Medical Affairs Manager (Entry Level)

An American biopharmaceutical company that focuses on researching and developing antiviral drugs used in the treatment of HIV/AIDS, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, influenza, and COVID-19.

About the role

The USMA Manager of Virology Scientific Collaboration reports directly to the USMA Virology Scientific Collaboration, Director, and will serve as a point of contact for US Medical Affairs engagement with US external societies and medical scientific organizations, a cross-functional partner across USMA Virology with a focus on gastroenterology, hepatology or metabolic diseases.

Responsibilities

• Partners with Liver Strategy to lead engagements with external societies and scientific/medical organizations.
• Develops engagement strategies and key initiatives with scientific educational organizations, including medical booth at congresses.
• Drives conference strategy and execution, e.g., manages conference allocations and centralized planning process.
• Works cross functionally within US Affiliate teams (USMA, Commercial, Legal and Medical Governance, Public Affairs and Government Affairs) on initiatives related to key external collaborations, projects, and working groups.
• Coordinates with Global Medical Affairs on key congress activities.
• Develops medical educational tools and congress symposia aligned with medical strategy.
• Manages Medical Review Committee (MRC) review and approval of congress and booth content.
• Participates in strategic partnership meetings with Medical Affairs colleagues.
• Exhibits core values: integrity, teamwork, accountability, excellence, and inclusion in accordance with the highest ethical and compliance standards, including Code of Ethics and Business Conduct policies, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• MD, PhD, PharmD, NP or PA or other advanced health care degree and 1-3 years of relevant work experience in gastroenterology, hepatology or metabolic disorders or related clinical field required.
• 2+ years industry experience preferred.
• Ability to cultivate, strengthen, and strategically manage high-impact relationships with Strategic Partners and medical organizations—including professional societies, academic partners, and community leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to shape Medical Affairs strategy by integrating scientific insights, organizational priorities, and external landscape trends, and to translate strategic direction into clear, actionable, and measurable implementation plans.
• Strong strategic and organizational skills with a track record of leading complex projects—ensuring alignment, resource coordination, and delivery of high-quality outputs.
• Experience supporting medical booth and congress content development and execution through cross-functional collaboration, with a strong understanding of MRC/PRC review processes and compliant scientific communication standards for proactive and reactive materials.
• Ability to anticipate emerging needs, proactively manage competing priorities, and allocate resources across concurrent projects by applying sound judgment, risk assessment, and forward-thinking planning.
• Strong cross functional leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to drive alignment and foster a culture of shared accountability.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and consistently dependable in meeting ambitious timelines in a rapid, dynamic environment.
• Deep understanding of regulatory, legal, and compliance requirements governing Medical Affairs with a commitment to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct.
• Thrives in a matrixed environment with a high level of autonomy, navigating ambiguity, and driving initiatives forward while maintaining clear communication and engaging partners at all levels of the organization.

Pay

$40.00/hr. to $50.00/hr. on W2

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan
• Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation

Location: Foster City, CA (Remote)
Contract Duration: 6 months
Work Authorization: USC or Green Card only