Medical Science Liaison - South Texas

Role Summary

Medical Science Liaison - South Texas

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. We’re seeking passionate and ambitious individuals to contribute to life-changing scientific innovations in the field of liver disease and antiviral medicine. Join Gilead to help advance scientific understanding and patient outcomes through collaboration with thought leaders and healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver timely, accurate, and succinct clinical, scientific, and educational presentations to healthcare providers in liver disease, proactively and in response to information requests, in line with promotional compliance, PhRMA guidelines, and FDA requirements
• Implement goals and objectives aligned with the Medical Affairs Plan of Action and strategic initiatives for PBC, HCV, and HBV
• Develop strategic plans to cultivate and maintain relationships with existing and future thought leaders in the region
• Provide timely insights to strategy and competitive intelligence teams regarding treatment practices and trends observed in field interactions
• Evaluate existing promotional speakers and nominate HCPs to serve as new or continuing speakers each year
• Participate in advisory boards and educational programs, including speaker training and clinical conferences
• Collaborate with colleagues across Global Medical Affairs, Clinical Research, Clinical Operations, Strategic Operations, Government and Public Affairs, Commercial, and Marketing
• Support development and deployment of field tools and resources (e.g., slide decks)
• Interact with clinical research PIs and staff to address clinical trial issues and support Investigator Sponsored Research
• Provide scientific training to sales staff and other Gilead colleagues as needed
• Complete required administrative and training procedures in a timely fashion
• Adhere to pharmaceutical codes, OIG guidelines, and Gilead policies

Qualifications

• Advanced medical/scientific/clinical degree (MD, DO, PhD, PharmD, NP or PA preferred) with experience in the pharmaceutical industry or related healthcare field
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a medically related profession (e.g., liver disease and/or antiviral medicine) with strong knowledge of the clinical research process, treatment landscape, and guidelines; clinical practice in the therapeutic area is desirable
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality presentations to large groups
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset; ability to network with internal and external stakeholders including medical thought-leaders, academic institutions, and medical directors
• Strong project management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and resources
• Strong business acumen; ability to translate scientific knowledge to business goals
• Ability to work autonomously and independently

Skills

• Clinical presentation and communication skills
• Relationship-building with thought leaders and institutions
• Strategic planning and advisory collaboration
• Field-based scientific training and education
• Regulatory and compliance awareness (FDA, PhRMA, OIG)

Education

• Advanced degree as specified in Qualifications