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US Medical Senior Director, Medical Affairs Evidence Generation
US Medical Senior Director, Medical Affairs Evidence GenerationGetting Hired • Santa Monica, CA, United States
US Medical Senior Director, Medical Affairs Evidence Generation

US Medical Senior Director, Medical Affairs Evidence Generation

Getting Hired • Santa Monica, CA, United States
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We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet.

Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next.

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 Kite and help create more tomorrows.

Job Description

The US Medical Senior Director, MA Evidence Generation at Kite Pharma, a Gilead Company, will provide scientific and strategic leadership for the design, execution, and interpretation of medical evidence generation activities supporting Kite's portfolio of innovative cell therapies. This role is central to shaping Kite’s evidence ecosystem, driving innovation, and supporting and aligning priorities within the Integrated Evidence Generation Plan balancing regional and global medical strategies. The ideal candidate is an experienced clinical leader with extensive therapeutic expertise, a proven track record in collaborative trial design and management, and a passion for transforming patient outcomes.

Location : Santa Monica, CA (preferred) or Foster City, CA

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Evidence Planning

  • Serve as a senior member of the Evidence Generation (EG) leadership team, co-driving the evolution of Kite’s US evidence generation strategy and value proposition
  • Support the development and execution of the Integrated Evidence Plan (IEP) for Kite assets in collaboration with the entire Evidence Generation Function, Global Medical Affairs Strategy and Product Teams.
  • Provide leadership to support the identification of critical evidence gaps and define the most appropriate research approaches (e.g., retrospective, prospective, interventional, RWE) to address the unmet needs.

Study Oversight and Execution

  • Provide scientific and medical oversight for all Medical Affairs / Kite Sponsored Studies including interventional trials, non-interventional studies, and US Strategic Alliances.
  • Lead the development of clinical study concepts, protocols in collaboration with Medical and Clinical development teams.
  • Oversee the US Investigator-Sponsored Research (ISR) and Collaborative Research (CR) program within the evidence generation strategy, ensuring scientific merit, alignment with strategic priorities, and compliance.
  • Serve as the Medical Monitor for assigned evidence generation studies, ensuring timely execution, data quality, and compliance with all relevant regulations (GCP, internal SOPs).
  • Provide strategic oversight and clinical guidance to operational teams to ensure timely and impactful execution.
  • Data Interpretation and Dissemination

  • Lead the medical review, interpretation, and communication of study results, including drafting publications, abstracts, posters, and internal / external presentations.
  • Serve as a medical expert for study data, engaging with internal and external stakeholders and external Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs).
  • Collaborate with Global Medical Strategy to ensure accurate and compliant dissemination of generated evidence.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration and Compliance

  • Partner across Kite Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Translational Medicine, Regulatory Affairs, and Product Teams to build integrated cross-functional capabilities
  • Mentor and provide guidance to team members and cross-functional partners on evidence generation best practices, methodologies, and compliance requirements.
  • Ensure all evidence generation activities are conducted in strict adherence to Kite / Gilead policies, local regulations, and the highest ethical standard and where necessary lead the development of the appropriate processes and systems.
  • Design and implement strategies to accelerate evidence generation through external platforms, technologies, and data-driven insights.
  • Represent the Evidence Generation function at core Kite governance bodies (e.g., Product Teams, Global Medical Teams, JSC), advising on external opportunities and informing and making strategic decisions.
  • Scientific Engagement

  • Champion medical innovation by integrating emerging scientific trends and technologies into US evidence generation strategies.
  • Lead external engagement efforts to enhance scientific credibility and foster meaningful partnerships with healthcare professionals and institutions.
  • Serve as a member of the central External Research Program screening / review committee and manage joint steering committees for strategic collaborations.
  • Qualifications

    Required

  • MD or equivalent medical degree.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, with at least 5 years in medical affairs, clinical development, or evidence generation roles.
  • Proven leadership in designing and managing clinical trials, including Phase IV and investigator-sponsored studies.
  • Understanding of the cell therapy landscape, including regulatory and post-approval evidence needs.
  • Preferred

  • Experience in CAR-T or related advanced modalities (e.g., gene therapy, immuno-oncology).
  • Demonstrated success in leading teams and cross-functional teams and external partnerships.
  • Strong strategic thinking, project management, and stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
  • Familiarity with digital platforms and real-world data methodologies.
  • Other Requirements

  • Willingness to travel domestically up to 20–30%.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Compensation

    The salary range for this position is :

  • Other US Locations : $255,425.00 - $330,550.00
  • Bay Area : $281,010.00 - $363,660.00
  • Kite 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.
  • Equal Employment Opportunity

    Kite Pharma is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance.

    For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster.

    Kite Pharma will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law.

    Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.

    Kite Pharma provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.

    Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA. For more information on Kite, visit www.kitepharma.com. Sign up to follow @KitePharma on Twitter at www.twitter.com / kitepharma.

    Internal Application

    Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.

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