Job Description
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 Associator Director, Monitoring Oversight Management, to manage Apogee’s Oversight CRAs who will oversee the performance of CRO monitoring and site management related activities for Apogee sponsored clinical trials. This role will also support contract Oversight CRAs globally. In this role, you will serve as Apogee’s primary liaison with the in-house Oversight CRAs and Lead CRAs and contribute to building a culture of team, site and patient centricity. Helping Apogee become “Sponsor of Choice” with both our CRO partners and sites will be critical. This role will also contribute to monitoring related process development, continuous evaluation of monitoring related resourcing, and the development and implementation of risk-based monitoring strategies.
Key Responsibilities
In-house responsibilities
The Associate Director of Monitoring Oversight Management is responsible for the leadership of Oversight CRAs globally driving the team to ensure study deliverables are met with efficiency and quality and in accordance with applicable standard operating procedures (SOPs), regulations, good clinical practices (GCP), Key Performance Indicators (KPs), and study-specific requirements
Responsible for hiring in-house Oversight CRAs
Assist with creation, review and revision of departmental SOPs and policies, as applicable
Lead, conduct, and document regular meetings with Oversight CRA team and with individual CRAs to disseminate timely and relevant updates and best practices for consistency and efficiency
Assist with creation and delivery of department initiatives, improvement plans and/or training
Create SOPs and process to support the responsibilities of the monitoring excellence organization
Responsible for the training and development of in-house Oversight CRAs and ensuring training compliance is maintained
Contribute to development and implementation of risk-based monitoring strategies
Assist monitoring head with resourcing/capacity management projections across clinical studies and/or therapeutic areas
Contribute to overall operational readiness to support clinical operations monitoring oversight activities across studies and/or therapeutic areas
Facilitate resolution of region specific and site management related challenges
Communication and issue resolution with clinical vendors, as needed
Create and implement monitoring processes, tools, and documents (e.g., monitoring oversight plan, site visit report templates, monitoring tools)
Responsible for the training and development of in-house Oversight CRAs and ensuring training compliance is maintained
Periodic review of monitoring visit reports and metrics, as applicable
Responsible for ensuring Oversight CRAs maintain their sites as inspection ready, including the Trial Master File (TMF), for health authority inspections
Responsible for compiling and providing clinical monitoring metrics per KPIs to ensure adequate oversight of clinical monitoring activities
Support and liaise with clinical site personnel, as needed
Review and approve time sheets and expense reports
Field management responsibilities
Conduct periodic quality visits for Senior Oversight CRAs, as needed
Ensure all site oversight visits are completed within the expected timelines globally
Oversee all timelines and KPIs for the oversight monitoring team globally
Ensure the oversight CRAs are reviewing and ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and completeness at the clinical study sites
Ideal Candidate
Bachelor's degree in a scientific or healthcare-related field
Minimum of 8-10 years of experience as a CRA or related role within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
Minimum 5 years of experience leading a team of CRAs
Recent experience working on respiratory, dermatology and / or gastrointestinal clinical trials preferred
Experience working in Phase I – III clinical trials
Recent experience working on trials utilizing risk-based monitoring models
Strong knowledge of International Council for Harmonization (ICH) guidelines, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and FDA regulations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Smartsheet
Experience with EDC systems, electronic trial master files (eTMFs) and other clinical trial databases and systems
Strong understanding of clinical trial processes and study conduct
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and can also work independently without significant oversight
Experience working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Certification as a Clinical Research Associate (CCRA) or equivalent preferred
Successfully exhibit Apogee’s C.O.R.E. values: Caring, Original, Resilient and Egoless
Position requires up to 35% travel, including mandatory in-person attendance at Apogee All Hands meetings typically held twice per year, and a clinical operations meeting held once per year, travel is also required to attend key Phase 3 meetings, typically held at the Apogee San Francisco office
This position may also require US and international travel to clinical sites and/or medical conferences
The anticipated salary range for candidates for this role will be $180,000-$205,000/ year. 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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