FAQs
What is the primary role of the Medical Scientist (MSL) for Liver Diseases at Gilead?
The primary role of the Medical Scientist (MSL) for Liver Diseases is to be fully responsible for all medical aspects of liver disease therapy to ensure future growth of this asset, which includes medical-scientific communication, education, and collaboration with healthcare stakeholders.
What qualifications are required for this position?
Candidates are required to have an advanced scientific degree (e.g. MD, PharmD, PhD, MSc) and previous experience as a Medical Scientist or Medical Science Liaison is preferred.
Is proficiency in languages required for this position?
Yes, excellent written and verbal communication skills in both German and English are required for this position.
Where is this position located?
This position is located in the North-East region of Germany, specifically in Hamburg, Berlin, and Dresden.
What are the essential skills necessary for this role?
Essential skills include scientific and clinical knowledge in liver diseases and infectious diseases, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prepare and deliver impactful presentations.
Will I be required to travel for this job?
Yes, the role requires frequent travel to appointments, meetings, and conferences, occasionally with short notice.
What behaviors are expected from candidates for this position?
Candidates should demonstrate resilience in ambiguous environments, ability to manage multiple stakeholders, curiosity with learning agility, organization with systematic prioritization, and a process-oriented approach to achieve business objectives.
What opportunities for education and collaboration will be provided in this role?
The role includes opportunities to engage in advisory board meetings, collaborations for clinical and real-world evidence studies, and the development of educational materials.
How does Gilead ensure a diverse and equal employment opportunity for all candidates?
Gilead follows a policy to recruit and employ the most qualified persons based on merit, without discrimination on the basis of gender, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic according to applicable laws.
How can current Gilead employees apply for this position?
Current Gilead employees and contractors can apply for this job by logging onto the Internal Career Site.