What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, US Medical Affairs Operations position at Argenx?
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.
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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 Director, US Medical Affairs Operations will work closely with all US Medical Affairs (USMA) functions to provide operations support to all critical projects.
Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities :
- Lead USMA Medical Operations Function and Community serving operational needs for US Medical Affairs HQ and Field Teams to provide support on all Medical Affairs projects.
- Lead the USMA Medical Operations Team including the recruitment, development and management of Field Operations, Medical Operations, and Vendors.
- Partner with Medical Affairs functions to manage Medical Affairs projects including project milestones, contracts and budgets, advisory boards and steering committees, regional congresses, quarterly business reviews, quarterly budget analysis, strategic & tactical planning, and project management of assigned medical team meetings including Strategy, Leadership and Matrix meetings and USMA system implementation / management such as Veeva CRM.
- Responsible for the logistics, financial administration and documentation of project orders with external collaborators and consultants. Oversee strategic partnerships, budget tracking, PO creation, & budget reconciliation for KOL and medical affairs-related work.
- Lead and oversee Field Operations for all Medical Director and Field Team activities including Regional Round Tables, Regional and National Advisory Boards, and KOL Lecture programs.
- Lead and manage Financial Operations for management of all procurement activity including SOW review and approval, purchase requisition and purchase order processing, invoice review, reconciliation and processing. Communication with internal stakeholders and strategic partners about various project milestones, payment, etc.
- Lead and manage preparation of agendas, pre-meeting materials and coordinate meeting travel and scheduling as needed for Medical Affairs Leadership meetings.
- Liaise with Compliance on behalf of USMA for annual needs assessment, business justification forms, and field activities.
- Liaise with Med Affairs functions to support Statement of Work (SOW) submissions, CDA and Consultancy Agreements.
- Complete all work in accordance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and argenx policies.
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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.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing your application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the candidate selection process please contact us at hr.us@argenx.com. Only inquiries related to an accommodation request will receive a response.
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