Job description
About Apogee Therapeutics
Founded in 2022, Apogee Therapeutics, Inc. (Ticker: APGE) is a well-funded, Nasdaq listed company that offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, highly dynamic environment. At Apogee, you can actively contribute to shaping the company culture, take on various roles and responsibilities, and grow professionally.
Apogee Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company seeking to develop differentiated biologics for the treatment of atopic dermatitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and other inflammatory and immunology indications with high unmet need. Our antibody programs are designed to potentially overcome limitations of existing therapies by targeting well-established mechanisms of action and incorporating advanced antibody engineering to optimize half-life and other properties. We seek to reshape the current standard of care for inflammatory and immune diseases because we believe people living with these diseases deserve the best possible treatment, and we refuse to stop at “good enough.”
We are a fast-paced company committed to building an exceptional company culture, founded on our C.O.R.E. values: Caring, Original, Resilient and Egoless.
If this sounds like you, keep reading!
Role Summary
We are seeking a Medical Director to oversee clinical execution and medical monitoring of dermatology studies. As part of a growing clinical development team, you will be responsible for seamless execution of studies and supporting the cross-functional development team in forming the clinical strategy with a focus on protocol development and execution, and medical monitor activities. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and seek the opportunity to advance clinical programs into later stages of development this role is for you!
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a medical monitor, working closely with the CRO, clinical operations, and pharmacovigilance on study execution including but not limited to safety reporting, point of escalation for medical monitoring matters, development and execution of the Medical Monitoring Plan
- Support the design of trials and develop protocols and other relevant documents for individual studies
- Support all the start-up activities related to the assigned Dermatology clinical study
- Oversee day-to-day clinical and medical execution of studies
- Work closely with cross-functional colleagues, including, but not limited to, clinical operations, regulatory, biostatistics, and data management, to ensure timely and flawless execution of clinical plan
- Partner with clinical operations on site selection, recruitment, and CRO management
- Partner with medical affairs to build and maintain strong relationships with PIs, including support of Advisory and Scientific Boards
- Serve as primary medical point of contact for sites and PIs for the assigned study, as applicable
Ideal Candidate
- Education – MD is required
- Experience in clinical development within the Immunology & Inflammation therapeutic areas, ideally dermatology, allergy or rheumatology
- 2+ years’ industry experience as a medical monitor and/or medical director
- Experience working on phase 2 and 3 clinical studies required
- Highly motivated team player with a growth mindset, can-do attitude and willing to learn from others
- Effective communication skills with an ability to present to a variety of stakeholders and tailor message accordingly
- Successfully exhibit Apogee’s C.O.R.E. values: Caring, Original, Resilient and Egoless
- Ability to travel approximately 15% to All Team meetings, functional meetings, study-related activities, and medical conferences
The anticipated salary range for candidates for this role will be $280,000 – $325,000 per year. The final salary offered will depend on several factors, which may include, but is not limited to relevant years of experience, educational background, and geography
What We Offer
- A great culture, grounded in our C.O.R.E. values: Caring, Original, Resilient and Egoless
- Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, highly dynamic environment where you help shape the culture and company, wear multiple hats, and learn quickly
- Market competitive compensation and benefits package, including base salary, performance bonus, equity grant opportunities, health, welfare & retirement benefits
- Flexible PTO
- Two, one-week company-wide shutdowns each year
- Commitment to growing you professionally and providing access to resources to further your development
- Apogee offers regular all team, in-person meetings to build relationships and problem solve
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A pogee Therapeutics is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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