Associate Director, Patient Engagement & Professional Relations (Head & Neck Can
The Antibody Society, Princeton, NJ, United States
At Genmab, we are dedicated to building extra[not]ordinary® futures, together, by developing antibody products and groundbreaking, knock-your-socks-off KYSO antibody medicines® that change lives and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. We strive to create, champion and maintain a global workplace where individuals' unique contributions are valued and drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our patients, care partners, families and employees.
Our people are compassionate, candid, and purposeful, and our business is innovative and rooted in science. We believe that being proudly authentic and determined to be our best is essential to fulfilling our purpose. Yes, our work is incredibly serious and impactful, but we have big ambitions, bring a ton of care to pursuing them, and have a lot of fun while doing so.
Does this inspire you and feel like a fit? Then we would love to have you join us!
Associate Director, Patient Engagement & Professional Relations (Head & Neck Cancer and Colorectal Cancer)
Genmab is focused on the creation and development of innovative and differentiated antibody products, with the aim of improving the lives of cancer patients. We are seeking a team-oriented, results-driven professional committed to outstanding collaboration and excellent work to support Genmab's Patient Engagement and Professional Relations Team. The Associate Director, Patient Engagement & Professional Relations (Head & Neck Cancer and Colorectal Cancer) will support Genmab's efforts to bring the patient voice to Genmab colleagues and relevant global internal and external stakeholder groups, with a primary focus on head and neck cancer (HNC) and colorectal cancer (CRC) patient and professional organizations. Primary Responsibilities
Conceptualize, build, and execute
patient engagement and professional relations plans for
HNC and CRC
for Genmab and, when applicable, with alliance partners. Develop and manage relationships
with key external stakeholders, including
patient advocacy organizations, professional societies, coalitions, and community networks
supporting people impacted by
HNC and CRC
(patients, caregivers, and survivors). Identify, develop, and execute innovative opportunities
to bring the
patient and caregiver voice
into Genmab-especially with
medical affairs, marketing, market access, and clinical development
colleagues. Serve as a subject matter partner
for HNC and CRC advocacy landscapes, including patient needs, care pathways, disparities, screening/diagnosis challenges, survivorship issues, and the role of multidisciplinary care. Assist in the management of internal patient advisory council and/or tumor-area advisory forums
(as applicable), including:
Liaising with patient/caregiver members and internal stakeholders Coordinating executive sponsorship Setting agendas and objectives Partnering with
legal and compliance Capturing learnings through follow‑up reports and communications
Coordinate with other team members a cross-functional engagement activities , such as:
Sponsorship and grants process support (as applicable) Internal patient panels and listening sessions "Science Day"/education forums with advocacy and professional groups Strategic meetings and touchpoints with organizations at major congresses (e.g., oncology and tumor-specific meetings)
Enable appropriate, compliant engagement
with HNC and CRC organizations by contributing to internal guidance, playbooks, and best practices. Assist in managing budgets
and forecasting for assigned initiatives; track deliverables and impact. Support development and alignment of patient advocacy policies and procedures , including documentation and internal training support where needed. Assist with other related tasks as assigned
to support team priorities and enterprise objectives. The Team Member We Are Looking For Will Have
An
authentic, fun, innovative, collaborative, and enthusiastic
personality who can comfortably build rapport and carry a conversation with diverse stakeholders. Strong
organizational skills
and the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines simultaneously. Comfort interacting with people at
all levels
of the company and with external stakeholders (patients, caregivers, advocacy leaders, clinicians, KOLs, and society staff). Excellent
verbal and written communication
abilities, including translating patient insights into clear, actionable internal recommendations. A true passion for
social impact work , patient empowerment, and improving outcomes for people living with cancer. Sound judgment and a demonstrated commitment to
ethics, compliance, and transparency
in external engagement. Requirements
Advanced degree required
(MBA, MS, PharmD, PhD, or MD). Minimum 8 years of experience , including
at least 3 years of applicable patient engagement/advocacy experience , ideally within oncology. Demonstrated experience working with
patient and professional organizations , and in a corporate environment, including strategic planning, partnership development, and program execution. Strong understanding of
healthcare delivery
and current issues impacting the healthcare industry, including
health policy
and access considerations relevant to oncology. Knowledge of, or ability to rapidly develop expertise in, the
HNC and CRC landscapes , including patient journeys, treatment and supportive care needs, survivorship, and health equity considerations. Fluent
English
(written and spoken) with excellent attention to detail. Superior
communications experience
(written and verbal), including managing multiple internal relationships across partnerships. Strong
presentation and facilitation skills , including leading discussions with external stakeholders and internal cross‑functional teams. Ability to travel up to
30%
