Director, Medical Writing

United States - California - Foster CityUnited States – Remote

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based bio-pharmaceutical 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 patients living with life-threatening diseases around the world. Gilead’s therapeutic areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer and inflammation, and serious respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.

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Job Description

Why Work at Gilead/Additional Information

Gilead Sciences is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need including virology, oncology, and inflammation. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients living with life-threatening diseases around the world.

Gilead has established employee resource groups to support diversity and inclusion, and provides a competitive benefit package including flexible work options and exceptional support for the family and the individual.

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Medical Writing is a global, dynamic, and diverse team of highly skilled professionals. We work collaboratively to advance the strategy and create high-quality documents for successful regulatory submissions, by bringing our passion for science, discovery, and innovative strategic thinking into our daily work. Medical Writing resides within Regulatory Affairs. We are dedicated to attracting new talent with diverse backgrounds and experiences and committed to providing individual development and growth opportunities while promoting a healthy work-life balance.

The Role

We have an exciting and unique leadership opportunity for a Medical Writer to join our dynamic team at the Director level. You will join our oncology medical writing team. You will oversee the development of protocols for large, complex clinical studies while supporting wider organizational initiatives. You will lead medical writers and collaborate with cross-functional teams (eg, Regulatory, Clinical Development, Patient Safety, and Biometrics) to deliver high-quality documents on time. You will assist in team budgeting and actively participate in resourcing strategy and meetings. Direct experience in protocol authoring and management is required.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development of protocols and amendments within the Oncology therapeutic area, including development and management of timelines and resource planning, in order to support large clinical programs.Be the subject matter expert for protocols and amendments, ensuring all protocol-related deliverables align with regulatory guidance and industry standards.Optimize medical writing processes and templates for protocols and ensure adherence to Gilead documentation standards.Independently author clinical/regulatory documents in collaboration with key functional contributors.Oversee recruitment and manage medical writers and contractors to ensure the highest quality of medical writing and adherence to Gilead document standards. May represent Medical Writing on cross-functional initiatives supporting key company objectives.May guide authoring teams through document preparation, review, and approval to deliver high‑quality documents to meet project timelines.Participate in complex companywide initiatives.

You Will Need

PharmD/PhD with 8+ years' relevant experience. MA/MS/MPH/MBA 10+ years' relevant experience. BA/BS with 12+ years' relevant experience. Working knowledge of global regulatory affairs, particularly the regulatory approval requirements and mechanisms of the United States and Europe.Leadership skills and presentation skills to influence, negotiate, and collaborate with teams for any medical writing deliverable at the program level. Issue resolution skills, being able to manage cross-functional teams through complex processes given clear direction.Proven track record of successfully managing large scale, complex, time-sensitive projects.Applied knowledge of document management, authoring, and publishing tools.Proven abilities to work independently, establishing work priorities and direction, make significant contributions to strategic planning and lead process improvements, as evidenced by past successes effectively managing increasing scope and complexity. Proven track record of effective people leadership and management, as evidenced through past effectiveness with employee engagement, development, and retention either with direct reports or through matrix leadership responsibilities. Relevant experience includes clinical research and development, regulatory affairs, or related industry/academic experience. Experience in a senior role in a medical writing environment managing staff is preferred, as well as experience in directing and preparing documents for regulatory submissions.

The salary range for this position is: $205,700.00 - $266,200.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. 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*.

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