Overview
In this role you drive medical affairs–led evidence generation for the oncology portfolio, shaping study direction and strategies within a global, cross-functional team. You’ll lead late‑phase oncology research, select rigorous methods, and oversee a portfolio of MAR studies from design to dissemination. You’ll build external scientific partnerships, translate findings into publications and abstracts, and ensure compliant, high‑integrity scientific exchange. This position offers impact across assets, disease areas, and strategic plans within Gilead’s Oncology Medical Affairs.
Pay / Benefits
- flexible working policy
- two days remote work per week
- onsite and hybrid work arrangement
Responsibilities
- Lead Oncology Medical Affairs Research strategy aligned to Integrated Evidence Plans across assets and disease areas
- Provide scientific leadership for late‑phase oncology research, selecting and applying appropriate methodologies
- Serve as Medical Affairs Study Lead (MASL) for Gilead‑sponsored and collaborative research studies
- Define research questions and guide protocol development for interventional, observational, and/or implementation science studies
- Oversee a portfolio of Oncology MAR studies, ensuring scientific rigor, operational feasibility, governance, and compliance
- Influence cross‑functional partners across Development, HEOR, Commercial, Safety, and external stakeholders
- Build and sustain external scientific partnerships including academic investigators, cooperative groups, data partners, and health systems
- Translate study findings into scientific communications such as abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations
- Provide mentorship and scientific leadership within Oncology Medical Affairs to strengthen research capability
- Ensure adherence to regulatory, legal, and business conduct standards governing Medical Affairs research
Key requirements
- Advanced scientific or medical degree (MD, PhD, PharmD, MPH)
- Demonstrated history of scientific publications in peer‑reviewed journals
- Extensive experience in oncology research, medical affairs, or related settings
- Significant experience leading late‑phase research, including Phase 4, collaborative, and Medical Affairs‑led studies
- Strong regulatory, ethical, and compliance understanding governing Medical Affairs research
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication
- Strong strategic thinking and ability to translate evidence gaps into actionable plans
- Proven ability to influence and collaborate across complex, matrixed organizations
- Interventional Research (Phase 4) design and conduct
- Observational / Real‑World Evidence research using claims, EHRs, registries
- Implementation Science frameworks and mixed‑methods research
Director, Medical Affairs Research in London employer: GILEAD Sciences
Gilead is an exceptional employer dedicated to creating a healthier world, where every employee plays a vital role in pioneering life-changing therapies. Located in Uxbridge, our collaborative work culture fosters inclusion and empowerment, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development. With a strong focus on leadership and continuous improvement, Gilead offers a unique environment that encourages innovation and meaningful contributions to global health challenges.
