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.
Job Description
- Manage the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of learning programs that support compliance requirements, employee development, and operational excellence initiatives.
- Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and external vendors to design, develop, and deploy instructor-led, virtual, and e-learning training programs.
- Support the planning, coordination, and administration of training activities, including scheduling, documentation, and Learning Management System (LMS) maintenance.
- Maintain training records and ensure training materials are current, accurate, and aligned with business and compliance requirements.
- Lead or support communication efforts related to learning programs, including updating SharePoint sites and internal communication platforms.
- Develop and distribute training and communication materials, including presentations, workbooks, job aids, newsletters, emails, flyers, and videos.
- Support the creation and enhancement of e-learning content and other technology-based learning solutions.
- Partner with stakeholders to identify training needs and support the development of effective learning solutions.
- Evaluate training effectiveness through assessments, learner feedback, metrics, and other monitoring activities.
- Generate training reports and support analysis of learning data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Support initiatives to increase learner engagement and awareness of available development opportunities.
- Ensure training activities are conducted in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements, company policies, and quality standards.
- Apply knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality systems, and cGMP requirements to support compliant learning programs.
- Assist with the implementation and adoption of new learning technologies and innovative training methods.
- Support departmental and organizational projects as assigned by the Head of Central Quality Learning and Performance.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Manufacturing, Operations, and other business partners to support training and performance objectives.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Demonstrates understanding of training, instructional design, communication, and/or education.
- Demonstrates understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing and quality assurance.
- Demonstrates working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
- Demonstrates functional and process knowledge to support training programs.
- Demonstrates strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience developing, managing, or supporting e-learning content and learning technologies.
- Familiarity with instructional design tools (e.g., Articulate, Synthesia), video development platforms, and other innovative learning solutions is preferred.
- Demonstrated willingness to learn and apply new technologies is essential.
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Communications, Life Sciences, Business, Quality, or a related discipline with at least 5 years of relevant experience;
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- Master’s degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience.
- Experience supporting learning programs, training coordination, instructional design, communications, or education-related initiatives.
- Prior experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or regulated manufacturing industry.
- Understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality assurance, and compliance training.
- Working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
- Experience developing, managing, or supporting e-learning content and learning technologies.
- Familiarity with instructional design and digital learning tools such as:
- Articulate
- Synthesia
- Video development platforms
- Learning Management Systems
- SharePoint
- Experience creating training communications, presentations, newsletters, videos, and learner engagement materials.
For additional benefits information, visit:
https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing
* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
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Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.
For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster.
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Gilead Sciences will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law.
Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.
Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.
For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:
Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Communications, Life Sciences, Business, Quality, or related discipline with at least 5 years of relevant experience
- Master's degree in a related discipline with at least 3 years of relevant experience (alternative to Bachelor's + 5 years)
- Experience supporting learning programs, training coordination, instructional design, communications, or education-related initiatives
- Experience creating and deploying instructor-led, virtual, and e-learning training programs and materials
- Experience with Learning Management System (LMS) administration and maintenance, and maintaining training records
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality systems, and cGMP requirements to support compliant learning programs
Gilead Sciences Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Gilead Sciences and has not been reviewed or approved by Gilead Sciences.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive and fair relative to roles, frequently cited as a standout strength. Feedback suggests compensation compares well within biotech and is a notable reason employees feel valued.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Stock awards and an employee stock purchase program are consistently described as meaningful parts of total compensation. Equity components are seen as accessible and enhance long‑term wealth building.
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Retirement Support — A strong company 401(k) match with immediate vesting is often singled out as a differentiator. This support is perceived to significantly boost long‑term financial security.
Gilead Sciences Insights
What We Do
The way we see it, the impossible is not impossible. It’s simply what hasn’t been achieved yet. For more than 30 years, we’ve pursued it, chased it down, tackled it for answers and surrounded it for a way in. We have worked tirelessly to bring forward medicines for life-threatening diseases. Creating Possible drives everything we do. It’s evident in our mission and core values. This is how we built a culture of excellence that is fueled by a passion for improving lives of people around the world. For us, nothing is impossible – because of the people we work with, the communities we stand with and the partners we push forward with. Our ~12,000 employees band together through science, grit, compassion and courage to prove the impossible wrong. At Gilead, the tangible results of your contributions are evident. Where every individual matters. Where all employees can enhance their skills through ongoing development. And where we start every day with one question: “What’s next?” Social Media Guidelines: https://gilead.inc/3t1m7d5
