Join us as we transform immunology and deliver medicines that help autoimmune patients get their lives back. argenx is preparing for multi-dimensional expansion to reach more patients through a rich pipeline of differentiated assets, led by VYVGART, our first-in-class neonatal Fc receptor blocker approved for the treatment of gMG, and with the potential to treat patients across dozens of severe autoimmune diseases.
We are building a new kind of biotech company, one that maintains its roots as a science-based start-up and pushes our commitment to innovate across all corners of our business. We strive to inspire and grow our company, our partnerships, our science, and our people, because when we do, we deliver more for patients.
The US Medical Director, Rheumatology is a key member of the US Medical Affairs & Evidence Generation organization. Working in close collaboration with Global/US Medical Directors, US MSLs, Scientists, and Clinical Development Teams (CDTs), the Medical Director drives the development of argenx immunology-focused pipeline programs and any future approved indications in the therapeutic area. The US Medical Director has a highly visible remit, and is accountable to ensure cross-regional Medical Affairs input and deliverables are consolidated and brought to key cross-functional teams, including the CDTs, Indication Development Teams (IDTs), and Asset Strategy Teams (ASTs). Additionally, the Medical Director plays a central role in external interactions with Key Opinion Leaders and Healthcare Providers. The Medical Director is a critical interface of argenx and the healthcare community and will support strategic planning and tactical execution, to further the Medical Affairs mission to improve patient care.
This position will report directly to the Head of the Immunology TA & Payer Team.
Roles and Responsibilities
Medical Strategy: Drive development, and oversee execution of cross-functional and globally-aligned immunology pipeline medical strategies. Includes leading development and execution of high impact medical activities, such as advisory boards, steering committees, medical insight collection, interpretation, and dissemination. Also includes development of action plans and scientific exchange tactics in line with medical strategy.
Internal Medical Representation: Medical Affairs core member of highly cross-functional CDT, AST, IDT, New Product Planning (NPP) Teams, and other key decision-making teams. Includes ensuring the Medical Affairs team understands all aspects of the development programs through necessary updates, and representing the voice of the Medical Affairs organization in support of CDT, AST, IDT, and NPP activities.
Scientific & Medical Expertise: Acquire and continuously maintain the highest scientific and medical expertise for relevant indications within the immunology therapeutic area, and be acknowledged internally and externally as an expert contributor. Be an expert presenter, facilitator and/or active participant at advisory boards, expert meetings, etc. Provide expertise to guide development of medical content and medical trainings. Provide critical guidance and input into publication and congress planning aligned with Scientific Communications.
External KOL Engagement: Support identification and development of productive collaborations with clinical experts, other important customers and stakeholders, including professional organizations. Identify and implement appropriate high-impact medical research projects to support the business objectives, including argenx-sponsored and investigator-initiated projects in immunology pipeline indications.
Compliance and Integrity: Ensure all Medical Affairs activities maintain the highest standards, comply with applicable pharmaceutical regulations, as well as, argenx policies and procedures.
Skills and Competencies:
Cross-functional Engagement: Highly collaborative, goal-oriented, results-driven. Proven record of building strong cross-functional relationships and successfully navigating competing priorities.
Global Engagement: Awareness of cross-regional nuances, and demonstrated success leading global and/or US teams.
Scientific and Medical Expertise: Demonstrated ability to accurately and effectively evaluate medical/scientific literature and landscape to develop effective medical affairs strategies. Ability to develop and maintain deep knowledge in complex disease areas, treatments and clinical development plans. Ability to build productive collaborations with medical and scientific experts.
Key Attributes: Growth mindset, agile, flexible, and high emotional intelligence.
Education, Experience and Qualifications:
Medical degree (M.D., D.O.), PharmD, or PhD
10+ years industry experience, highly preferred
Specific biopharmaceutical industry experience in immunology, rheumatology, dermatology, neurology or rare disease highly desirable
Prior experience as a Medical Affairs Lead/Medical Director (experience developing asset and/or indication medical strategy)
Experience representing Medical Affairs on cross-functional and cross-regional teams focused on development- and commercial-stage assets (e.g. CDTs, ASTs, IDTs, New Product Planning Teams, etc.).
Detailed understanding of regulations and practices, including industry interactions with healthcare professionals and product market access
Willingness to travel, up to 50% of time, as needed
At argenx, all applicants are welcomed in an inclusive environment. They will receive equal consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. argenx is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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