AlgiPharma announces two new positions avaliable.

AlgiPharma is interested to hear from high caliber, energetic candidates to join the team at our Norwegian office in Sandvika. Preference will be given to those candidates already resident in Norway or who are already eligible to work in Norway. The deadline for applications is the 12^th May 2019 (see local press advertisement for details on how to submit).

R&D Project Manager

The candidate will proactively manage the day to day running of multiple R&D projects, coordinating with key internal and external stakeholders to advance our portfolio of products for cystic fibrosis, respiratory, wound healing, and other indications based on our alginate oligomer technology. Focused on development of new indications the candidate will develop these project to proof-of-concept (POC) studies in man and cooperate with colleagues and external parties to initiate these studies. The candidate will work collaboratively with a focus on effective planning, coordination of activities, and efficient implementation of R&D strategy. This will include working with external academic and clinical partners, Contract Research Organizations (CROs) and suppliers. The candidate will have demonstrated clear organizational skills and experience of project management in the biotech/biopharma industry, and have relevant experience in R&D and chemical/biotechnological manufacturing. Previous experience establishing effective working relationships in a virtual organization is an asset. The candidate will report directly to the Chief Scientific Officer.

The ideal candidate has:

• PhD in biological science or a related field.
• 5+ years’ experience as a Project Manager.
• Experience in managing multiple project accounts and familiarity applying to funding agencies and reporting on project grants.
• Experience of project management in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and tools.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in Norwegian and English.

Clinical Trial Manager

We are looking for a well-organized, detail-oriented and flexible candidate to join the clinical team managing the daily operations in the progress of our clinical trials. The candidate will help develop and maintain documentation and materials for clinical trials, working closely with trial sites, and external CRO staff. The candidate will manage multiple aspects of running complex international multicenter trials, including site visits, generate and distribute internal and external reports and newsletters, and liaise with relevant parties regarding all trial aspects. The candidate will play a leading role in generating and overseeing documentation and records, and will work closely with other staff ensuring compliance with relevant guidelines. The candidate will report directly to the Clinical Director.

The ideal candidate has:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in biological science, medicine, pharmaceutical, nursing or a related field.
• 3+ years’ experience as a Clinical Research Associate.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical industry, terminology and practices.
• Knowledge of EU and FDA regulations and their practical implementation.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in Norwegian and English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and tools. Experience with commonly used IT tools for clinical trial data collection and analysis.
• Ability to manage and prioritize workload effectively.
• Available to travel extensively, and occasionally on short notice.

About AlgiPharma

AlgiPharma AS is dedicated to the development and commercialization of novel therapeutics, based on our patented alginate oligomer technology that will help transform the lives of patients with chronic diseases: Helping patients and their families towards a better day. www.algipharma.com – A better day

AlgiPharma is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company with a primary focus on respiratory diseases and other conditions caused by microbial infections and biofilms. Our aim is to address unmet medical needs and fight diseases effectively through our innovative alginate technologies. Our alginate technology targets those diseases where there is a clinical need to mitigate abnormal mucus accumulation, microbial infection, biofilm formation and antibiotic resistance. AlgiPharma is developing its first drug candidate for patients with Cystic Fibrosis (CF), where we hold orphan drug status with EMA and FDA. To date we have won about NOK 300 million in Government and NGO support including NOK 120 million from the American Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. We have completed 5 clinical trials to date, and will be initiating 2 more phase 2b multinational trials this spring and summer. The AlgiPharma technology has multiple applications including other respiratory diseases such as COPD, infection, wound healing, and medical device coatings. Building on the success and exciting developments of our technology, the team at AlgiPharma is expanding to meet the demands of bringing our first drug candidate to market.

What we offer:

• Engaging working environment at a dynamic company on the verge of delivering the first of its drug candidates to market.
• Opportunity for self-development, such as training courses and/or conferences.
• A dynamic working atmosphere.
• Flexibly in working hours to maintain a good work-life balance.
• Great health insurance plan.
• Excellent remuneration package, including the opportunity to attend relevant training and education courses and congresses.

Hilde Morris has recently been appointed to replace our outgoing clinical director Dr. Astrid Hilde Myrset, who will continue in a consultancy in the short term to ensure a smooth transition of the role. Hilde Morris will take over the Cystic Fibrosis clinical development program at AlgiPharma. She is a veterinarian by training, and has previously held leading positions within clinical research in Nycomed-Imaging-Amersham-GE Healthcare, as well as in Photocure ASA, where she was VP of R&D until 2006. From 2007 to 2017. Hilde has worked as an independent consultant within the fields of clinical research regulatory affairs. She has had responsibility for coordinating multiple international clinical trial programs from phase I – IV for a wide range of pharmaceuticals in the US, EU and Australia, and has over 25 years’ experience interacting with international regulatory authorities.