve activation goals.
  • Continuously track activation progress and customer journey progression, adapting strategies to meet and exceed targets.
• Product & Disease State Expertise:
  • Possess a thorough understanding of Gilead's products, competitor products, and the complexities of the therapeutic area's disease state.
  • Promote HIV prevention generally and the appropriate use of Gilead products specifically to healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to Corporate, PhRMA, and OIG guidelines.
• Collaboration & Teamwork:
  • Effectively partner with colleagues and stakeholders.

Company Information

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.