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.
Job Description
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Gilead Sciences is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and commercialises innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. Our heritage of science and innovation and the curiosity and passion of everyone who works here has enabled us to provide medicines that help transform standards of care for more than 30 years. Gilead’s therapeutic areas of focus include liver diseases, infectious diseases, inflammatory diseases and cancer.
In the context of new pipeline opportunities in HIV as well as a portfolio of hospital anti-infective products, we are seeking a knowledgeable and motivated professional with experience across multiple brands and areas in the pre-launch and post-launch settings.
About the role:
The Senior Medical Manager will focus on developing and executing the medical strategy for HIV in Australia and will be a well-organised and insight-driven results-oriented person.
This role requires close collaboration with national and international colleagues from within Medical Affairs and the extended cross-functional team. This role involves targeted field engagement and works primarily with HCPs.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Develop and execute Medical Affairs activities and scientific projects based on the medical strategy and Plan of Action, in close collaboration with other cross-functional team members.
Develop effective working relationships as the medical expert with cross functional teams.
Develop and conduct insight-driven medical education and communication activities in accordance with identified learning needs, including digital, face-to-face, and print.
Provide strategic support for local Medical Affairs publication planning.
Provide medical leadership to plan and execute Medical Affairs Advisory Programs and provide support as needed to cross-functional HCP advisory boards.
Present scientific and clinical data in a variety of different settings to support the safe and effective use of Gilead products.
Lead the medical and scientific review of local promotional materials.
Work collaboratively and cross-functionally with Gilead personnel in European affiliates, Global Medical Affairs, Clinical Research, Marketing, Market Access, Sales, Regulatory Affairs, Drug Safety, Public and Government Affairs.
Partner with the clinical operations team to provide scientific support to trial sites and ensure sharing of insights.
Serve as internal scientific expert in the therapy area, healthcare landscape, and data on Gilead and competitor medicines.
Represent Gilead with the external multidisciplinary scientific and HCP community.
Develop above-country networks to ensure sharing of key insights, ideas and resources.
Identification of actionable insights from external stakeholders including advisory boards and market research.
Knowledge and Skills:
Advanced scientific or clinical degree
Minimum 5 years experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry preferred
Deep understanding of complex HIV ecosystems
Experience in pre-launch and post-launch settings; HIV knowledge preferred
Demonstrated understanding of patient journeys
Established relationships with HIV networks desired
Strong Medical Affairs acumen
Strategic thinking and ecosystem shaping capability
Leadership in matrix teams
Strong analytical, communication, and influencing skills
Ability to work autonomously
Adherence to regulatory and compliance requirements
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally
Gilead Leadership Commitments:
I Am Bold, I Care, I Listen, I Trust, I Own
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
Gilead Sciences is committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive environment, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
