Associate Director, Global Medical Affairs Phase 4 Research in HIV Treatment

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.

We empower our leaders to step up, share ideas, listen, learn, and lead. We’re welcoming bright, diverse, and imaginative minds; we’re nurturing them to foster an environment of inclusion and growth where innovation is encouraged. We expect our people leaders to model that environment, and to focus on creating inclusion, developing talent, and enabling teams.

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. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company founded in 1987. Together we deliver life-saving therapies to patients in need. With the commitment and drive you bring to the workplace every day, you will be part of a team that is changing the world and helping millions of people live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Our worldwide staff is a close community where you can see the tangible results of your contributions, where every individual matters, and everyone has a chance to enhance their skills through ongoing development.

Our scientific focus has resulted in marketed products that are benefiting hundreds of thousands of people, a pipeline of late-stage drug candidates, and unmatched patient access programs to ensure medications are available to those who could otherwise not afford them.

By joining Gilead, you will further our mission to address unmet medical needs and improve life by advancing the care of patients with life-threatening diseases.

We are seeking a talented Associate Director of Phase 4 Research in HIV Treatment to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in observational, clinical and/or implementation research methods, and a deep understanding of the HIV treatment and virology therapeutic area. The candidate should be able to effectively communicate research findings through abstracts, presentations, and manuscripts.

This position will be based in Foster City.

Specific Job Responsibilities

• Lead and support GMA-led Phase 4 Research studies in HIV Treatment, specifically for B/F/TAF data generation priorities related to the IRA submission, and as articulated through Gilead strategy documents [BVY indication strategic plan (ISP) and 10-year plan], and the integrated evidence plan (IEP)

• Lead and support the development of communications (e.g., abstracts, manuscripts, scientific forum presentations, slide decks) to build the peer reviewed published evidence base from Phase 4 HIV treatment research

• Act as core contributor to Gilead HIV cross-functional data generation efforts

• Serve as core member of BVY IEP working group.

• Lead/co-Lead the B/F/TAF execution team to consolidate and coordinate data generation efforts to ensure IEP alignment and strategic data gap fulfillment of proposed and ongoing research efforts.

• Direct and coordinate creation of B/F/TAF data generation plans (DGPs) and study metric trackers

• Socialize B/F/TAF outputs to cross-functional leadership

• Support the GMA HIV Phase 4 research program proposal review process

• Serve as standing member of the HIV treatment of the global and investigator sponsored research committees (GRC/IRC): provide insight and guidance on study design, methodology and analysis plan feasibility and strategic alignment for study proposals.

• Support external investigators, MSs, GMA and MA stakeholder to develop and submit rigorous research proposals to GRC

• Assess and rate proposals submitted for GMA requests for proposals (RFPs)

• Act as reviewer for study protocols for functional (GMA) and cross-functional protocol review boards.

• Leverage methodologic expertise, research experience and HIV TA knowledge

• Work with KOLs and external investigators, to design, develop and serve as medical affairs global lead for collaborative studies

• Provide high quality technical and methodological support to cross-functional teams to effectively use RW and COA data to optimize treatment practice and improve patient outcomes throughout the lifecycle of our medicines.

• Provide support at advisory boards, conferences and other external meetings.

• Adhere to all applicable pharmaceutical codes, Office of Inspector General (OIG) guidelines, and Gilead policies

Educational and other Requirements

• Advanced degree in a scientific, medical or public health discipline (Ph.D., MD, PharmD)

• 5-8 years’ experience conducting HIV clinical, observational and/or implementation research with specialized training in research methods

• Experience and success with developing research abstracts and peer reviewed manuscripts for publication.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pharma / Biotech Industry experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and reference management software

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex scientific concepts into clear and concise language for diverse audiences.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to critically analyze data and scientific literature..

• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.

Display of Gilead Core Values:

• Integrity (Doing What’s Right)

• Teamwork (Working Together)

• Excellence (Being Your Best)

• Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility)

• Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity)

The salary range for this position is: $191,335.00 - $247,610.00. 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.

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