Scientist Preclinical Product Development

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. 

For further expansion of our Research and Discovery team, we are seeking a motivated Scientist with a PhD and broad knowledge and experience in the field of immunology, autoimmune diseases or drug discovery.  Experience with antibody and FcRn biology as well as Fab, Fc and antibody format engineering is a plus.

As scientist you will be part of a project team in which you work closely with colleagues and external partners to characterize and better understand the mode of action of a novel antibody therapeutic. You will use your knowledge, critical thinking, scientific and patent literature and academic contacts to help define research plans and experiments and you will contribute to scientific publications, patents and reports. You will need to prioritize your workflow, efficiently use resources and follow challenging timelines to achieve the project goals. You should be able to work independently and direct the research and day-to-day responsibilities of others, preferably by helping the team of research associates on the work floor. Candidate must have good communication skills in English - our corporate language - and should be able to work well in a team.

The position is based at our facility in Zwijnaarde, Belgium, with the expectation that the successful candidate will be onsite at least four days per week.

We look forward to receiving your CV and a cover letter as part of your application. Please ensure your cover letter clearly outlines your ambition and explains your fit for this specific role.

Profile

• PhD with knowledge in immunology, autoimmune diseases, or biological drug discovery and two years of additional experience is required, ideally with exposure to project management tasks,
• Experience in an industrial setting or with regular industry interaction is a plus,
• Previous exposure to and knowledge in antibody-related biology, FcRn as well as Fab, Fc and antibody format engineering is a plus,
• Creative mind to critically analyse and solve scientific problems,
• Motivated to work in the laboratory to learn and understand the most relevant techniques,
• Quality conscious attitude,
• Excellent team player with focused attitude, onsite presence is required to ensure team dynamics,
• Able to operate in a dynamic surrounding of a fast-growing biotech company with challenging timelines,
• Fluent in English, our working language.

Offer

• The chance to drive the preclinical development of our next therapeutic antibodies to help patients suffering from autoimmune diseases,
• A work environment in a human-sized and fast-growing, dynamic biotech company,
• A competitive salary package with extensive benefits.
  
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