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Revolution Medicines is a global, commercial-state oncology company dedicated to discovering, developing and delivering innovative medicines for patients with RAS-addicted cancers. Leveraging its differentiated RAS(ON) tri-complex inhibitor platform, the company is advancing a broad, integrated portfolio of oral RAS(ON) inhibitors designed to directly target the active, cancer-driving state of RAS. Founded on rigorous scientific inquiry and a willingness to challenge long-held assumptions, Revolution Medicines is committed to changing the trajectory of disease for patients with RAS-addicted cancers worldwide. Our people are united by a shared way of working: follow the science, challenge assumptions, act with urgency and hold ourselves to a high standard of rigor—all in service of patients.
THE OPPORTUNITY
As part of our expanding Medical Affairs organization, we seek a dynamic and experienced Director, Stakeholder Engagement Strategy & Operations to lead the strategy, planning, and execution of Global Medical Advisory Boards. This role may also have a more limited contribution to global congress planning, ensuring seamless integration of advisory boards with congress objectives and broader Medical Affairs priorities. This individual will report to the Head of Scientific Stakeholder Engagement within Global Medical Excellence and will partner cross-functionally with Commercial, Clinical Development, and Research, maintaining leadership for global advisory boards and ensuring seamless integration with broader Medical Affairs priorities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Advisory Board Strategy & Operations:
- Lead Medical Affairs advisory board strategy, planning, and execution for specific global and U.S. regional advisory boards, ensuring alignment with medical strategy, stakeholder engagement priorities, and key congress activities.
- Collaborate across Medical Affairs to develop and align global and regional advisory board tactical plans with broader Medical Affairs priorities.
- Ensure compliant planning, execution, and documentation of global and regional advisory boards.
- Develop and execute on processes for compliant cross-functional sharing of advisory board insights.
- Partner with internal teams (Medical Affairs, Clinical, Commercial) to design impactful advisory board agendas and content to ensure alignment with strategic priorities.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Partner with Commercial, Clinical Development, and Research to ensure consistent communication and scientific engagement while maintaining appropriate governance and firewalls.
- Act as the central coordination point for cross-functional teams to align on advisory board priorities, deliverables, and messaging.
Operational Leadership & Governance:
- Lead operational execution of global and regional advisory boards, including agency/vendor oversight, contracting and logistics, budget management, and coordination of internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with global and regional regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA, PMDA, EFPIA, IFPMA).
- Establish best practices, SOPs, and governance processes for advisory board execution.
- Establish scalable, compliant processes to capture, synthesize, and disseminate actionable advisory board insights across appropriate cross-functional stakeholders, in partnership with Medical Affairs Insights & Analytics.
REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
- Advanced degree (MS, PharmD, PhD or equivalent in life sciences preferred but not required).
- 10+ years’ experience in Medical Affairs within biotech/pharma, with a strong background in scientific engagement and advisory board strategy and execution.
- Proven track record in leading global and regional advisory boards across U.S., EU, and APAC regions.
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple complex advisory boards and stakeholder engagements simultaneously, from strategic planning through execution and post-meeting insights.
- Strong understanding of the oncology therapeutic landscape, particularly pancreatic cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, and colorectal cancer.
- Deep knowledge of compliance standards governing global advisory boards, external scientific engagement, and scientific exchange.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional collaboration in a complex, matrixed environment.
- Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills.
- Experience managing budgets, vendors, and operational processes related to advisory boards and other scientific stakeholder engagements.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Experience in early and late-phase development and product launch preparation in oncology.
- Prior leadership of global advisory boards strategy alignment.
- Experience working in fast-paced, innovative, clinical-stage biotech organizations.
COMPENSATION
- Base Pay Salary Range: $211,000 - $264,000 USD
The base pay salary range for this full-time position for candidates working onsite at our headquarters in Redwood City, CA is listed below. The range displayed on each job posting is intended to be the base pay salary range for an individual working onsite in Redwood City and will be adjusted for the local market a candidate is based in. Our base pay salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual base pay salary is determined by multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, market dynamics, and relevant education or training. Please note that base pay salary range is one part of the overall total rewards program at RevMed, which includes competitive cash compensation, robust equity awards, strong benefits, and significant learning and development opportunities.
Revolution Medicines is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and veteran status.
Revolution Medicines takes protection and security of personal data very seriously and respects your right to privacy while using our website and when contacting us by email or phone. We will only collect, process and use any personal data that you provide to us in accordance with our CCPA Notice and Privacy Policy. For additional information, please contact privacy@revmed.com.
