# Vice President, Federal Government Affairs

Hiring organization: [Gilead Sciences](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/gilead-sciences)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/bfc9acbb-438b-4488-b4b4-d24413e707ea

Listed on Gilead Sciences's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: VP
- Location: Washington, DC

## Summary

This VP-level role leads Gilead's federal government affairs strategy, serving as the chief advocate and strategist for the company's engagement with Congress, federal agencies, and the Administration. The ideal candidate is an experienced government relations leader with deep healthcare policy expertise, strong bipartisan relationships, and the ability to translate complex policy dynamics into actionable business strategy while building and developing a high-performing team.

_Our summary, not Gilead Sciences's wording._

## Required

- 15+ years of progressive leadership in federal government affairs or public policy
- Deep understanding of U.S. healthcare policy, legislative, regulatory, and appropriations processes
- Proven success shaping federal legislative or regulatory outcomes with established relationships across Congress and the Executive Branch
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain bipartisan relationships across multiple administrations
- Experience managing high-performing teams and external partners
- Executive presence and ability to advise senior leaders
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

## Nice to have

- Significant experience in the biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare sector
- Experience with industry trade associations like PhRMA and BIO

Apply on Gilead Sciences's site: https://gilead.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/gileadcareers/job/United-States---District-of-Columbia---Washington/Vice-President--Federal-Government-Affairs_R0053028-2