Director, Medical Affairs - HIV - Central US

Director, Us Medical Affairs HIV Prevention Scientific Expert

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Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients living with life-threatening diseases around the world. Gilead's therapeutic areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer and inflammation, and serious respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.

We have the following exciting opportunity as a remote position:

Director, Us Medical Affairs HIV Prevention Scientific Expert

We are looking for a highly motivated Medical Affairs Director who is passionate about patient-centric care related to pre-exposure prophylaxis for HIV (PrEP) treatment in primary and other care settings. The Director, Us Medical Affairs HIV Prevention Scientific Expert, will play a pivotal role in identifying and engaging with healthcare providers involved in the diagnosis and treatment of HIV and engaging in sexual health and HIV prevention education, with a particular emphasis on integrated delivery network (IDN) and federally qualified health centers (FQHC) outreach.

The role will focus on driving disease state related education and ensuring that IDN/FQHC-level treatment practices (protocols / order sets) are appropriately aligned with the latest evidence. The role will directly engage healthcare decision-makers within IDNs/FQHCs, including through virtual engagement platforms, to provide scientific education and enhance the understanding of HIV testing and prevention. Additionally, this role will collaborate with the US commercial team (i.e., Field Activation Specialists for HIV prevention) to ensure that engagement is aligned with medical objectives and needs.

The candidate must be a self-starter with a proven track record of success in prior roles. They will play a critical and exciting role in helping the US Medical Affairs organization support HIV prevention educational opportunities. This position will report to the UsMA HIV Prevention Field and Strategy Lead and will work cross-functionally with other HIV prevention internal stakeholders.

Essential Duties And Job Functions

• Support the execution of US Medical Affairs goals and objectives related to HIV disease state education and treatment / treatment guidelines, with a focus on IDN and FQHC decision-makers, protocols, and order sets.
• Provide cross-functional input and scientific support to internal stakeholders, including medical, commercial, and market access teams, to ensure the alignment of HIV prevention content across all channels.
• Engage with healthcare decision-makers at an IDN and FQHC level, ensuring that treatment practices, prevention education, guidelines and recommendations reflect the latest evidence and regulatory updates.
• Partner to leverage digital platforms to enhance engagement with healthcare providers (HCPs) and other stakeholders on HIV prevention-related topics, delivering high-impact, evidence-based medical education and ensuring content is scientifically rigorous and aligned with key medical goals and objectives.
• Support the development and delivery of virtual scientific discussions, webinars, and online medical education programs for HCPs, IDNs, and FQHCs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work in partnership with the commercial, regulatory, and medical affairs teams to ensure the seamless integration of medical insights into external engagement strategies.
• Ensure that key medical goals and objectives are communicated effectively to both internal and external stakeholders, translating complex scientific data into actionable information for HCPs, IDNs, and FQHCs.

Scientific Expertise & Thought Leadership

• Stay abreast of the latest HIV prevention research, guidelines, and relevant regulatory updates to ensure content and engagement strategies remain cutting-edge.
• Represent the company in external medical forums and engage with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and HCPs to educate and understand the evolving landscape of HIV prevention.

Compliance & Best Practices

• Ensure all medical content and virtual engagement activities are compliant with Gilead's regulatory, legal, and company standards.
• Maintain high standards for scientific integrity and quality assurance in all deliverables.

Knowledge, Experience And Skills

• MD, DO, NP, PA, PharmD, PhD or other advanced healthcare or life science degrees
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Medical Affairs within the pharmaceutical industry, with a focus on infectious diseases, HIV, vaccines, or COVID-19 related therapeutic areas.
• Strong understanding of the healthcare landscape in the US, including IDNs, HCPs, payers, and policy makers.
• Strong scientific and medical writing skills with excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze complex scientific data and translate it into clear, actionable insights.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a cross-functional team.

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional travel may be required for in-person meetings with clinicians, conferences, and team collaboration.

The salary range for this position is: Bay Area: $243,100.00 - $314,600.00. Other US Locations: $221,000.00 - $286,000.00. 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.