Director, US Medical Evidence Generation Lead

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Job Description

The Medical Evidence Generation Lead supports evidence generation for the Kite portfolio, including US Strategic Collaborations, Medical Affairs Sponsored Studies, Collaborative Research Studies, and Investigator-Sponsored Research Studies (ISRs), ensuring alignment across the whole Evidence Generation function and with internal strategies.  The Lead will act as a key driver of strategic and innovative evidence generation initiatives within the US, fostering partnerships across Kite’s value chain.

The preferred location for this position is our Santa Monica, CA office.

Key Responsibilities:

• As a member of the EG leadership team oversee the development and execution of integrated evidence and medical plans for the US, in partnership with the Evidence Generation Lead (ACE, International, & Japan), GMA Strategy and CTOM

• Lead the US strategic collaborations and strategic exchange between Kite thought leaders in community practice and academia, including scientific dialogue and representing Kite as a trusted and innovative industry collaborator and partner of choice.

• In collaboration with other key stakeholders, develop and drive an integrated US evidence strategy, ensuring consistency and alignment across other geographies.

• Partner with Strategy, Research, Development, Commercial to ensure US evidence generation priorities are embedded into cross-functional initiatives.

• Design and drive strategies to accelerate the development of evidence generation pipeline leveraging external research platforms, technologies, and insights.

• Lead the alignment for Evidence Generation efforts at core governances (e.g., PT, GMT, etc.)

• Align with and advise governance teams on new US external opportunities that will inform strategy and influence decisions in the creation/refinement of integrated evidence generation plans

Operational Excellence & Execution

• Accountable for overseeing US specific Collaborative Research, ISRs, and/or Kite Medical Affairs Sponsored Studies from concept ideation to governance approval and throughout the study lifecycle, including protocol development, data review and internal/external presentation in partnership with strategy and operations team.

• Align with and advise senior functional and Kite leadership on new external opportunities to inform strategy and influence decisions in the creation/refinement of IEPs.

• Ensure compliance with internal processes and external regulations throughout the study lifecycle.

Scientific & External Engagement Leadership

• Drive a culture of medical innovation, ensuring that emerging scientific trends and new technologies are incorporated into Evidence Generation strategies for the US.

• Champion novel approaches to evidence generation, including digital platforms and data-driven insights to optimize impact.

• Oversee external engagement strategies to strengthen scientific credibility and enhance interactions with healthcare professionals for evidence generation.

Governance

• Serve as member of the central External Research Program screening/review committee.

• Oversee the evaluation and potential selection of external partnerships and management of on-going strategic collaboration joint steering committees

• Co-lead the evolution of the US Kite Evidence Generation strategy and value proposition as part of the EG Leadership team

Basic Qualifications:

Education & Professional Background:

• Bachelor's Degree and Twelve years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, with at least 5 years in medical affairs, clinical development, or evidence generation roles

OR

• Masters' Degree and Ten years of experience in the biopharmace