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 Associate Director of Clinical Strategic Excellence to enable clinical decision-making and execution of the company’s clinical strategy. The successful candidate will collaborate with and contribute to teams within and beyond the Clinical organization to drive strategic and operational initiatives through data analysis and synthesis, structured problem-solving, and cross-functional leadership. You will contribute to, and help facilitate, discussions regarding clinical development, trial design, trial results disclosure, and scenario planning, and foster coordination across functions as we operationalize our strategy. This role requires a strong scientific or medical background along with exceptional analytical and communication skills, and excellent project management to manage multiple concurrent workstreams. 

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Clinical Strategic Excellence team to support the development and execution of the company’s clinical strategy
Drive analysis and synthesis of both quantitative and qualitative data, including clinical trial data, scientific literature, and insights from the competitive landscape, leveraging input from multiple sources, including new insights from the Business Development & Strategy, Clinical Development, and Medical Affairs teams
Partner with cross-functional teams to inform strategic recommendations with data-driven insight
Optimize processes within the Clinical organization to enable program execution and further company strategy
Support external communication about our clinical programs, including coordination of operations to support clinical data releases and development of presentations for leadership, board meetings, and external stakeholders
Contribute to clinical strategy working groups and other ad hoc Clinical initiatives, including in-person workshops and meetings

Ideal Candidate

Advanced degree (MD, PhD, MBA, MS) with technical training in science/medicine preferred
- MD or PhD: 2+ years of experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry, with broad and comprehensive understanding of different systems, functions, and processes within clinical development
- MS or MBA: 4+ years of experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry, with strong knowledge of clinical development processes
Experience in immunology & inflammation and/or antibody development preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with ability to synthesize complex or unstructured medical and scientific concepts and translate them into implications
Strong stakeholder management and presentation skills; strong track record of working cross-functionally to achieve results
Highly organized with strong project management skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to collaborate across diverse stakeholders and cross-functional teams
Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; eager to learn and grow in a strategic and operational role
Successfully exhibit Apogee’s C.O.R.E. values: Caring, Original, Resilient and Egoless
Position requires up to 20% travel, including mandatory in-person attendance at Apogee All Hands meetings typically held twice per year
Travel is also required to attend key Phase 3 meetings, typically held at the Apogee San Francisco office

The anticipated salary range for candidates for this role will be $175,000-$190,000. 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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Apogee 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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Associate Director, Clinical Strategic Excellence

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