Medical Scientist- Ohio

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
 

At Gilead our pursuit of a healthier world for all people has yielded a cure for hepatitis C, revolutionary improvements in HIV treatment and prevention as well as advancements in therapies for viral and inflammatory diseases and certain cancers.

We set and achieve bold ambitions in our fight against the world’s most devastating diseases, united in our commitment to confronting the largest public health challenges of our day and improving the lives of patients for generations to come.

This role will be field based in the US, with the applicant located in Ohio. The territory includes Ohio.

The MSL will report to the USMA Mid Atlantic HIV Field Director and will support field-facing activities related to the USMA Plans of Action and objective based outcomes for HIV Treatment and HIV Prevention. The incumbent is an experienced, well-organized, results-oriented healthcare professional who will develop ongoing professional relationships related to HIV Treatment and Prevention and provide scientific support to key healthcare decision-makers in public health and academic institutions, along with community and community healthcare providers throughout the assigned geography.

As a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) , at Gilead you will

Job Description

Deliver timely, accurate, and succinct clinical, scientific, and educational presentations to healthcare providers in HIV Treatment and Prevention, both proactively and in response to requests for information, consistent with PhRMA guidelines, and FDA regulatory requirements

Implement defined goals and objectives aligned with the Medical Affairs Plan of Action and other strategic initiatives

Develop strategic plans for cultivating and maintaining working relationships with existing and future thought leaders in the assigned region

Provide timely insights to the strategy and competitive intelligence teams regarding treatment practice and trends observed in field interactions.

Participate in advisory boards and educational programs, including speaker training sessions and clinical conferences.

Collaborate appropriately with colleagues across other functional areas, including Global Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Clinical Operations,

Strategic Operations, Government and Public Affairs, Commercial, and Marketing.

Utilizes scientific field tools resources to deliver impactful presentations in a variety of different settings.

Complete required administrative and training procedures in a timely fashion (e.g., required policy and learning modules, expense reports,

documentation of healthcare provider interactions, etc.)

Adhere to all applicable pharmaceutical codes, Office of Inspector General (OIG) guidelines, and Gilead policies.

Responds to clinical inquiries regarding marketed or developmental Gilead products.

Develops and presents complex scientific and clinical data for these products.

Identifies and develops regional and national opinion leaders to support Gilead products and trains Gilead approved speakers through personal

contacts and on-site visits.

Establishes strong relationships with opinion leaders, clinical investigators and providers at academic and non-academic settings.

Provides sales force with training at national and regional levels.

Works on Gilead Phase IV program that includes collaboration with investigators and internal Gilead personnel.

Recommend sites for both Phase IV and other clinical trials.

Anticipates complex obstacles and difficulties that may arise in the field and resolves them in a collaborative manner.

Travels to appointments, meetings and conferences on a frequent and regular basis, occasionally with short notice.

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Must be fully cognizant of all relevant complex scientific data. Must also be cognizant of complex regulatory requirements for field-based personnel.

Must be committed to continuing education to maintain knowledge base.

 

 

Basic Qualifications:

10+ Years with BS/BA

OR

8+ Years with MS/MA or MBA

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced medical/scientific/clinical degree (MD, DO, PhD, PharmD, NP/PA preferred) with experience in the pharmaceutical industry or related healthcare field required

A minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a medically related profession (e.g., HIV treatment, prevention) with strong demonstrated knowledge of the clinical research process, treatment landscape, and professional society treatment guidelines.

Demonstrated capacity to deliver high-quality presentations, including with large groups.

Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills required.

Affinity for a collaborative, team-oriented environment and approach; ability to network and partner with internal and external stakeholders, including medical thought-leaders, academic institutions, large group practices, medical directors, and pharmacy directors.

Excellent project management and organizational skills, including the management of multiple priorities and allocated resources.

Strong business skills/acumen; translation of scientific expertise and knowledge to achieve the strategic business goals of USMA and Gilead Sciences.

Able to work with a high level of autonomy and independence.

Able to travel 75% of the time, occasionally with short notice, including regular overnights and some weekends.

Valid driver’s license for traveling by car

 

People leader accountabilities

Create inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.

Develop talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future

potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and realize their purpose.

Empower teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding them to account. They

provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.

 

The salary range for this position is: $165,495.00 - $214,170.00. 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.

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