Director, Medical Affairs Research
Gilead SciencesUnited States - California - Foster City · full time · Director
$243,100 – $314,600
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What this role is
This director-level role leads medical affairs research strategy for Gilead's oncology portfolio, with responsibility for designing and executing evidence generation studies across late-phase clinical research. The position suits experienced oncology researchers with deep methodological expertise in clinical trials, real-world evidence, or implementation science who can influence across functions and build external partnerships.
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What they ask for
Required
- Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or MPH)
- 10+ years oncology research or medical affairs experience
- Demonstrated publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Experience leading late-phase and collaborative research studies
- Deep expertise in at least one of: interventional research, observational/RWE research, or implementation science
- Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements for medical affairs research
- Scientific credibility and thought leadership in oncology
Nice to have
- Expertise in multiple methodological areas (interventional, observational, implementation science)
- Experience with Integrated Evidence Plans
- Track record as major contributing author on manuscripts and congress submissions
- Global work experience