Medical Science Liaison (British Columbia)

Job Description

Being Here Matters!
At Gilead you are a part of a rapidly growing science- driven organization, working together to revolutionize healthcare. We are energetic leaders and strategic entrepreneurs going above and beyond for patients, making the impossible a reality. We are passionate about improving lives and bringing urgently needed medicines to patients and you have the chance to be a part of this difference.
Gilead Sciences is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated professional capable of working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment. The successful candidate will assume a full-time employment role in the capacity of Medical Science Liaison in Gilead`s oncology team, primarily focused on breast cancer.

The Role:
• Implements defined goals and objectives aligned with the Medical Affairs Plan of Action and other strategic initiatives within the Oncology therapeutic area
• Responds to clinical inquiries regarding marketed or developmental Gilead products.
• Develops and presents complex scientific and clinical data related to Gilead products.
• Identifies and develops regional and national opinion leaders to support Gilead products through personal contacts and on-site visits.
• Establishes strong relationships with opinion leaders, clinical investigators and healthcare professionals at academic and non-academic settings.
• Works on Gilead phase 3/phase 4 programs that include collaboration with investigators and Gilead personnel.
• Provides input into site selection for both phase 4 and other clinical trials.
• Anticipates obstacles and difficulties that may arise in the field and resolves them in a collaborative manner.
• The candidate works collaboratively with Gilead personnel in Sales, Marketing, Market Access, Clinical Research, Global Safety and Global Medical Affairs.
• Utilizes scientific resources to deliver impactful presentations in a variety of settings.
• The incumbent travels to appointments, meetings and conferences on a frequent and regular basis, occasionally with short notice.
• Must have the ability to work as a member of several teams that may overlap such as national MS team, regional sales team, national accounts, and others.
• Well-developed experience in preparing and delivering presentations is required.
• Experience in the management or investigation of clinical trials is required.
• Exhibits Gilead’s core values: integrity, inclusion, teamwork, accountability, and excellence.

Critical Competencies:
• Advanced health sciences degree (M.D., Pharm. D., PhD are preferred) with a minimum of 5 years of experience in healthcare or pharmaceutical industry
• A minimum of 3 years’ recent experience within Oncology and/or Hematology is required, preferably within solid tumours including breast cancer and previous experience with a product launch is preferable
• Excellent project management ability and organizational skills, including the management of multiple priorities and resources
• Excellent judgment and personal initiative are required
• Ability to embrace Gilead’s leadership commitments and patient-centric values, including highest ethical and compliance standards
• Strategic mindset with a focus on collaboration and excellence
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required, along with the ability to understand, analyse and communicate medical concepts in a clear and concise way.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Ability to successfully navigate fast and dynamic situations where there is ambiguity, uncertainty, and change
• Must have knowledge of and be willing to comply with all regulatory/compliance policies.
• Must be able to maintain a current professional licensure consistent with degree in province of residence.
• Ability to travel 70% of the time; domestic and international travel is required, including potential attendance at conferences which may include occasional weekend travel, once travel restrictions are eased.