Associate Director, Patient Marketing & Engagement

Join us as we transform immunology and deliver medicines that help autoimmune patients get their lives back. argenx is preparing for multi-dimensional expansion to reach more patients through a rich pipeline of differentiated assets, led by VYVGART, our first-in-class neonatal Fc receptor blocker approved for the treatment of gMG, and with the potential to treat patients across dozens of severe autoimmune diseases.

We are building a new kind of biotech company, one that maintains its roots as a science-based start-up and pushes our commitment to innovate across all corners of our business. We strive to inspire and grow our company, our partnerships, our science, and our people, because when we do, we deliver more for patients. 

The Associate Director, Patient Marketing & Engagement will lead the development and execution of patient-centered strategies to empower, educate, and activate patients with rare autoimmune conditions and their caregivers. This role partners cross-functionally with HCP Marketing, Patient Support Services, Patient Advocacy, Corporate Communications, and external agencies to deliver impactful campaigns that build awareness, foster community, and ensure seamless brand pull-through.

We are seeking a self-starter with a proven track record in rare disease or specialty pharma, who is passionate about patients, highly collaborative, and skilled at translating insights into innovative, compliant marketing solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Execution: Support brand indication lead in shaping and delivering patient-focused strategies, storytelling, and positioning aligned to brand and disease state priorities.
• Omnichannel Marketing: Design and implement content and channel strategies that deliver personalized, timely, and clear communications across digital, social, and in-person channels.
• Patient Education & Community Engagement: Lead disease awareness and education initiatives; build relationships with patient and caregiver communities, advocacy groups, and thought leaders to co-create meaningful solutions.
• Insights & Analytics: Partner with Commercial Insights to translate patient journey insights into actionable strategies; measure campaign effectiveness and optimize tactics to improve patient experience and outcomes.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Legal, Regulatory, and Medical Affairs to ensure compliant review and approval of patient-facing tactics and materials.
• Align with Patient Advocacy and global partners on conferences, events, and co-branded initiatives.
• Vendor & Budget Management: Manage agency partners to deliver high-quality tactics on time and within budget. Track and manage patient engagement budget with accountability for spend and ROI.
• Team & Leadership: Represent the voice of the patient across the organization, influence without authority, and mentor junior marketers within the Patient Marketing Community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Science, Marketing, or Business preferred); advanced degree a plus.
• 5+ years of pharmaceutical/biotech marketing experience (rare disease, omnichannel experience strongly preferred; neurology, immunology or rheumatology a plus).
• Proven track record in brand launch, patient marketing, and/or patient advocacy collaboration.
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Deep understanding of regulatory & compliance requirements in patient marketing.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, prioritize effectively, and work independently.
• Entrepreneurial, collaborative, and empathetic mindset.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%, including some weekends.

Education, Experience and Qualifications:

• BS/BA degree (science or business degree preferred); advanced degree a plus
• 5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical/biotech marketing or relevant experience
   - Experience in rare disease marketing and omni-channel media preferred
• Proven brand launch and management experience
• Action oriented, with strong project management and organization skills
• Strong communication, presentation and facilitation skills
• Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Can work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and prioritize work to achieve results
• Understands legal and regulatory environment in pharmaceutical industry
• Ha s entrepreneurial spirit, takes initiative and works independently in an environment with multiple demands
• Agility, proven ability to influence without authority and cross-functional collaboration
• This is a remote position with travel required ~30% of the time

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This job is eligible to participate in our short-term and long-term incentive programs, subject to the terms and conditions of those plans and applicable policies. It also includes a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to retirement savings plans, health benefits and other benefits subject to the terms of the applicable plans and program guidelines.

At argenx, all applicants are welcomed in an inclusive environment. They 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.

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