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Director, Global Forecasting and Insights- Oncology

Gilead Sciences

Foster City, CA
Full Time
Director
226k-293k
7 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Director, Global Forecasting and Insights- Oncology at Gilead Sciences is responsible for leading market research, forecasting, and analytics activities related to breast cancer and potential pipeline indications. The role involves partnering with senior leadership to inform business decisions, develop long-term forecast models, and support strategic planning within the oncology therapeutic area. The position requires strong collaboration across functions and a deep understanding of the oncology market landscape to drive insights and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with Senior Director, Integrated Insights and Global Strategic Marketing leadership to define global market research priorities to proactively inform upcoming business decisions.
  • Lead qualitative and quantitative primary research across physician, patient, and payer groups.
  • Analyze, synthesize, and guide the organization based on market insights.
  • Analyze secondary data sources (e.g., script data, epidemiology data) to produce summaries, insights/implications, and evaluate potential new sources.
  • Develop and maintain long-term forecast models for key products/indications, including forecasts of epidemiology, competitive market, product share, price, and revenue.
  • Collaborate with regional and local analytics teams, literature resources, competitive intelligence, R&D, pricing, market access, and marketing/sales to incorporate quality data assumptions into forecasting models.
  • Carry out deterministic base-case and scenario modeling, including Monte Carlo simulations, to support decision-making.
  • Manage the execution of quantitative market research (e.g., discrete-choice conjoint) to inform revenue forecasting via predictive patient share modeling.
  • Present complex data and insights to senior leadership, simplifying technical information for diverse audiences.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree and twelve years of experience, or Master's Degree and ten years of experience, or PhD and eight years of experience.
  • Experience in successfully influencing senior cross-functional partners and driving consensus.
  • Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to build relationships with stakeholders, peers, and teams.
  • Experience presenting to senior leadership and managing diverse viewpoints.
  • Ability to communicate complex quantitative data clearly and effectively.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel, for data presentation.
  • Experience with global sales and marketing organizations and pharmaceutical data sources such as patient claims, EMR/EHR, lab data, and chart audits.
  • Experience in conducting commercial analytics, market research, and patient-based revenue modeling.
  • Strong project management skills including planning, prioritization, and execution.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with epidemiology data analysis.
  • Knowledge of oncology therapeutic area, especially breast cancer.
  • Experience with advanced statistical modeling and scenario analysis.

Qualifications

  • Educational qualifications as specified in requirements: Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD with relevant experience.

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive salary range of $226,185 - $292,710, with potential for discretionary annual bonus and stock-based long-term incentives.
  • Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
  • Paid time off and comprehensive benefits package.

Working at Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences fosters an inclusive work environment that values diversity, collaboration, and innovation. The company is committed to creating a culture where every employee feels included, developed, and empowered to fulfill their aspirations. Gilead emphasizes respect for individual differences, promotes a harassment-free workplace, and celebrates the contributions of its diverse workforce.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 31, 2025
Job CategoryMarket Research
Salary226k-293k
Job TypeFull Time
ExperienceDirector

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About Gilead Sciences

Website

gilead.com

Location

Foster City, CA

Industry

Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing

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