Project Associate Director (Global Medical Affairs)

About the Team

At *** we believe in people-centred, scientifically driven work. This statement is the foundation of the Phase 4 Research program in Global Medical Affairs HIV. We are looking for a contractor with advanced skills in observational and implementation research, who is passionate about ending the HIV epidemic for everyone everywhere.

About the Job

*** Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of people living with life-threatening diseases around the world. ***’s therapeutic areas of focus include HIV, liver diseases, cancer and inflammation, and serious respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.

We have the following exciting opportunity in our Foster City, CA location:

Contractor, Global Medical Affairs HIV Phase 4 Research

We are looking for a highly motivated Global Medical Affairs Contractor who is skilled in research methodologies, and passionate about person-centered HIV prevention and Treatment. Candidate must be able to work independently, but as part of a dynamic Phase 4 research team. They will play a critical and exciting role in supporting integrated evidence planning and execution, and in engaging cross functionally to delivery on data generation priorities. The Contractor will report to the Associate Director, GMA HIV Phase 4 Research and will work directly with the Global team.

Specific Job Responsibilities

• Lead and support *** sponsored and collaborative research activities focused on the generation, interpretation, and communication of Phase 4 research within GMA and in collaboration with RWE, HEOR and other x-functional partners.

• Provide high quality technical and methodological support to cross-functional teams to effectively use RW and health outcomes data to optimize treatment and prevention practice and improve patient outcomes throughout the lifecycle of *** Sciences medicines.

• Lead and support the development of communications (e.g., manuscripts, scientific forum presentations, slide decks) to build the peer reviewed published scientific evidence base within GMA and in collaboration with RWE, HEOR and other x-functional partners.

• Support GMA activities and participation in HIV treatment and prevention IEP and execution teams.

• Maintain and continue to enhance knowledge of technical and methodological advances and trends to ensure best approaches are used in relevant studies and evaluations.

• Engage key clinical, methodologic, and TA experts and facilitate the building of relationships via collaboration on various projects. Provide support at advisory boards, regional educational programs, conferences, and other external meetings.

• Advise on the development, deployment, and appropriate use of Medical Scientists field tools and resources (e.g. slide decks) and ensure correct interpretation and relevant messaging in these tools.

• Lead and support workshops and seminars to increase research capacity and literacy among MA and medical scientists and cross-functional stakeholders as necessary.

• Provide administrative support in terms of coordination for project contracting and management.

• Adhere to all applicable pharmaceutical codes, Office of Inspector General (OIG) guidelines, and *** policies

• Exhibit ***’s core values: integrity, teamwork, accountability, excellence, and inclusion

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong background and experience in epidemiological, observational and/or implementation research methods

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Consistently exercises sound, independent judgment.

• Excellent organizational skills, effective communication skills, and initiative are a must as well as the ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-intensive environment.

• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and perform tasks independently with minimal supervision is required.

• Experience working in SAS, STATA and/or qualitative data analysis softwared packages preferred.

Qualifications

• Relevant research experience with a strong focus on epidemiological, observational and/or implementation research

• Requires a masters degree in Epidemiology, Biostats or Public Health, PhD or other relevant doctorate preferred

• The position requires high technical ability and a strong attention to detail.