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 is a clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing novel biologics with potential for differentiated efficacy and dosing in the largest I&I markets, Apogee’s antibody programs are designed to overcome limitations of existing therapies by targeting well-established mechanisms of action and incorporating advanced antibody engineering to optimize half-life and other properties. Zumilokibart (APG777), the company’s most advanced program, is being initially developed for the treatment of atopic dermatitis (AD), which is the largest and one of the least penetrated I&I markets, as well as asthma. With four validated targets in its portfolio, Apogee is seeking to achieve best-in-class efficacy and dosing through monotherapies and combinations of its novel antibodies. Based on a broad pipeline and depth of leadership and expertise, the company believes it can deliver value and meaningful benefit to patients underserved by today’s standard of care.
We are a fast-paced company committed to building an exceptional culture, founded on our C.O.R.E. values: Caring, Original, Resilient and Egoless and a commitment to refusing to stop at “good enough”.
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Role Summary
We are seeking an inspirational and dynamic Regional Director (RD), Field Medical Affairs (Dermatology) to lead and expand our Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team in the East region. The ideal candidate will have an advanced clinical or scientific degree and experience in field medical affairs leadership within dermatology. In this newly created role, you will lead the MSL team to meet the field scientific objectives of the Clinical Development Medical Affairs (CDMA) organization. Your primary focus will include MSL coaching and development, territory planning and cross-functional collaboration to support our clinical trials and corporate strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- MSL Leadership and Development - lead, coach and manage a team of MSLs
- Provide strategic direction, professional development, and performance management in a timely and consistent manner, regularly recognize strong performance and address performance gaps decisively
- Consistent field observations to provide MSL coaching and development and build relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and investigators
- Regional execution of Medical Affairs strategy and objectives, ensure MSLs are equipped to engage with healthcare professionals (HCPs), KOLs, and other external stakeholders, delivering scientific and medical information that aligns with corporate strategy
- Regional oversight of MSL territory planning to achieve Medical Affairs objectives/goals
- Ensure MSLs have resources, tools and training to maximize field performance and enhance the support of KOLs and investigators
- Responsible for MSL team compliance, monitor and evaluate MSL activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and internal policies
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams
- Provide scientific expertise and insights to help guide strategy and internal decision-making
Ideal Candidate
- Advanced scientific degrees are required (PharmD, PhD, MD/DO, PA, NP), Doctorate strongly preferred in health sciences or clinical discipline
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in Medical Affairs and 5 years of experience in field medical affairs
- MSL leadership experience required
- 2+ years of experience in the dermatology therapeutic area strongly preferred
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Proven history of establishing and maintaining relationships with KOLs
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic biotech environment with a collaborative, cross-functional mindset
- Successfully exhibit Apogee’s C.O.R.E. values: Caring, Original, Resilient and Egoless
- Position requires up to 75% travel including mandatory in-person attendance at All Hands meetings typically held twice per year, as well as regular overnight travel to meet with MSL team, clinical study site personnel and KOLs, and to attend scientific conferences, etc.
The anticipated salary range for candidates for this role will be $250,000 - $280,000 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
- We provide competitive time off, including three weeks PTO, two one-week company-wide shutdowns a year and dedicated paid sick leave
- 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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