of the time, including overnight and occasional weekends. For US based candidates, the proposed salary band for this position is as follows: $167,920.00---$251,880.00 The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as discretionary bonuses and long-term incentives. Benefits
When you join Genmab, you’re joining a culture that supports your physical, financial, social, and emotional wellness. Within the first year, regular full‑time U.S. employees are eligible for: 401(k) Plan:
100% match on the first 6% of contributions Health Benefits:
Two medical plan options (including HDHP with HSA), dental, and vision insurance Voluntary Plans:
Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance Time Off:
Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 12 weeks of discretionary paid parental leave Support Resources:
Access to child and adult backup care, family support programs, financial wellness tools, and emotional well‑being support Additional Perks:
Commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a Lifestyle Spending Account for wellness and personal expenses About You
You are genuinely passionate about our purpose You bring precision and excellence to all that you do You believe in our rooted‑in‑science approach to problem‑solving You are a generous collaborator who can work in teams with a broad spectrum of backgrounds You take pride in enabling the best work of others on the team You can grapple with the unknown and be innovative You have experience working in a fast‑growing, dynamic company (or a strong desire to) You work hard and are not afraid to have a little fun while you do so! Locations
Genmab maximizes the efficiency of an agile working environment, when possible, for the betterment of employee work‑life balance. Our offices are crafted as open, community‑based spaces that work to connect employees while being immersed in our powerful laboratories. Whether you’re in one of our office spaces or working remotely, we thrive on connecting with each other to innovate. About Genmab
Genmab is an international biotechnology company with a core purpose to improve the lives of patients through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. For 25 years, its hard‑working, innovative and collaborative team has invented next‑generation antibody technology platforms and harnessed translational, quantitative and data sciences, resulting in a proprietary pipeline including bispecific T‑cell engagers, antibody‑drug conjugates, next‑generation immune checkpoint modulators and effector function‑enhanced antibodies. By 2030, Genmab’s vision is to transform the lives of people with cancer and other serious diseases with Knock‑Your‑Socks‑Off (KYSO®) antibody medicines. Established in 1999, Genmab is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark with international presence across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit Genmab.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X. Genmab is committed to protecting your personal data and privacy. Please see our privacy policy for handling your data in connection with your application on our website Job Applicant Privacy Notice (genmab.com). Please note that if you are applying for a position in the Netherlands, Genmab's policy for all permanently budgeted hires in NL is initially to offer a fixed‑term employment contract for a year, if the employee performs well and if the business conditions do not change, renewal for an indefinite term may be considered after the fixed‑term employment contract.
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Genmab is focused on the creation and development of innovative and differentiated antibody products, with the aim of improving the lives of cancer patients. We are seeking a team-oriented, results-driven professional committed to outstanding collaboration and excellent work to support Genmab's Patient Engagement and Professional Relations Team. The Associate Director, Patient Engagement & Professional Relations (Head & Neck Cancer and Colorectal Cancer) will support Genmab's efforts to bring the patient voice to Genmab colleagues and relevant global internal and external stakeholder groups, with a primary focus on head and neck cancer (HNC) and colorectal cancer (CRC) patient and professional organizations. Primary Responsibilities
Conceptualize, build, and execute
patient engagement and professional relations plans for
HNC and CRC
for Genmab and, when applicable, with alliance partners. Develop and manage relationships
with key external stakeholders, including
patient advocacy organizations, professional societies, coalitions, and community networks
supporting people impacted by
HNC and CRC
(patients, caregivers, and survivors). Identify, develop, and execute innovative opportunities
to bring the
patient and caregiver voice
into Genmab-especially with
medical affairs, marketing, market access, and clinical development
colleagues. Serve as a subject matter partner
for HNC and CRC advocacy landscapes, including patient needs, care pathways, disparities, screening/diagnosis challenges, survivorship issues, and the role of multidisciplinary care. Assist in the management of internal patient advisory council and/or tumor-area advisory forums
(as applicable), including:
Liaising with patient/caregiver members and internal stakeholders Coordinating executive sponsorship Setting agendas and objectives Partnering with
legal and compliance Capturing learnings through follow‑up reports and communications
Coordinate with other team members a cross-functional engagement activities , such as:
Sponsorship and grants process support (as applicable) Internal patient panels and listening sessions "Science Day"/education forums with advocacy and professional groups Strategic meetings and touchpoints with organizations at major congresses (e.g., oncology and tumor-specific meetings)
Enable appropriate, compliant engagement
