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We are seeking a Director within Phase 4 Research in Liver, Inflammation, Respiratory Viruses, and Established Products (LIVE) to join our Global Medical Affairs team. This role is responsible for leading the Phase 4 research strategy and execution for LIVE including leading and supporting Gilead Sponsored and Collaborative studies, and serving as the Team Lead for the LIVE Integrated Evidence Plan (IEP) Execution Team (ET). The ideal candidate will have previous experience in clinical and operational research, and significant knowledge in one or more of the therapeutic areas included in LIVE. This position is based at Gilead’s Foster City, CA location. Specific Job Responsibilities include leading development of the Medical Affairs Research – LIVE strategic approach for data generation in alignment with LIVE Integrated Evidence Plans; leading cross-functional Execution Teams and facilitating the development of LIVE data generation plans and activities; leading/co-leading and/or contributing to the development of the IEPs across LIVE therapeutic areas; supporting the development and execution of, and representing MAR in, cross-functional data generation working groups for LIVE; leading Gilead sponsored and collaborative research activities focused on generation, interpretation, and communication of Real-World Data and Evidence and Clinical Outcomes Assessment (COA), including retrospective database analyses, prospective cohort studies, Patient Reported Outcomes (PRO) and implementation science studies; providing high quality technical and methodological support to cross-functional teams to effectively use RW and COA data to optimize treatment practice and improve patient outcomes throughout the lifecycle of medicines; leading the development of communications such as manuscripts, scientific forum presentations, and slide decks to build the peer reviewed published scientific evidence base; maintaining and enhancing knowledge of technical and methodological advances and trends; engaging key clinical, methodologic, and therapeutic area experts and facilitating relationship building via collaboration on projects; advising on development, deployment, and appropriate use of Medical Scientists field tools and resources; leading and supporting workshops and seminars to increase research capacity and literacy among MA and medical scientists and cross-functional stakeholders; providing administrative support for project contracting and management; adhering to pharmaceutical codes, OIG guidelines, and Gilead policies; and exhibiting Gilead’s core values of integrity, teamwork, accountability, excellence, and inclusion. Educational and other requirements include a professional degree (PhD, PharmD) with 8+ years experience or 4+ years with an MD in clinical or observational research including research operations, or a master’s degree (MS, MPH) with 10+ years experience; full cognizance of regulatory and legal requirements for clinical trials and Medical Affairs activities; scientific knowledge/experience in one or more LIVE therapeutic areas; proven track record in developing scientific abstracts and published peer-reviewed manuscripts; demonstrated project management and organizational skills; ability to work in a global environment; problem-solving skills; collaborative team-oriented approach; excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; and ability to engage and manage multiple stakeholders. Preferred qualifications include pharmaceutical industry experience in Phase 4 research.

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