Senior Translational Scientist

Join argenx as a Senior Translational Scientist to drive clinical readiness through early translational strategies. The selected candidate will implement and perform translational studies to unravel the mode of action of key assets and support indication selection. The position is based at our facility in Zwijnaarde, Belgium, with an expected on-site presence of 3 days per week.

Requirements

• Develop and oversee translational strategies and plans, including translational biomarkers, in vivo animal models, and in vitro/ex vivo research models
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to streamline translational needs and prioritize efforts
• Take ownership of translational studies during early clinical development, ensuring alignment with program objectives and timely decision support
• Manage scientific collaborations to maximize translational science both internally and/or in collaboration with external vendors or academic collaborators
• Act as a subject matter expert in translational models
• Write protocols, perform and interpret data, and write reports
• Support scientific communication both externally and internally, while keeping abreast of scientific literature and the competitor landscape
• Work across projects
• Contribute to the growth and further development of the Translational Science team

Benefits

• Full-time position in a collegial, dynamic, and growing company
• Work in a cross-functional team with access to a broad array of technologies
• Opportunity to contribute to the continued build-out of the Translational Science team
• A competitive salary package with extensive benefits
• Possibility to work remotely (2 days/week) with limited travel required