Associate Director, Patient Engagement & Professional Relations (Head & Neck Cancer and Colorectal Cancer)

Genmab • Princeton, TX

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About The Position

At Genmab, we are dedicated to building extra[not]ordinary® futures, together, by developing antibody products and groundbreaking, knock-your-socks-off KYSO antibody medicines® that change lives and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. We strive to create, champion and maintain a global workplace where individuals’ unique contributions are valued and drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our patients, care partners, families and employees. Our people are compassionate, candid, and purposeful, and our business is innovative and rooted in science. We believe that being proudly authentic and determined to be our best is essential to fulfilling our purpose. Yes, our work is incredibly serious and impactful, but we have big ambitions, bring a ton of care to pursuing them, and have a lot of fun while doing so. Does this inspire you and feel like a fit? Then we would love to have you join us! Associate Director, Patient Engagement & Professional Relations (Head & Neck Cancer and Colorectal Cancer) Genmab is focused on the creation and development of innovative and differentiated antibody products, with the aim of improving the lives of cancer patients. We are seeking a team-oriented, results-driven professional committed to outstanding collaboration and excellent work to support Genmab’s Patient Engagement and Professional Relations Team. The Associate Director, Patient Engagement & Professional Relations (Head & Neck Cancer and Colorectal Cancer) will support Genmab’s efforts to bring the patient voice to Genmab colleagues and relevant global internal and external stakeholder groups, with a primary focus on head and neck cancer (HNC) and colorectal cancer (CRC) patient and professional organizations.

Requirements

• Advanced degree required (MBA, MS, PharmD, PhD, or MD).
• Minimum 8 years of experience, including at least 3 years of applicable patient engagement/advocacy experience, ideally within oncology.
• Demonstrated experience working with patient and professional organizations, and in a corporate environment, including strategic planning, partnership development, and program execution.
• Strong understanding of healthcare delivery and current issues impacting the healthcare industry, including health policy and access considerations relevant to oncology.
• Knowledge of, or ability to rapidly develop expertise in, the HNC and CRC landscapes, including patient journeys, treatment and supportive care needs, survivorship, and health equity considerations.
• Fluent English (written and spoken) with excellent attention to detail.
• Superior communications experience (written and verbal), including managing multiple internal relationships across partnerships.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills, including leading discussions with external stakeholders and internal cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time, including overnight and occasional weekends.

Nice To Haves

• An authentic, fun, innovative, collaborative, and enthusiastic personality who can comfortably build rapport and carry a conversation with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines simultaneously.
• Comfort interacting with people at all levels of the company and with external stakeholders (patients, caregivers, advocacy leaders, clinicians, KOLs, and society staff).
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, including translating patient insights into clear, actionable internal recommendations.
• A true passion for social impact work, patient empowerment, and improving outcomes for people living with cancer.
• Sound judgment and a demonstrated commitment to ethics, compliance, and transparency in external engagement.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, build, and execute patient engagement and professional relations plans for HNC and CRC for Genmab and, when applicable, with alliance partners.
• Develop and manage relationships with key external stakeholders, including patient advocacy organizations, professional societies, coalitions, and community networks supporting people impacted by HNC and CRC (patients, caregivers, and survivors).
• Identify, develop, and execute innovative opportunities to bring the patient and caregiver voice into Genmab—especially with medical affairs, marketing, market access, and clinical development colleagues.
• Serve as a subject matter partner for HNC and CRC advocacy landscapes, including patient needs, care pathways, disparities, screening/diagnosis challenges, survivorship issues, and the role of multidisciplinary care.
• Assist in the management of internal patient advisory council and/or tumor-area advisory forums (as applicable), including: Liaising with patient/caregiver members and internal stakeholders Coordinating executive sponsorship Setting agendas and objectives Partnering with legal and compliance Capturing learnings through follow-up reports and communications
• Coordinate with other team members a cross-functional engagement activities, such as: Sponsorship and grants process support (as applicable) Internal patient panels and listening sessions “Science Day”/education forums with advocacy and professional groups Strategic meetings and touchpoints with organizations at major congresses (e.g., oncology and tumor-specific meetings)
• Enable appropriate, compliant engagement with HNC and CRC organizations by contributing to internal guidance, playbooks, and best practices.
• Assist in managing budgets and forecasting for assigned initiatives; track deliverables and impact.
• Support development and alignment of patient advocacy policies and procedures, including documentation and internal training support where needed.
• Assist with other related tasks as assigned to support team priorities and enterprise objectives.

Benefits

• When you join Genmab, you’re joining a culture that supports your physical, financial, social, and emotional wellness.
• Within the first year, regular full-time U.S. employees are eligible for:
• 401(k) Plan: 100% match on the first 6% of contributions
• Health Benefits: Two medical plan options (including HDHP with HSA), dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary Plans: Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 12 weeks of discretionary paid parental leave
• Support Resources: Access to child and adult backup care, family support programs, financial wellness tools, and emotional well-being support
• Additional Perks: Commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a Lifestyle Spending Account for wellness and personal expenses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree