Overview
Associate Director, Medical Affairs Project Management, HIV Prevention and LEN for PrEP
At Gilead you are part of a rapidly growing science-driven organization, working to revolutionize healthcare. We are energetic leaders and strategic entrepreneurs going above and beyond for patients, making the impossible a reality. We are passionate about improving lives and bringing urgently needed medicines to patients, and you have the chance to be part of this difference. Gilead Sciences in Milan, ITALY, is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated professional capable of working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
The successful candidate will assume a full-time role reporting to the Senior Director of Medical Affairs HIV. This role focuses on meeting the scientific needs of people at risk of acquiring HIV, healthcare professionals, Health Authorities, HIV patient advocates and social service organizations/NGO. Position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the development, execution and coordination of the Medical Affairs HIV plan of action (POA) for HIV Prevention
* Collaborate closely with the Medical Affairs HIV Treatment and Prevention leads, and Field Medical Lead/Medical Scientists team, to develop a coordinated approach to our HCP and Community scientific engagement efforts
* Focus on compliantly enhancing HIV Prevention efforts through non-promotional activities and medical education. Focus will be on developing appropriate educational programs intended for HIV HCPs and community audiences
* Lead the development of local resources and tools on appropriate HIV prevention topics intended for an HCP and Community audience
* Develop and implement defined goals and objectives aligned with the Medical Affairs Plan of Action and other strategic initiatives
* Provide medical leadership to plan and execute Medical Affairs Advisory Programs on HIV Prevention
* Strategic support of community-based research initiatives across ITALY in HIV prevention
* Establish strong working links with all relevant Gilead departments (Business Unit, Marketing, Market Access, Public Affairs, Government Affairs, Regulatory Affairs)
* Communicate Gilead’s commitment to scientific excellence in HIV prevention through research and balanced education
* Responsible for adverse event reporting and management of drug safety and pharmacovigilance activities in compliance with local and global regulatory requirements and policies
* Managing the support for Medical Affairs systems and applications: MAESTRO, IRMS, Phase IV proposal management, GOPTICS, Datavision, PDN, Learning Management System, VEM, etc
Knowledge, Experience & Skills
* MD, Biology, PhD, PharmD, MBA
* Experience with HIV Community work or education mandatory
* Strong medical/clinical/scientific background in HIV mandatory
* 5+ years Pharma industry experience in Medical Affairs (preferred)
* Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal, relationship-building and negotiating communication skills
* Excellent analytical skills, demonstrated ability to identify and understand complex issues and problems
* Must be able to utilize complex scientific resources for development of educational programs and presentations in a variety of different settings
* Excellent teamwork skills
* Organized; attention to detail and able to meet timelines in a fast-paced environment
* Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and effectively prioritize workload
* Must be able to work with a high level of autonomy and independence
* Fully cognizant and adhere to all regulatory and legal (Business Conduct) requirements for clinical trials and other Medical Affairs activities
* Good knowledge of English is indispensable
* Position requires approximately 30% travel
* Position is office-based in Milan Gilead Office, Milan, ITALY
It is the policy of Gilead Sciences, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates to recruit and employ the most qualified persons available for positions throughout the Company. Except if otherwise provided by applicable law, all employment actions relating to issues such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, returns from layoffs, company-sponsored training, education assistance, social and recreational programs are administered on a non-discriminatory basis. Gilead also prohibits discrimination based on any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.
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