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We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated individual to lead our biomarker efforts in the field of inflammatory and immune diseases, with a focus on atopic dermatitis, asthma, COPD and EOE. Reporting to the Senior Vice President – Research and Translational Medicine, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the strategy and implementation of all our translational clinical and preclinical biomarker programs from early but particularly late-stage development including Phase 3 trials and BLA-readiness for all our assets.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the strategic planning and execution of biomarker discovery and development programs for inflammatory and immunology diseases, focusing on atopic dermatitis, asthma, COPD and EOE and particularly late-stage clinical development
Develop and articulate the late-stage clinical and post-launch strategic vision for the biomarker programs to internal and external stakeholders
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to integrate our biomarker discovery and development efforts into our development programs, including clinical trials and BLAs
Oversee the Biomarker Discovery and Development team to drive efforts through a combination of in vitro/in vivo and in silico data analyses, in house and in collaboration with external partners
Together with the Senior Director-Biomarker Discovery and Development develop and implement biomarker strategies to demonstrate the clinical utility of novel biomarkers and the distinction of patient populations and responders as well as additional indications
Stay current on emerging trends and technologies in biomarker discovery and development, and implement best practices to ensure the success of our programs
Provide strategic input and leadership to cross-functional program and functional teams to drive the development of novel, innovative therapies for inflammatory and immunology diseases
Requirements:
PhD or MD in a relevant scientific discipline
At least 15 years of track-record in senior leadership roles in biomarker discovery and development, preferably in the field of inflammatory and immunology diseases
Proven success in leading biomarker discovery programs from ideation to clinical validation
Focused understanding on late-stage clinical development including Phase 3 trials with biologics and BLAs is required
Experience in I&I, atopic dermatitis, asthma, COPD and/or EOE a plus
Excellent communication skills and ability to articulate and communicate complex strategic vision
Deep hands-on knowledge of the antibody development process and regulatory requirements for biomarkers in clinical trials and for BLA-submissions
Strong preference for candidates with late stage clinical and post launch experience
Expertise in collaborating with external partners and key opinion leaders
Strong leadership and communication skills fully aligned with our C.O.R.E. values
Position requires up to 30% travel including mandatory in-person attendance at All Hands meetings typically held twice per year as well as travel to Apogee offices in Boston and San Francisco
At least 4 years of experience working in a biotech or pharmaceutical company
Nice to have:
Experience in I&I, atopic dermatitis, asthma, COPD and/or EOE
Late stage clinical and post launch experience
What we offer:
Market competitive compensation and benefits package, including base salary, performance bonus, equity grant opportunities, health, welfare & retirement benefits
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