Director, Clinical Value Liaison — North East (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York (Upstate & Central))

About the role

We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet. Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next.

Responsibilities

• Provides vision and direction for the assigned Medical Affairs team
• Leads and manages a team of Medical Affairs professionals directly and indirectly including the line manager for the field-based MS team
• Leads and manages the development and execution of the TA strategy, the medical Plans of Action (POAs) and cross-functional projects
• Ensures continuous development and training of the team and individual team members based on Gilead’s Competency Models; acts as a coach and mentor for team members
• Sets clear performance expectations that are aligned with company and department goals; monitors progress and delivers fair and effective performance reviews
• Plans and monitors the departmental budget
• Leads hiring of the team and ensures excellent onboarding of new team members
• Participates in the exchange with the medical community and maintains a thought leaders network
• Involves in the development and execution of the cross-functional product and TA strategy
• Contributes to the development of the Market Access strategy in coordination with Market Access, Regulatory Affairs, Country Medical Director, and General Manager; delivers the medical part of the plan
• Contributes to the cross-functional TA leadership and provides strategic input into the TA strategy and Business Plans of Action (BPOAs)
• Contributes to the development of European and global medical POAs
• Collaborates effectively and in a compliant manner with colleagues in other functional areas, e.g. Clinical Research, Sales and Marketing, Market Access, PVE
• Contributes to the overall country Medical Affairs strategy and is a member of the country Medical Leadership Team (MLT)
• Stays up to date with Medical Affairs management approaches in the industry and applies them to the Gilead team where appropriate
• Stays up to date with medical and scientific developments in the field and applies them internally
• Provides local medical expert input into global product development
• Leads and/or contributes to organizational projects at the national, international, and departmental level
• Represents Gilead Germany to external and internal stakeholders, including groups of experts, medical professional groups, societies, regulatory groups and at national and international scientific meetings

Requirements

• 12+ years of relevant experience with Bachelor’s degree or 10+ years of relevant experience with Master’s degree or 8 years of relevant experience with Advanced scientific degree (e.g. MD, PharmD, PhD)
• Advanced clinical and/or scientific knowledge in rheumatology, inflammatory bowel disease, immunology, or other inflammatory disease areas
• Relevant pharmaceutical company experience within Medical Affairs
• Significant people management experience
• Ability to embrace Gilead’s patient-centric values, including highest ethical and compliance standards
• Strategic mindset with a focus on collaboration and excellence
• Excellent organizational skills including attention to detail and prioritization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English
• Experience of working in an international environment

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent
• Relevant pharmaceutical industry experience
• Leadership experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Skills

• Strong clinical and scientific knowledge
• Excellent leadership and management skills
• Effective communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Benefits

The salary range for this position is: $221,000.00 - $286,000.00. Kite 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.