Associate Director, Patient Engagement and Advocacy

Summit Therapeutics, Inc.

. Support development and execution of pre-, peri-, and post-launch patient engagement and advocacy strategies for ivonescimab .

Posted 10/24/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $169,000 - $198,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient engagement and advocacy strategies, with a strong focus on oncology and compliance within the pharmaceutical industry. Proficient in project management, stakeholder engagement, and effective communication of scientific information.

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Patient AdvocacyOncology ExperienceProject ManagementStakeholder EngagementHealthcare Compliance

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Hard Skills

Patient EngagementPatient AdvocacyMedical AffairsEducation Program DevelopmentBudget ManagementTimeline ManagementRegulatory ComplianceCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingData Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailAdaptabilityCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeProject Management ToolsElectronic Document Management SystemsDocument Review Platforms

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalBiotechnologyHealthcarePatient EducationClinical OperationsMarket AccessMedical CommunicationsExternal StakeholdersPatient Caregiver CommunitiesMedical Congresses

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support development and execution of pre-, peri-, and post-launch patient engagement and advocacy strategies for ivonescimab
Assess patient engagement and education needs and support development of programs, resources, and external partnerships
Collaborate with Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Commercial, Regulatory, Compliance, and Medical Communications
Engage patient advocacy organizations, clinical experts, and external stakeholders to understand patient and caregiver needs and disease burden
Support patient-friendly communication of scientific and clinical information and develop or review educational materials
Monitor patient advocacy trends, oncology patient engagement best practices, and external stakeholder needs
Support patient advocacy activities at medical congresses, advisory boards, educational programs, and Medical Affairs initiatives
Manage project timelines, budgets, documentation, compliance reviews, and program deliverables with internal teams and external vendors
Develop metrics, status updates, and insights summaries for Medical Affairs leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as public health, nursing, pharmacy, life sciences, social work, or healthcare-related discipline required; advanced degree preferred
Minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience in patient advocacy, patient engagement, Medical Affairs, oncology, or related roles within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare industry
Experience supporting or leading patient engagement, advocacy, education, or external stakeholder programs in a cross-functional environment
Understanding of healthcare compliance requirements, patient advocacy engagement principles, and regulatory considerations relevant to pharmaceutical and biotechnology organizations
Strong project management, organizational, and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex scientific and clinical information into clear, patient-appropriate language
Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, matrixed, and fast-paced organization
Proficient user of standard Microsoft Office applications
High attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality, and sound judgment when managing sensitive information and external stakeholder interactions
Critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently while escalating issues appropriately
Demonstrated ability to adapt to shifting priorities, manage time-sensitive deliverables, and operate in a collaborative environment
Domestic and international travel may be required, approximately 20–30% of the time and as needed
Experience in oncology and launch-stage organizations preferred
Experience working with patient advocacy organizations, external vendors, healthcare professionals, academic institutions, and patient or caregiver communities preferred
Experience managing budgets, timelines, vendor relationships, documentation, and compliance review processes preferred
Experience with electronic document management systems, project management tools, and document review platforms desirable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential bonus
Stock
Benefits and/or other applicable variable compensation
Equal opportunity employer