Gilead Sciences

Senior Field Activation Specialist - Houston

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Pharmaceuticals, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and demonstrate at least 5 years of experience in field activation, sales, or a related role. Strong communication and presentation skills are essential, along with the ability to build relationships with healthcare providers and understand complex clinical concepts. The candidate must reside in Houston or New Orleans territory for consideration.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Field Activation Specialist, you will represent Gilead’s products and services to a defined customer base, focusing on raising HIV prevention awareness and activating healthcare practitioners and large accounts. You will engage in open dialogue about sexual health, deliver timely disease awareness information and clinical updates, and develop a territory business plan to achieve activation goals. This role involves establishing relationships with healthcare providers, monitoring activation progress, and adapting strategies to meet targets, all while adhering to relevant guidelines.

Skills

Field Activation
Customer Engagement
Biopharmaceutical Knowledge
HIV Prevention
Medical Product Representation

Gilead Sciences

Develops and commercializes biopharmaceuticals

About Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing medicines for various medical conditions, including HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer, inflammatory and respiratory diseases, and cardiovascular issues. The company conducts extensive research and development to create new therapies, which are then marketed to healthcare providers, hospitals, and pharmacies after receiving regulatory approval. Gilead differentiates itself from competitors through its strong commitment to R&D and strategic partnerships, such as with SAP Ariba, to enhance its operations and product offerings. The company's goal is to improve health equity and access to care globally, working with communities to ensure that its medicines reach those in need.

Foster City, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1987Year Founded
$15,873.6MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid family time off and paid parental time off
Generous 401(k) contribution matching
Comprehensive medical plans that cover both physical and mental healthcare
Global Wellbeing Reimbursement
Time Off
Global Volunteer Day
Giving Together Program
Employee Support Programs
Flexible Work Options

Risks

Increased competition in HIV treatment from ViiV Healthcare's expanding drug portfolio.
Regulatory scrutiny over drug pricing could impact Gilead's U.S. market operations.
Patent expirations, like Truvada's, lead to increased generic competition and revenue loss.

Differentiation

Gilead's lenacapavir is recognized as the 2024 Breakthrough of the Year for HIV care.
Partnerships with LEO Pharma and Tubulis enhance Gilead's focus on inflammatory and cancer therapies.
Gilead's commitment to health equity initiatives like COMPASS and HepConnect sets it apart.

Upsides

Gilead's strategic partnerships expand its reach in inflammatory and oncology drug markets.
Investment in digital health technologies enhances Gilead's R&D and patient engagement.
Focus on sustainability improves Gilead's operational efficiency and corporate reputation.

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