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Senior Manager - Medical Project Management
Spain - MadridMedical AffairsRegularDescripción del trabajo
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Job Description
Sr Manager, Medical Affairs Project Management
We are seeking a knowledgeable and motivated professional capable of working effectively in a cross-functional team environment. The successful candidate will assume a full-time employment as a Senior Manager, Gilead HIV in the Medical Affairs department, and report to the HIV Medical Director.
This role requires very close collaboration with national and international colleagues within Medical Affairs and the extended cross-functional team. The role is office-based in Madrid and requires national and international travel (including internal meetings and external scientific conferences).
Specific responsibilities:
- Executes Medical Affairs activities and scientific projects based on the medical strategy and Plan of Action, in close collaboration with other medical team members. Will be involved in the planning and development of the local Medical Affairs plan in the Therapeutic Area.
- Works with the cross-functional brand team.
- Develops and conducts medical education and communication activities, including digital, face-to-face, and print.
- Is involved in scientific publication activities.
- Is a company representative to groups of experts, medical professional groups, societies, patient representatives, regulatory groups, and represents the company at national and international scientific meetings.
- Establishes and maintains strong working relationships with external medical experts locally and internationally, including academic societies.
- Plans and conducts Advisory Boards as needed to obtain insights.
- Presents scientific and clinical data in a variety of different settings.
- Works collaboratively with Gilead personnel in European affiliates, Global Medical Affairs, Clinical Research, Marketing, Market Access, Sales, Regulatory Affairs, Drug Safety, Public and Government Affairs.
- Supports the generation of scientific data through collaboration with the Gilead personnel in R&D and Clinical Operations, site support in clinical trials, and by developing local clinical trials including study protocols, as needed.
- Is involved in supporting and coordinating Investigator Sponsored Trials - including collaboration with investigators and internal Gilead personnel.
Specific Job Requirements
- Advanced scientific degree (MS, PhD, PharmD, MBA).
- Excellent clinical and scientific understanding of virology, desirable with former experience in the HIV area.
- At least 5 years of experience in a relevant medical/scientific role, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
- 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, in Spanish and English, along with the ability to understand, analyze 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.
- Excellent organizational skills including attention to detail and prioritization.
- Ability to work in a cross-functional matrix.
- Preferably experience of working in an international environment.
Knowledge/Skills
- Must have thorough understanding of departmental and company policies, processes.
- Must be an expert in one or more of the functions listed above.
- Must have demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams.
- Must have demonstrated success in developing/growing a functional area.
- Must have demonstrated success in working closely with management to develop effective and creative solutions to complex problems.
- Must have demonstrated success in mentoring colleagues, improving their skills and expanding their abilities/knowledge.
- Must have demonstrated ability to influence individuals, groups outside immediate control.
- Must have ability to manage highly complex multiple projects simultaneously.
Specific Education and Experience Requirements
Typically requires an advanced degree (MS, PhD, PharmD, MBA) and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
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