We are aware of recent recruitment scams in which individuals or organizations falsely represent themselves as being affiliated with Revolution Medicines. These scams may appear as false job advertisements or unsolicited contacts through communication or chat platforms, email, phone, or text message.
Please note that Revolution Medicines does not extend unsolicited employment offers and will never ask candidates to provide financial information, purchase equipment, or pay fees as part of the hiring process. All legitimate communication from Revolution Medicines will come from an official @revmed.com email address.
If you believe you’ve been contacted by someone impersonating a Revolution Medicines recruiter, please report it to careers@revmed.com so we can share these impersonations with our IT team for tracking and awareness.
INTRODUCTION
Revolution Medicines is a global, commercial-state oncology company dedicated to discovering, developing and delivering innovative medicines for patients with RAS-addicted cancers. Leveraging its differentiated RAS(ON) tri-complex inhibitor platform, the company is advancing a broad, integrated portfolio of oral RAS(ON) inhibitors designed to directly target the active, cancer-driving state of RAS. Founded on rigorous scientific inquiry and a willingness to challenge long-held assumptions, Revolution Medicines is committed to changing the trajectory of disease for patients with RAS-addicted cancers worldwide. Our people are united by a shared way of working: follow the science, challenge assumptions, act with urgency and hold ourselves to a high standard of rigor—all in service of patients.
THE OPPORTUNITY
As part of our expanding Medical Affairs organization, we seek a dynamic and experienced Director, Stakeholder Engagement Strategy & Operations to lead the strategy, planning, and execution of Global Medical Advisory Boards. This role may also have a more limited contribution to global congress planning, ensuring seamless integration of advisory boards with congress objectives and broader Medical Affairs priorities. This individual will report to the Head of Scientific Stakeholder Engagement within Global Medical Excellence and will partner cross-functionally with Commercial, Clinical Development, and Research, maintaining leadership for global advisory boards and ensuring seamless integration with broader Medical Affairs priorities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Advisory Board Strategy & Operations:
- Lead Medical Affairs advisory board strategy, planning, and execution for specific global and U.S. regional advisory boards, ensuring alignment with medical strategy, stakeholder engagement priorities, and key congress activities.
- Collaborate across Medical Affairs to develop and align global and regional advisory board tactical plans with broader Medical Affairs priorities.
- Ensure compliant planning, execution, and documentation of global and regional advisory boards.
- Develop and execute on processes for compliant cross-functional sharing of advisory board insights.
- Partner with internal teams (Medical Affairs, Clinical, Commercial) to design impactful advisory board agendas and content to ensure alignment with strategic priorities.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Partner with Commercial, Clinical Development, and Research to ensure consistent communication and scientific engagement while maintaining appropriate governance and firewalls.
- Act as the central coordination point for cross-functional teams to align on advisory board priorities, deliverables, and messaging.
Operational Leadership & Governance:
- Lead operational execution of global and regional advisory boards, including agency/vendor oversight, contracting and logistics, budget management, and coordination of internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with global and regional regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA, PMDA, EFPIA, IFPMA).
- Establish best practices, SOPs, and governance processes for advisory board execution.
- Establish scalable, compliant processes to capture, synthesize, and disseminate actionable advisory board insights across appropriate cross-functional stakeholders, in partnership with Medical Affairs Insights & Analytics.
REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
- Advanced degree (MS, PharmD, PhD or equivalent in life sciences preferred but not required).
- 10+ years’ experience in Medical Affairs within biotech/pharma, with a strong background in scientific engagement and advisory board strategy and execution.
- Proven track record in leading global and regional advisory boards across U.S., EU, and APAC regions.
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple complex advisory boards and stakeholder engagements simultaneously, from strategic planning through execution and post-meeting insights.
- Strong understanding of the oncology therapeutic landscape, particularly pancreatic cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, and colorectal cancer.
- Deep knowledge of compliance standards governing global advisory boards, external scientific engagement, and scientific exchange.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional collaboration in a complex, matrixed environment.
- Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills.
- Experience managing budgets, vendors, and operational processes related to advisory boards and other scientific stakeholder engagements.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Experience in early and late-phase development and product launch preparation in oncology.
- Prior leadership of global advisory boards strategy alignment.
- Experience working in fast-paced, innovative, clinical-stage biotech organizations.
