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Manager, Medical Affairs

Foster City, CA · On-site

$146K - $189K/yr

The Manager will work collaboratively with Global and US Medical Affairs teams as well as cross-functional partners within Gilead and Merck. This role will be based at our headquarters in Foster City ...

Manager, Medical Affairs

Foster City, CA · On-site

$146K - $189K/yr

The Manager will work collaboratively with Global and US Medical Affairs teams as well as cross-functional partners within Gilead and Merck. This role will be based at our headquarters in Foster City ...

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How much do medical affairs jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for medical affairs in the United States is $177,191.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $136,000.00 and $203,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Medical Affairs, and why are they important?

To thrive in Medical Affairs, a strong background in life sciences or medicine (e.g., PharmD, MD, or PhD) and in-depth knowledge of therapeutic areas are essential. Familiarity with regulatory guidelines, medical information systems, and data analysis tools is typically required. Exceptional communication, collaboration, and strategic thinking skills help build relationships with internal and external stakeholders. These skills and qualifications ensure scientific accuracy, compliance, and effective exchange of medical information within the pharmaceutical industry.

What Are the Qualifications to Get a Medical Affairs Job?

The qualifications to get a medical affairs job include significant educational and professional attainment. As an MSL, for example, you need to have demonstrated expertise in a specific area of clinical research. Most MSLs enter the career with a Ph.D. or an M.D. in a relevant discipline. Other medical affairs positions may require a Pharm.D. or a master’s or doctorate in nursing. In addition to these requirements, you need to have excellent communication skills, the ability to translate medical information into comprehensible ideas for the public, and the ability to train clinical professionals to use specific devices or therapies.

What are Medical Affairs?

Medical Affairs is a department within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device companies that acts as a bridge between scientific research and clinical practice. The team is responsible for ensuring that accurate, up-to-date medical and scientific information about products is communicated to healthcare professionals, regulators, and internal stakeholders. Medical Affairs professionals often manage clinical trials, provide medical education, support regulatory submissions, and engage with key opinion leaders. Their work helps ensure that products are used safely and effectively, and that the company complies with all relevant regulations.

How does the Medical Affairs team typically collaborate with other departments within a pharmaceutical company?

Medical Affairs professionals play a crucial role in bridging scientific expertise and commercial strategy. They frequently collaborate with departments such as Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, and Marketing to ensure accurate medical communication and compliance with regulations. This collaboration often involves cross-functional meetings, joint development of educational materials, and supporting product launches with up-to-date clinical information. Effective teamwork and communication skills are essential, as Medical Affairs acts as a scientific resource and ensures that all materials and strategies are medically sound and ethically appropriate.
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Manager, Medical Affairs

Manager, Medical Affairs

Gilead

Foster City, CA • On-site

$146K - $189K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Gilead Sciences rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 73 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

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

We are seeking a highly motivated Manager who is passionate about person-centric HIV care to join our Global Medical Affairs team. This individual will contribute to supporting the global launch of a pipeline asset (islatravir/lenacapavir) for HIV treatment by leading creation of educational content and supporting critical Medical Affairs deliverables pre- and post-launch. The Manager will work collaboratively with Global and US Medical Affairs teams as well as cross-functional partners within Gilead and Merck. This role will be based at our headquarters in Foster City, CA.


Key Responsibilities

  • As a content manager, serve as a key contributor and knowledge expert for the combination of islatravir/lenacapavir, as well as support materials across the HIV treatment portfolio
  • Collaborate with Director to develop Global Plan of Action and ensure alignment of team activities
  • Collaborate with Clinical Development, Global Strategic Marketing, Global Value and Access, Medical Affairs Research, affiliate and Merck Medical Affairs teams, and other cross-functional teams across varied initiatives including strategic plan implementation, scientific resource development, conference activities, and internal training materials/support
  • Manage the creation, review, and updating of Medical Affairs slide decks, infographics, medical narratives and other strategic resources
  • Provide training within the therapeutic area on relevant topics for Medical Affairs personnel and help create and review training materials
  • Attend major global scientific conferences to assess relevant information and support conference deck development and training
  • Independently manage projects related to analysis of new, emerging data and determine relevant information to incorporate into medical content and trainings
  • Develop and maintains HIV SharePoint Page to disseminate information and resources
  • Support HIV Medical Affairs Advisory Programs, as needed
  • Manage projects to completion, anticipating obstacles and difficulties that may arise, resolving them in collaborative manner

Basic qualifications:

  • 6+ Years with BS/BA
  • 4+ Years with MS/MA

Preferred qualifications

  • Advanced scientific degree (MD, DO, PharmD, PhD or equivalent), with relevant clinical experience in HIV
  • Prior pharmaceutical industry experience preferred (1-3 years, ideally within Medical Affairs)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with experience in developing PowerPoint presentations
  • Ability to synthesize findings and clearly articulate implications from multiple sources of information and to formulate strong, actionable recommendations
  • Organized, attentive to detail and able to meet timelines in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and effectively prioritize workload
  • Must be able to work with a level of autonomy and independence
  • Ability to travel to domestic and international conferences and internal meetings (5% expected)

People Leader Accountabilities:

  • Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.
  • Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach themoncurrent performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receivingthe feedbackand insight needed to grow, develop and realize their purpose.
  • Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.


The salary range for this position is: $146,540.00 - $189,640.00. 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*.

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.


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