Gilead Sciences - Foster City, CA
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Senior
Foster City, CA
Chemical Manufacturing
About the position
The Associate Director, Commercial Learning & Development - Instructional & Experience Design at Gilead Sciences is responsible for developing and executing the Global Instructional & Experience Design strategy for the Global Commercial Learning and Development Curriculum and Training Programs. This role involves overseeing the management of instructional designers, vendors, and project plans, while leading complex projects and influencing stakeholders across the organization. The position aims to enhance the learner experience and drive business outcomes through innovative learning solutions.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive end-to-end strategy for learning and development assets across the global commercial organization.
- Direct the creation and maintenance of global commercial training programs, including curricula for global stakeholders.
- Lead and mentor a team of Instructional/Curriculum Designers to deliver high-quality, innovative learning solutions.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to effectively influence and collaborate with internal stakeholders, including senior leaders.
- Stay informed on industry trends and integrate advancements in instructional design technology and tools.
- Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships to ensure seamless integration of learning programs within the broader commercial strategy.
- Partner with the Learning Effectiveness team to implement feedback loops and assessment tools for continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree and Ten Years' Experience OR Master's Degree and Eight Years' Experience OR Ph.D. and Two Years' Experience.
- At least 10 years' of experience in the biopharmaceutical and/or healthcare industry with increasing responsibilities.
- Experience working in a global environment with an understanding of curriculum design contextualization based on culture, language, and local context.
- At least 2 years of relevant experience in developing and designing instructional programs and learner experiences.
- Demonstrated expertise in negotiation, influencing, and relationship-building with diverse stakeholders.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to tackle complex and ambiguous problems.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead, negotiate, resolve conflict, and drive consensus.
- Effective communication skills, with experience presenting to executive teams.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver high-impact results.
- Strong project management, change management, and program management skills.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience across global markets (e.g., US, EU, Japan, China).
- Anti-Viral and/or Oncology experience.
- Commercial Learning and Development experience.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
