Associate Director – Patient Engagement

🕒 May 19

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Asklepios BioPharmaceutical, Inc. (AskBio)

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501 - 1000 employees

Founded 2001

🧬 Biotechnology

💊 Pharmaceuticals

⚕️ Healthcare Insurance

Biotechnology • Pharmaceuticals • Healthcare Insurance

Asklepios BioPharmaceutical, Inc. (AskBio) is a leading gene therapy company focused on developing treatments for debilitating genetic diseases. Wholly owned by Bayer AG, AskBio specializes in adeno-associated virus (AAV)-based gene therapies aimed at treating various neuromuscular, central nervous system, cardiovascular, and metabolic diseases. One of their notable developments is AB-1003 (LION-101), which has received FDA rare pediatric disease and orphan-drug designations for treating limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2I/R9. AskBio is dedicated to advancing genetic medicine, with a robust portfolio of clinical programs designed to bring innovative therapeutic options to patients worldwide.

📋 Description

• Develop and implement an external engagement strategy • Ensure the development and execution of the medical affairs patient advocacy/external engagement plan for Europe • Partner with patient organizations across Europe • Participate in patient organization events and conferences • Implement a detailed framework to ensure EU patient experience is incorporated into all critical business decisions • Engage with patient advocacy groups, foundations, and individual patients • Establish and maintain strong relationships with key collaborators in the patient community • Collaborate with cross-functional teams • Recruit and organize Patient advisory boards and focus groups

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, healthcare, public health, or related field • At least 8 years’ experience in patient advocacy/engagement or closely related roles within the biotechnology and pharmaceutical healthcare industries • Understanding of drug development process • Consistent track record of performance in developing and driving strategic projects • Excellent communication and social skills • Experience working across multiple therapeutic areas • Demonstrated peer leadership experience • Deep appreciation for patients and their families • Knowledge of regulatory and ethical considerations related to patient advocacy and engagement

🏖️ Benefits

• Health insurance • Flexible work arrangements • Professional development opportunities