Manager, U. S. Medical Affairs (USMA) Virology Scientific Collaboration

Gilead Sciences • Parsippany, NJ

2d • $133,195 - $189,640

About The Position

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together. Job Description Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID, and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California. The USMA Manager of Virology Scientific Collaboration reports directly to the USMA Virology Scientific Collaboration, Sr 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 HIV, HIV Prevention and Liver Disease. Position based in Foster City, CA or Parsippany, NJ.

Requirements

• 6+ Years with BS/BA
• 4+ Years with MS/MA
• MD, PhD, PharmD, NP or PA or other advanced health care degree and 1-3 years of relevant work experience in HIV, viral hepatitis, or related clinical field required.
• Ability to cultivate, strengthen, and strategically manage high‑impact relationships with external scientific 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.
• 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.
• Gilead Core Values: Integrity (Doing What’s Right) Teamwork (Working Together) Excellence (Being Your Best) Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility) Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity)

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads engagements with external societies and scientific/medical organizations.
• Develops engagement strategies and key initiatives with scientific educational organizations.
• Works cross functionally within US Affiliate teams (USMA, Commercial, Legal and Medical Governance, Public Affairs and Government Affairs) and on initiatives related to key external collaborations, projects, and working groups.
• Develops novel medical educational tools and medical symposia for conferences based on virology therapeutic area medical strategy.
• Participates in external scientific engagements in partnership with Gilead Medical Affairs colleagues.
• Exhibits Gilead’s core values: integrity, teamwork, accountability, excellence, and inclusion in accordance with the highest ethical and compliance standards, including Gilead’s Code of Ethics and Business Conduct policies, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• 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
• Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree