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The Market Research Associate Director will be a main point of contact for their assigned areas of responsibility for our product's marketing / commercial team. The position will plan, prioritize ...

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The Market Research Associate Director will be a main point of contact for their assigned areas of responsibility for our product's marketing / commercial team. The position will plan, prioritize ...

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The Market Research Associate Director will be a main point of contact for their assigned areas of responsibility for our product's marketing / commercial team. The position will plan, prioritize ...

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... survey, and moderator guide development. * Direct all aspects of primary research execution ... Market Analysis, and Product Management. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, SKILL AND/OR COMPETENCY ...

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How much do director market research moderator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for director market research moderator in the United States is $119,966.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,000.00 and $141,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by a director market research moderator when managing multiple research projects simultaneously?

As a Director Market Research Moderator, one of the main challenges is balancing multiple projects with varying timelines, client expectations, and research objectives. Coordinating logistics, recruiting participants, and ensuring each study maintains high methodological standards can be demanding. Effective time management and clear communication with both internal teams and clients are essential to navigate these complexities. Additionally, adapting moderation styles to suit different audiences and research topics while maintaining consistency in data quality is a critical part of the role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director market research moderator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director Market Research Moderator, you need expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods, strong analytical abilities, and a relevant degree such as in marketing or social sciences. Familiarity with research platforms, data analysis software (like SPSS or Qualtrics), and industry-standard moderation tools is expected. Exceptional communication, active listening, and facilitation skills help in engaging participants and extracting meaningful insights. These skills are crucial for designing effective studies, accurately interpreting consumer feedback, and guiding strategic business decisions.

What is the difference between Director Market Research Moderator vs Market Research Analyst?

AspectDirector Market Research ModeratorMarket Research Analyst
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Market Research, Business, or related fields; often with experience in moderationBachelor's or Master's in Marketing, Business, or related fields; focus on data analysis
Work EnvironmentLeads research projects, moderates focus groups, manages teamsAnalyzes data, prepares reports, supports research projects
Industry UsageUsed in market research firms, corporations, agenciesCommon in marketing departments, research firms, consulting

The main difference is that the Director Market Research Moderator oversees entire research projects and moderates focus groups, while the Market Research Analyst primarily analyzes data and supports research activities. The director has more leadership responsibilities and strategic input, whereas analysts focus on data interpretation and reporting.

What is a director market research moderator?

A Director Market Research Moderator is a senior professional responsible for overseeing and conducting qualitative research sessions such as focus groups, interviews, and panels. They guide discussions to gather insights on consumer attitudes, behaviors, and preferences, shaping strategic recommendations for businesses. In addition to moderating sessions, they often manage research teams, design research methodologies, and ensure that findings are accurately interpreted and communicated to stakeholders. Their role is pivotal in influencing product development, marketing strategies, and overall business decisions.
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Infographic showing various Director Market Research Moderator job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 1% Physical, 32% Hybrid, and 67% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,966 per year, or $57.7 per hour.

Director Market Research, Integrated Insights

Gilead

Foster City, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago


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8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 86 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

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

Market Research plays a critical role in bringing the voice of customers into the organization, translating their needs, experiences, and behaviors into meaningful insights that inform strategy development and support strong commercial execution. By grounding decisions in a deep understanding of customers and the evolving marketplace, As Director Market Research, Integrated Insightsyou will help guide business priorities, shape brand and portfolio strategies, and enable teams to act with greater clarity, confidence, and impact.

The Director Market Research, Integrated Insightsrole will be based in Foster City, CA and will report to the Sr Director, Marketing Sciences.

As the Director, Market Research Integrated Insights at Gilead you will:

  • Partner with key stakeholders to design and execute market research that directly informs strategy and drives growth objectives for HIV Treatment (Biktarvy and pipeline products)

  • Lead endtoend qualitative and quantitative market research among Patients, including objective setting, study design, vendor selection and oversight, data collection, analysis, interpretation, and storytelling

  • Develops relevant and compelling presentation of market research insights for key stakeholders, including brand leadership and senior management

  • Keep abreast of key market events and works to understand potential impact

  • Collaborate with diverse counterparts (Commercial and Sales Analytics, Forecasting, Global, Managed Markets, Brand), to understand sales and market trends and, as appropriate, recommend corrective courses of action or additional market

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree and Twelve Years' Experience
  • OR
  • Masters' Degree and Ten Years' Experience
  • OR
  • PhD and Eight Years' Experience


Preferred Qualifications:

  • 12+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree required; MBA or other advanced degree preferred

  • 8+ years of experience in market research, marketing sciences, strategic consulting, or related roles within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry

  • Experience in rare disease markets is a plus, but not required

  • Significant experience conducting quantitative and qualitative primary and secondary market research is required.

  • In-depth experience designing and conducting quantitative and qualitative primary and secondary market research. Demonstrated ability to ramp quickly and acquire in-depth knowledge and experience in a competitive market

  • Demonstrated ability to apply market research as a strategic advantage to inform commercial decisionmaking across inline brands and launches, particularly in ambiguous or evolving market environments

  • Strong data analytical, interpretive, and storytelling skills. Ability to meaningfully portray and effectively communicate complex data in an easy-to-understand format

  • Strong interpersonal skills with ability to lead, interact with, influence others, focus, resolve conflict and drive consensus among individuals from a variety of cultures and disciplines. Ability to work with a variety of personalities and skillsets

  • Strong communication and presentation skills with an ability to efficiently and productively communicate both orally and in writing both to peers and brand leadership are required

  • Excellent project management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines in an environment of competing and changing priorities. Must have strong task management skills to include planning, prioritization, objective setting, and meeting management and plan execution

  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills

  • Ability to travel up to 10% of time

People Leader Accountabilities:

  • Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.
  • Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and realize their purpose.
  • Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.


The salary range for this position is: $226,185.00 - $292,710.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

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.


For jobs in the United States:

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 ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.comfor assistance.


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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.


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