COMPENSATION
- Base Pay Salary Range: $211,000 - $264,000 USD
The base pay salary range for this full-time position for candidates working onsite at our headquarters in Redwood City, CA is listed below. The range displayed on each job posting is intended to be the base pay salary range for an individual working onsite in Redwood City and will be adjusted for the local market a candidate is based in. Our base pay salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual base pay salary is determined by multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, market dynamics, and relevant education or training. Please note that base pay salary range is one part of the overall total rewards program at RevMed, which includes competitive cash compensation, robust equity awards, strong benefits, and significant learning and development opportunities.
Revolution Medicines is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and veteran status.
Revolution Medicines takes protection and security of personal data very seriously and respects your right to privacy while using our website and when contacting us by email or phone. We will only collect, process and use any personal data that you provide to us in accordance with our CCPA Notice and Privacy Policy. For additional information, please contact privacy@revmed.com.
We are aware of recent recruitment scams in which individuals or organizations falsely represent themselves as being affiliated with Revolution Medicines. These scams may appear as false job advertisements or unsolicited contacts through communication or chat platforms, email, phone, or text message.
Please note that Revolution Medicines does not extend unsolicited employment offers and will never ask candidates to provide financial information, purchase equipment, or pay fees as part of the hiring process. All legitimate communication from Revolution Medicines will come from an official @revmed.com email address.
If you believe you’ve been contacted by someone impersonating a Revolution Medicines recruiter, please report it to careers@revmed.com so we can share these impersonations with our IT team for tracking and awareness.
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Verify your degree field supports specialty occupation
COO petitions face RFE risk when the degree field appears unrelated to operations management. Cross-reference your credentials against the O*NET occupation profile for Chief Executives to confirm your educational background aligns with USCIS specialty occupation standards.
Target employers with cap-exempt H-1B filing history
Universities, nonprofits affiliated with research institutions, and government-related entities file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap. COO roles at these organizations skip the lottery entirely, giving you a clear path to sponsorship without the April registration window pressure.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter COO openings by employers with confirmed LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. This surfaces companies that have sponsored similar executive roles before, so you're not cold-pitching sponsorship to HR teams unfamiliar with the process.
Negotiate prevailing wage compliance before signing an offer
Your employer's LCA must certify your compensation meets the DOL prevailing wage for your specific location and job zone. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 11-1021 before finalizing your offer letter to confirm the proposed salary clears the threshold.
Request premium processing for executive-level petitions
USCIS offers 15-business-day adjudication through premium processing. For COO hires, employers typically absorb this cost given seniority, and it eliminates uncertainty during notice periods, board approvals, or investor due diligence tied to leadership transitions.
Document operational scope to satisfy specialty occupation scrutiny
USCIS increasingly audits COO petitions where the role description overlaps with general management. Work with your employer to build a job description that ties day-to-day duties to specific technical or specialized knowledge, not just oversight responsibilities.
H-1B Visa Chief Operating Officer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Chief Operating Officer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business administration, operations management, or engineering. USCIS applies heightened scrutiny to executive titles because the duties can appear general. Your employer's petition needs to connect the COO's specific responsibilities to a directly related degree field, not just business broadly.
Which industries most actively sponsor H-1B visas for COO positions?
Technology, healthcare systems, manufacturing, and financial services file the highest volume of H-1B LCAs for senior operations roles. These sectors have complex, cross-functional operations that justify specialized executive leadership. You can identify employers with active sponsorship history for COO-level roles by searching Migrate Mate, which filters by verified LCA filings.
Can an H-1B holder change employers to take a COO role mid-petition year?
Yes. H-1B portability lets you start working for a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed, not after it's approved, as long as your previous H-1B was approved and you haven't been out of status. Your new employer files the petition and you can transition immediately, which matters when a COO offer moves quickly through board approval.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect executive-level candidates seeking COO roles?
COO roles at for-profit employers are cap-subject, meaning your employer must register you in USCIS's annual lottery each March. Cap-exempt employers including universities, nonprofit research institutions, and affiliated entities are not subject to the lottery. If you're targeting for-profit companies, the annual cap deadline and lottery selection rate are factors to plan your job search timeline around.
What documentation does an employer typically need to sponsor an H-1B for a COO?
Your employer files a certified LCA with DOL, then submits Form I-129 to USCIS with supporting evidence that the COO role qualifies as a specialty occupation. That evidence includes a detailed job description, organizational chart showing where the COO sits, and documentation of the business need for a degree-level hire. Your own credentials, transcripts, and any equivalency evaluations are submitted alongside.