(Senior) Medical Affairs Manager Neurology

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argenx is a fast-growing global immunology company committed to improving the lives of people suffering from severe autoimmune diseases. Thanks to colleagues based in Europe, the United States and Japan, we translate immunology breakthroughs into a world-class portfolio of novel antibody-based medicines. 

For the expansion of our Medical Affairs and Evidence Generation team, argenx is looking for a (senior) Medical Affairs Manager Neurology for the Developed and Partner Markets.

PURPOSE OF THE FUNCTION

As a (senior) Medical Affairs Manager Neurology at argenx, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare by providing medical and scientific expertise for indications and  innovative therapeutics in neurology. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of science, medicine, and business, and contribute to the development and launch of cutting-edge treatments that have the potential to transform the lives of patients.

In this role you will provide scientific input and execute strategic MAEG projects, in cross-functional collaboration with key internal and external stakeholders, for neurology indications with a focus on Myasthenia Gravis. You will be working closely with the indication medical lead, and you will be the main point of contact for the MAEG projects that you will be leading.

• The (senior) Medical Affairs Manager Neurology is an internal and external expert in relevant disease areas and argenx products, including science, clinical data, real-world use, both current and future therapeutic indications and competitive environment;

• Understands the management of relevant diseases, the patient journey, the unmet medical needs, data gaps and areas of clinical collaboration; 

• Builds valued and trusted relationships with the healthcare community through external engagement, projects and other collaboration opportunities;

• Actively contributes to cross-functional business planning and development of innovative Medical Affairs Plans using their extensive knowledge of disease area, data and competitor environment;

• Works closely with the regional and country MAEG teams for the DM and PM, as well as cross-functionally with relevant colleagues, and may also support activities and projects across the DM and PM region.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains the highest scientific and medical expertise of all relevant diseases and products

• You will be responsible for providing strategic medical input to, and execute key medical projects defined in the indication business plans (e.g., adboards, medical education and scientific communication projects, development/review/approval of field materials, medical information materials, preparation and delivery of training activities, review of promotional and nonpromotional materials, congress and other medical project support, real world evidence projects, etc.)

• Provide other medical project support as needed

• Review and keep abreast of relevant literature and disseminate updates, and maintain a strong understanding of competitor products, market dynamics, and therapeutic areas

• Work closely with key internal stakeholders, which include clinical development, regulatory affairs, marketing, market access and other teams to ensure scientific rigor in the execution of projects

• Collaborate closely with regional and country medical affairs teams

• Engage and build relationships with key experts, HCPs and other stakeholders in the scientific community to support product development, clinical trials, pre- and post-launch MAEG activities;

• Ensure full adherence to compliance and ethics rules

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Understands complex disease areas, treatments and healthcare systems

• Has a strong scientific and business acumen and the ability to interpret and communicate complex scientific data

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Is digitally savvy, and has proficiency in using medical databases and project management tools

• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively together within cross-functional teams and networks, and with external stakeholders

• Demonstrated communication skills, within a multi-cultural and multi-lingual global environment

• Is agile and demonstrates adaptability, comfort with ambiguity, trust-building, and resilience

• Derives energy from operating in a dynamic, complex, fast-moving, and frequently changing business environment

• Demonstrable experience with project management, proactive planning and priority setting

• Drives toward outcomes

• Ambitious, inquisitive naturally, a quick study, with demonstrated eagerness to continuously learn, self-improve and develop. This includes being comfortable giving and receiving feedback in a diverse environment.

• Passionate and prepared to lead and contribute to our culture, which is driven by our corporate values of co-creation, innovation, empowerment, excellence, and humility.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE

• Medical, pharmaceutical or high-level scientific degree (MD, PharmD, PhD).

• 5+ years of experience in medical affairs within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, relevant experience in a similar position

• Therapeutic area experience in neurology is an advantage

• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance standards

• Strong communication and presentation skills

• Strategic thinking and ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams

• Passion for medical innovation and a commitment to improving patient outcomes

OTHER

• Ability for frequent travel as required (approximately 20-40%)

• Business fluency in English and at least one other major European language

• Valid driver’s license required