What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manager, Scientific Communications 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.
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 key activities that the Senior Scientific Communications Manager will facilitate, and support include abstracts, posters, and oral presentations at scientific congresses, submission of manuscripts to scientific journals. The individual will be responsible for adhering to and supporting all of argenx's SOPs, which includes adhering to GPP 2022 and ICMJE best practices. This role will report directly to the Head, Scientific Communications.
Roles and Responsibilities :
Manage the overall development and approval process for assigned documents within timelines, including documentation generation, initiation of review process, discussions on proposed revisions, and document completion in collaboration with other team members
Coordinate internal stakeholder and author interactions, develop project timelines, maintain compliance with publication industry and company standards and ensure timely achievement of project milestones
Supervise / monitor communications vendors to optimize timely development of materials
Ensure timely communication and follow up with all key stakeholders
Provide updates of scientific publication activities on a regular basis and / or as directed which may include provision of updates in PowerPoint, word, or other formats
Ensure all publication activities are appropriately archived
Skills and Competencies :
Understanding of clinical trial design and execution, statistical methods and clinical trial data reporting requirements
Ability to work collaboratively and coordinate the efforts of team members to resolve comments, and produce a final high-quality document
Independently motivated with good problem-solving skills allowing analysis, synthesis and compilation of data from a broad range of disciplines
Well-organized with demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, work simultaneously on multiple projects, and complete high-quality documents according to timelines
Ability to work in a fast-paced, cohesive, collaborative team-oriented work environment
Education, Experience and Qualifications :
BS / BA degree in a scientific or health-related field required; PharmD, PhD or MD preferred
At least 1 to 5 years of experience in medical / publication writing in the pharmaceutical, biotech, device, medical communications, or CRO industries
Demonstrated ability to produce clear, concise, and effective written and verbal communications describing scientific and clinical data in English
Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise, and effective publications, including the ability to turn data into visuals that convey the key messages and to communicate complex information effectively and accurately
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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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