Sr Director, Medical Affairs

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.

We are seeking a talented Senior Director of Medical Affairs Research in our virology and inflammation group, the Liver, Inflammation, Respiratory Viruses, and Established Products (LIVE) group. This leadership position manages a team of scientists and project managers, driving the development and lead execution of Gilead’s Phase 4 research strategy, aligning it with clinical development plans and overarching asset strategy, serving as study lead for key interventional and observational Phase 4 studies in LIVE, and overseeing the LIVE investigator-sponsored research program.

The role is based in Foster City.

• Medical degree and/or advanced degree in a scientific, medical or public health discipline (Ph.D., MD, Pharm
  
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• 10+ years of experience leading and conducting interventional (clinical and/or implementation) research in virology with specialized training in research methods.
• Proven publication track record for research abstracts presented at major conferences and high-impact peer reviewed journals.
• Experienced manager, including direct reports and cross‑functional teams engaged in specific research studies and/or other projects and work streams.

• Research and/or clinical experience in therapeutic areas covered under LIVE.
• Community-based, PRO, qualitative and/or mixed methods research experience.
• Pharma / Biotech industry experience.
• Proficiency in statistical and qualitative data analysis software packages, 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.

• Create Inclusion – knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way you…