Essential functions and responsibilities
* build, lead, and execute the overall medical affairs strategy in alignment with janux’s clinical development and corporate objectives.
* establish scalable, compliant medical affairs infrastructure, processes, budgets, and operating models appropriate for a growing clinical-stage biotech organization.
* serve as a key member of the cross-functional leadership team, providing medical and scientific insight to inform development and business decisions.
* develop and oversee scientific and medical communications, including publications, congress strategy, scientific presentations, and medical information content.
* shape and refine the clinical and scientific value across janux’s oncology pipeline to ensure clear, accurate, and compelling external communication.
* ensure consistency and scientific rigor across all external-facing medical materials and engagements.
* build and maintain strong relationships with leading investigators, key opinion leaders, and other external experts in oncology and immunotherapy.
* lead the planning and execution of advisory boards, investigator meetings, and scientific exchange activities.
* represent janux at major national and international scientific congresses and meetings through direct engagement and presentations.
* partner closely with clinical development, clinical operations and translational teams to provide medical input into protocol design, endpoint selection, and evidence generation strategies.
* collaborate with regulatory affairs to ensure compliant scientific exchange and alignment with global regulatory standards.
* support commercialization readiness by providing medical expertise for internal training, external education, and payer‑relevant evidence strategies.
* demonstrate knowledge of implementing tools to optimize and expand reach and frequency of interactions with us providers, advocacy organizations, patients, and key partners.
* direct knowledge of promotional regulatory processes, fair market value (fmv) process, tiering, and alignment with third‑party vendors.
* ensure all medical affairs activities are conducted in accordance with fda, ich, and other applicable regulatory and compliance guidelines.
* establish and maintain high‑integrity processes for hcp and kol interactions, publications, and scientific exchange.
* be available to travel and work independently as well as with other senior executives.
education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities
* advanced degree required (md, do, pharmd, phd, ms or equivalent).
* 15+ years (20 years preferred) of experience in global medical affairs within biotech and/or pharmaceutical organizations, with increasing leadership responsibility.
* significant experience in oncology required, including experience with immuno‑oncology, cell therapy, or novel biologic platforms like t cell engagers.
* demonstrated success in building and leading global medical affairs functions in clinical‑stage or emerging biotech environments.
* proven track record in kol engagement, scientific communications, and cross‑functional collaboration.
* strong understanding of medical affairs compliance, scientific standards, and regulatory requirements.
* ability to operate effectively in a hands‑on, fast‑paced organization.
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