Medical Scientist

Gilead

Vienna, Austria

Job Description

Gilead Sciences GesmbH in Austria is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated professional capable of working effectively in a cross-functional team environment. The successful candidate will assume a full-time employment as a field-based Kite Medical Scientist in the Medical Affairs department and report to Kite Country Medical Lead. Position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Responsibilities

Ensure the safe and appropriate use of Kite therapies and lead scientific exchanges with the medical and scientific communities
Support the setup of cell therapy sites and improve the standard of clinical care for patients living with cancer
Executes the medical strategy under the guidance of the Cell Therapy Medical Lead and in collaboration with the X-functional team
Together with your manager who is 30% in the field you will cover all relevant regions in Austria with special focus on referral sites/non-qualified treatment centers

Scientific Exchange

Serve as external scientific expert in the therapy area, healthcare landscape, and data on Kite and competitor therapies
Partner with colleagues and serve as the external medical affairs representative in the cross-functional therapeutic team
Identify and establish strategic relationships with key external stakeholders at a national level
Collaborate with the cross-functional team to develop and manage national thought leader engagement plans
Serve as company ambassador to professional societies,, patient advocacy groups, and at national and international scientific meetings
Develop and present complex scientific and clinical data on Kite medicines and related therapy areas
Coordinate and answer complex responses to clinical inquiries from healthcare professionals
Obtain external insights and support the development and execution of advisory programs
Serve as liaison for early access programs and compassionate use requests for registered Kite therapies
Appropriately discuss concepts and coordinate the submission of investigator-sponsored research proposals
Contributes to the development of educational programs and materials

Referral Site Support

Work closely with other field-based employees and head-office staff to proactively support and improve the interaction between referral and Cell Therapy sites nationally
Scientifically liaise with relevant referral sites to improve the standard of clinical care for cancer patients in Austria
Provide clinical trial recruitment enhancement activities at referral centers
Implement defined goals and objectives aligned with indication strategic plans
Support the training of affiliate staff on therapy area and data relating to Kite therapies
Ensure all behaviors and activities are in accordance with local laws and AIFP code

Knowledge, Experience, Competencies and Skills

Scientific or clinical degree preferred
Experience in oncology, hematology and/or cell therapy is preferred
Functional experience in field medical affairs preferred
Working knowledge of AIFP code.
Previous working experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry preferred but not required
Excellent written, verbal, relationship-building, influencing, and negotiation skills required
Aptitude to understand complex issues, identify key findings, and communicate salient points to varying audiences required
Capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively prioritize workload required
Ability to work with a high level of autonomy and independence required
Adherence to all regulatory, legal, and business conduct requirements required
Willingness and capacity to travel locally, nationally, and internationally when required (approximately 80% in-field time)