• Job Description

  Req#: REQ-2266

  PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

  argenx is focused on developing product candidates with the potential to be either first-in-class against novel targets or best-in-class against known, but complex, targets in order to treat diseases with significant unmet medical need.

  Changes in healthcare systems with advances in medicine and health technologies have accelerated the use of health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) to support decision making on adoption of new technologies across multiple stakeholders. To prepare for successful market access of our innovative medicines, argenx requires timely evidence of value for Healthcare Decision Makers.

  argenx is committed to engaging with Healthcare Decision Makers to better understand Payer, Health Technology Assessment (HTA), and governmental organizations’ requirements to align argenx HEOR value evidence generation initiatives to provide the right evidence at the right time and accelerate patient access to our innovative therapies.

  The HEOR Marketed Products Scientist will lead HEOR evidence generation and facilitate communication strategies and tactics with payers, health authorities, physicians, patient advocacy organizations, and other decision makers in support of argenx innovative therapies globally. The Marketed Products Scientist will collaborate closely with HEOR Pipeline Scientists to inform HEOR evidence needs for pipeline products and taking on responsibility for new products and indications during phase 3 of drug development. The Marketed Products Scientist will lead initiatives within cross functional teams, specifically Market Access, Medical Affairs, Brand, and Patient Advocacy to maximize product value and price potential by aligning clinical and HEOR evidence to differentiate assets based on their value proposition. The Marketed Products Scientist will engage with thought leaders, vendors, healthcare providers, and cross-functional colleagues to generate market access materials to support effective global launches aligned with market access and brand strategies. As an HEOR Scientist they will be expected to lead research projects, collaborating with external experts and internal cross functional colleagues to provide evidence of value for argenx novel therapeutics including dissemination of findings. The successful candidate must be able to effectively manage project budgets and timelines.

  REPORTING LINE

  He/she will report to the Head of Global HEOR and will closely collaborate with colleagues in Cross Functional Teams and Sub-teams including Market Access, Medical Affairs, Brand, Regulatory, and Patient Advocacy. As part of a global function, you will collaborate with colleagues from many different geographic regions.

  ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop, advance, and maintain HEOR data generation plans aligned with Brand, Medical, and Market Access strategies for demonstrating the value of argenx products to healthcare decision makers.
  • Collaborates with HEOR Pipeline Scientists to bring up-to-date evidence needs to inform drug development and take on joint responsibility for pipeline indications and products transitioning to launch.
  • Proposes and defends the rationale for funding an HEOR activity plan aligned with strategic initiatives. Effectively executes against that activity plan within budget.
  • Leads scientifically rigorous HEOR studies and manages projects from concept through full execution, including reporting the evidence at scientific congresses, in peer reviewed publications, and proactive/reactive argenx communication tools.
  • Collaborates with colleagues and Scientific Communications in development of HEOR related publication strategy.
  • Establishes strong cross-functional relationships with internal argenx stakeholders.
  • Is viewed as an internal HEOR expert who is fully integrated into the argenx cross functional teams and provides critical input into the development of effective communication tools and programs for optimal market access.
  • Demonstrates the ability to make decisions on selecting external organizations and researchers with appropriate expertise for research collaborations.
  • Demonstrates the ability to work on a collaborative/collegial basis with vendors.
  • An argenx ambassador working with functional colleagues to lead engagements with external stakeholders such as Payers, Physicians (KoLs) & Patient Organizations.
  • Upon request, and in partnership with field Market Access and Medical Affairs, develop and present HEOR presentations to formulary committees and other decision-makers and effectively respond to their questions and challenges. (travel up to 20%)
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with key HEOR thought leaders and academics to shape methodological advances and research agendas in support of argenx business objectives. Be recognized as an HEOR expert by external HEOR KOLs.
  • Possess extensive understanding of HEOR evidence and be able to present complex value data in a straightforward and understandable manner to a variety of internal and external audiences.

  SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

  • Working effectively with others: Gains the respect and trust of others by building common objectives to address Market Access, Medical Affairs, Commercial, and Patient Advocacy opportunities.
  • Creativity & innovation: Constantly finds new ways to get results in different situations. Achieves superior results by redefining problems through collaboration with others and obtaining expert internal or external advice.
  • Priority setting: Sets clear priorities among competing opportunities. Leverages experience and know-how to focus on priority objectives. Seeks guidance on priority setting when necessary.
  • Technical mastery: Has a thorough understanding of the HEOR environment and methodology for innovative medicines and the channels for market access and patient advocacy in the US and at regional level elsewhere.
  • Initiative & Follow-Through: Self-starter with ability to work with minimum supervision. Communicates clearly with leaders and maintains visibility to objectives, strategies and tactics.
  • Leadership: Has the confidence based in training, experience and know-how to influence and lead others to address complex value evidence challenges for the US and, when needed, ex-US. Can effectively bring about change to deliver results through others. Thinking / Problem solving: Adopts an open approach to understand opportunities and situations to create solutions by developing options that address stakeholder requirements or constraints in a constructive manner.
  • Communication: Understands the rationale for HEOR initiatives and is able to translate and communicate requirements to internal and external collaborators and stakeholders. Communicates effectively with diverse people by seeking to understand their different viewpoints and tailor complex ideas, concepts, and data to their needs. Understands the importance of listening as part of effective communication.

  EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • 7+ years in pharmaceutical & biotech industry: Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical development, product promotion, and regulatory requirements.
  • 5+ years HEOR experience: In depth understanding of healthcare economics, epidemiology, quality of life assessments, real-evidence generation, clinical research, statistical modeling, and communication of HEOR outcomes.
  • PhD, MD, PharmD, or appropriate Master's degree with experience in rare disease or with a broad medical background with relevant pharmaceutical or biotech experience
  • Ability to lead a cross-functional team and influence without formal authority: Previous experience executing research and managing projects.
  • Launch experience with orphan drugs including a strong understanding of US payer and market access challenges as well as HTA considerations in ex-US markets.
  • Ability to understand, interpret, and make recommendations concerning the evolving US market as well as globally.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to travel up to 20% of time as needed.

  At argenx we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment. Here all applicants 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.

• About the company

  We’re a global immunology company using co-creation to develop potential therapies for people with severe autoimmune diseases and cancer.

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