Chief Medical Officer

About Aerogen Pharma:
Aerogen Pharma is a US based clinicalstage specialty pharmaceutical company with a mission to develop inhaled drug/biologic and device combination that will transform the standard of care for acute and critically ill patients. Our goal is to create medically superior proprietary and commercially differentiated combination products by combining proven therapeutic molecules with a unique highperformance aerosol delivery system.
We are embarking on an exciting and dynamic stage in our combination product development moving into phase 3 clinical trial for one of the biggest breakthroughs in Neonatal care. We are a team of passionate industry experts who are leading shaping and driving a potentially transformative medical breakthrough for the treatment of neonatal respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) in the developed world.
Additionally in partnership with The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation we have an ambitious program in development to bring lowcost surfactant to the millions of premature babies with RDS born each year.
Join us as we embark on this breakthrough and become inspired to deliver.

What is the role
The Chief Medical Officer in Aerogen Pharma will provide medical and scientific leadership to the organization and represent our company in the neonatal medical community. Reporting into the CEO you will be responsible for the clinical development strategy and external medical engagement. In addition you will provide input into the commercial and business strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities
Lead the Clinical Programs to meet the business regulatory and ethical requirements of the Aerogen Pharma business
Provide medical input to the commercial success of the business including working closely with the Aerogen Pharma management team and contributing to business plans
Support business strategies by implementation of studies supporting applications for Investigator Initiated Research management of advisory boards interaction with clinical investigators and other key activities
Work closely with stakeholders across the business to accomplish delivery of product driven initiatives
Build and develop enduring peertopeer relationships with healthcare professionals and institutions creating constructive crossfunctional partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
Preparation of scientific presentations/talks responsibility for internal and external medical publications

Education and Experience
Medical Degree with significant experience in clinical study development and management with strong academic and industry network
Clinical experience with aerosol therapy critical care and/or respiratory care.
Good understanding of acute care environment at Global US EMEA AP) regional and country level
Good knowledge of pharmacovigilance and regulatory legislation and how it impacts the product portfolio
Ideal candidate will have Phase 2b Phase 4 clinical studies design and experience BLA/NDA authoring and defense
An understanding of the compliance framework for medical interactions in relation to global and local regulation
High degree of crossfunctional collaboration with good leadership skills and business acument
Ability to communicate clearly information and concepts which may be complex in nature
A knowledge of health economics and its impact on medical decision making
Very good knowledge of English with good presentation skills
Talent for communication and organization
Proven ability to teamwork

Why Aerogen Pharma
As a key member of Aerogen Group the global market leader in high performance aerosol drug delivery Aerogen Pharma is at a pivotal point in the companys life cycle. With plans to expand and centralise our US hubs over the next two years we offer an environment where you can thrive professionally and learn from driven industry leaders in drug development and commercialization inhaled devices and neonatology.
We foster an inclusive culture that empowers you to contribute to the transformation of Neonatal care where potential is recognized and professional development is encouraged.