with HNC and CRC organizations by contributing to internal guidance, playbooks, and best practices. Assist in managing budgets
and forecasting for assigned initiatives; track deliverables and impact. Support development and alignment of patient advocacy policies and procedures , including documentation and internal training support where needed. Assist with other related tasks as assigned
to support team priorities and enterprise objectives. The Team Member We Are Looking For Will Have
An
authentic, fun, innovative, collaborative, and enthusiastic
personality who can comfortably build rapport and carry a conversation with diverse stakeholders. Strong
organizational skills
and the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines simultaneously. Comfort interacting with people at
all levels
of the company and with external stakeholders (patients, caregivers, advocacy leaders, clinicians, KOLs, and society staff). Excellent
verbal and written communication
abilities, including translating patient insights into clear, actionable internal recommendations. A true passion for
social impact work , patient empowerment, and improving outcomes for people living with cancer. Sound judgment and a demonstrated commitment to
ethics, compliance, and transparency
in external engagement. Requirements
Advanced degree required
(MBA, MS, PharmD, PhD, or MD). Minimum 8 years of experience , including
at least 3 years of applicable patient engagement/advocacy experience , ideally within oncology. Demonstrated experience working with
patient and professional organizations , and in a corporate environment, including strategic planning, partnership development, and program execution. Strong understanding of
healthcare delivery
and current issues impacting the healthcare industry, including
health policy
and access considerations relevant to oncology. Knowledge of, or ability to rapidly develop expertise in, the
HNC and CRC landscapes , including patient journeys, treatment and supportive care needs, survivorship, and health equity considerations. Fluent
English
(written and spoken) with excellent attention to detail. Superior
communications experience
(written and verbal), including managing multiple internal relationships across partnerships. Strong
presentation and facilitation skills , including leading discussions with external stakeholders and internal cross‑functional teams. Ability to travel up to
30%
of the time, including overnight and occasional weekends. For US based candidates, the proposed salary band for this position is as follows: $167,920.00---$251,880.00 The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as discretionary bonuses and long-term incentives. Benefits
When you join Genmab, you’re joining a culture that supports your physical, financial, social, and emotional wellness. Within the first year, regular full‑time U.S. employees are eligible for: 401(k) Plan:
100% match on the first 6% of contributions Health Benefits:
Two medical plan options (including HDHP with HSA), dental, and vision insurance Voluntary Plans:
Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance Time Off:
Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 12 weeks of discretionary paid parental leave Support Resources:
Access to child and adult backup care, family support programs, financial wellness tools, and emotional well‑being support Additional Perks:
Commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a Lifestyle Spending Account for wellness and personal expenses About You
You are genuinely passionate about our purpose You bring precision and excellence to all that you do You believe in our rooted‑in‑science approach to problem‑solving You are a generous collaborator who can work in teams with a broad spectrum of backgrounds You take pride in enabling the best work of others on the team You can grapple with the unknown and be innovative You have experience working in a fast‑growing, dynamic company (or a strong desire to) You work hard and are not afraid to have a little fun while you do so! Locations
Genmab maximizes the efficiency of an agile working environment, when possible, for the betterment of employee work‑life balance. Our offices are crafted as open, community‑based spaces that work to connect employees while being immersed in our powerful laboratories. Whether you’re in one of our office spaces or working remotely, we thrive on connecting with each other to innovate. About Genmab
Genmab is an international biotechnology company with a core purpose to improve the lives of patients through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. For 25 years, its hard‑working, innovative and collaborative team has invented next‑generation antibody technology platforms and harnessed translational, quantitative and data sciences, resulting in a proprietary pipeline including bispecific T‑cell engagers, antibody‑drug conjugates, next‑generation immune checkpoint modulators and effector function‑enhanced antibodies. By 2030, Genmab’s vision is to transform the lives of people with cancer and other serious diseases with Knock‑Your‑Socks‑Off (KYSO®) antibody medicines. Established in 1999, Genmab is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark with international presence across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit Genmab.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X. Genmab is committed to protecting your personal data and privacy. Please see our privacy policy for handling your data in connection with your application on our website Job Applicant Privacy Notice (genmab.com). Please note that if you are applying for a position in the Netherlands, Genmab's policy for all permanently budgeted hires in NL is initially to offer a fixed‑term employment contract for a year, if the employee performs well and if the business conditions do not change, renewal for an indefinite term may be considered after the fixed‑term employment contract.
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