Senior Director, Public Affairs, Oncology Advocacy

Role Overview

• 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

Requirements

• 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

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives
• Paid time off
• Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans