Senior Scientist DP Commercial

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 Senior Scientist DP Commercial will be part of the DP commercial team, ensuring timely supply of argenx drug product parenteral biologics portfolio. He/she works with internal stakeholders and external partners to deliver the required global drug product mix on time. In doing so a strong technical mastery, priority setting, strong communication skills and mindset of excellence and continuous improvement will be key to be successful. This is a role with a global exposure. REPORTING LINE Reports to the Drug Product & Device Commercial Manufacturing lead ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES He/She will be part of the DP commercial team; Provides general management and control of external vendors in conjunction with the supply chain team in order to co-ordinate DP manufacturing activities inclusive of sterile fill finish, combination products and secondary packaging activities; Contributes in resolving challenges as well as identifying opportunities to improve business processes and outcomes; Manages production related deviations and change controls internally as well as externally with vendors; Establishes and maintains continuous process verification processes; Supports the annual product quality review process; Manage Drug Product raw materials together with Supply Chain and external partners; Perform Life Cycle Management and Continuous Improvement of manufacturing processes; Provide technical support with the maintenance of registration documentation Review and approve manufacturing specifications in coordination with relevant departments and CMOs; Provision of subject matter expertise to support audit of manufacturing facilities in accordance with GMP, current guidelines and internal procedures; Critical quality/technical review of CMC documents related to drug product manufacturing activities; Proactively identify and track project critical path items ‐ identify risks, formulate and monitor corrective actions; SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES In depth knowledge of ICH and GMP regulations, FDA and EMA/CHMP guidelines, ISO standards and other international regulatory requirements; Strong track record in parenteral drug Product manufacturing including combination products, secondary packaging and combination product assembly, Strong problem-solving skills and mindset of continuous improvement; Keep abreast with relevant scientific and/or technical developments. Searches literature and other sources independently and applies knowledge; Excellent organizational and coordination skills; Strong technical expertise combined with good project management skills and ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders; Able to achieve great business outcomes with and through others; Capable of building strong partnerships with external partners Strong proactive communication skills Quality conscious attitude; Able to operate in a dynamic surrounding of a fast‐growing biotech company with challenging timelines; Willing to travel (up to 30% of the time); Fluent in English, written and spoken; EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS MSc or PhD in chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, bio‐engineering, or other discipline within pharmaceutical/ biotechnology sciences; Proven knowledge of / experience in GMP and working within a Quality Management System, Managing change controls, deviations, Commercial manufacturing and on-time manufacture of drug products as technical expert in cooperation with a QA and supply chain team; Expected experience: >7y within relevant industry. #LI-Onsite ‎ The annual base salary hiring range for this position is €80,000.00 - €110,000.00 EUR This job is eligible to participate in our short-term and long-term incentives program. The hiring range displayed above is the range of possible base pay compensation that argenx believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting. The hiring range is based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range depends on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, internal equity, prior education and experience, job-related knowledge and demonstrated skills. argenx may pay more or less than the posted range and this range may be modified in the future. 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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