PhD/PharmD/MD Job at Gilead – For Associate Director Role, Apply Now!
Are you a strategic scientific communicator with a passion for transforming complex data into impactful publications? Gilead Sciences is hiring an Associate Director – Global Publications to lead publication planning in the field of cell therapy and hematological malignancies. Based in Uxbridge, UK, this hybrid role offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to high-impact medical communications while shaping global publication strategy in a world-class biotech environment.
- Job Position: Associate Director, Global Publications
- Location: United Kingdom – Uxbridge
- Remote Type: Onsite – Hybrid Eligible
- Category: Global Medical Affairs | Scientific Publications
- Job Requisition ID: R0046361
About The Company
At Gilead Sciences, we’re working to create 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 ensure access to these therapies worldwide. 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.
PhD/PharmD/MD Job at Gilead – Role Overview
As an integral member of the Global Medical Affairs – Publications Team, you will:
- Develop and implement annual strategic publication plans aligned with the therapeutic area (primarily hematological malignancies: leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma).
- Partner with Medical Affairs, R&D, Biometrics, Translational Medicine, HEOR, and external collaborators to execute a broad range of publication tactics.
- Led peer-reviewed manuscript development, scientific congress abstracts, and poster presentations.
- Manage external vendors, internal stakeholders, and publication budgets while ensuring adherence to GPP3, ICMJE, and industry best practices.
PhD/PharmD/MD Job at Gilead – Key Responsibilities
- Led cross-functional Global Publication Planning Team (GPPT) in collaboration with clinical experts and alliance partners.
- Independently manage and prioritize tactical execution of manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations.
- Ensure that publications align with the organization’s scientific, clinical, and strategic messaging.
- Collaborate with authors and HCPs on content development while adhering to all scientific and ethical standards.
- Travel to international medical congresses and scientific meetings (~15%).
- Oversee publication vendors to ensure timely delivery, quality, and compliance.
PhD/PharmD/MD Job at Gilead – Qualifications & Experience
- Basic Qualifications:
- Advanced degree (Pharm D, MD, PhD) and significant experience in biotech/pharmaceutical industry or medical communications agency experience with focus on scientific/medical publications
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience in biotech or pharma publications (preferably in cell therapy or hematology/oncology).
- Understanding of regulatory and legal frameworks governing medical publications.
- Exceptional skills in medical writing, data interpretation, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Familiarity with GPP3, ICMJE, ICSRs, and journal publication processes.
- Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.
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