Apellis Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative therapies to treat autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, as well as cancer. The company's cutting-edge research and development efforts are focused on harnessing the power of the immune system to target and treat these complex conditions. With a commitment to advancing precision medicine, Apellis Pharmaceuticals is at the forefront of revolutionizing healthcare and improving patient outcomes.

Pharmaceutical Project Manager

Field Reimbursement Manager (North East)

Medical Science Liaison Professional

Clinical Development Expert - Eye Diseases

Drug Safety Operations Manager

Care Educator Liaison

Thought Leader Liaison - Rare Disease (West Central)

Position Summary: The Clinical Trial Manager is responsible for the overall management, planning, implementation, and execution of clinical trial(s) in a fast-paced environment with moderate oversight from the Senior Clinical Trial Managers and/or Associate Director, Clinical Operations. Key Responsibilities Include: Leads and/or assists the trial team to execute and deliver the clinical trial in accordance with the clinical development plan/strategy, budget and timeline. Author clinical trial documents and trial-related plans. Contributes to and/or approves with oversight, the clinical review of CRFs, CRF completion guidelines, and the data review plan. Leads/assists in the identification and selection of investigator sites. Responsible for planning, conducting, and presenting during Investigator’s Meetings. Provides input and coordinates the delivery of clinical trial supplies in collaboration with Clinical Supply team as escalate issues as appropriate. Collaborates with the cross-functional team on selection and management of clinical trial vendors. Responsible for providing input to Trial Master File Plan, overseeing Clinical Operations-related documentation, and coordinates with document specialists regarding trial files. Manages and triages escalation of trial-related issues and communicates as appropriate with management and other cross-functional areas. Leads oversight of CRO activities and other clinical vendors to ensure the quality meets Apellis and regulatory requirements. Monitors and manages budget for clinical trial(s) including proposals, contracts, and change orders from CROs and vendors. Attend periodic visits to sites and/or CROs to assess progress of trials/protocol compliance. Reviews clinical monitoring reports and correspondence related to monitoring visits, identifies issues/trends as available, and provide oversight and/or serve as escalation point to junior team members. Collaborate with cross-functional team members to monitor the clinical trial data to ensure timely entry, collection, and identification of data quality issues. Provides periodic status reports regarding trial timelines, budget issues, accruals, etc. to management as requested. Responsible for managing one or more clinical trial(s). Support departmental initiatives and process improvements. Provides input and serves as the subject matter expert for the trial during regulatory inspections. Other duties and responsibilities as required. Education, Registration &amp; Certification: B.S/B.A. degree is required. Science/health care related field preferred but not required. Experience: 5+ years' experience working within a pharmaceutical/biotech company, CRO, or similar organization. 2+ years’ experience managing clinical trials. Ophthalmology, Nephrology, Hematology experience preferred.&nbsp; Skills, Knowledge &amp; Abilities: Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing tasks and demands. Ability to complete tasks to deadlines (time management) and resolve/escalate problems in a timely manner. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. Provide review of vendor requests for proposals, scope of work(s), and contract scope changes. Contribute, develop, and manage clinical trial budget(s). Strong knowledge of applicable computer and project management software packages, including Microsoft Suite. Knowledge of current regulatory requirements and guidelines governing clinical research and related terminology. Ensure trial adherence to ICH/GCP/local regulations. Lead a cross-functional team within an evolving organization and external vendors. Physical Demands and Work Environment: This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.&nbsp;This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Travel Requirements: Up to 25% domestic and/or international travel. Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit https://apellis.com/careers/benefits/ to learn more. Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn &nbsp;EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Clinical Trial Manager

Region: Seattle, Alaska. Position Summary: The Account Manager is a sales role and will represent Apellis to all relevant key accounts in your assigned geography. With the goal of building trust in the company, its values, its science, and the product. They will be accountable for understanding those accounts, building effective territory and key account plans that address the range of all pertinent stakeholders in the healthcare ecosystem. The Account Manager will create and implement account plans in collaboration with other Apellis customer-facing teams aligned to their geography. In addition, the Account Manager will identify treatment patterns, help to map referral networks and work cross-functionally with their overlapping partners. Further, the Account Manager serves as the lead point of contact for other account management activities, such as speaker management, marketing engagement, and other commercial needs. Key Responsibilities Include: Build and maintain proficiency in relevant disease states, patient and clinic experience, market landscape, and product. Drive company revenue by achieving all sales/marketing objectives and goals. Serve as the primary commercial interface with key accounts, being accountable for the overall customer experience. Develop and maintain a deep understanding of and relationship with key accounts, including all relevant stakeholders (e.g., physicians, nurses, office staff, management, etc.).&nbsp; Establish and execute against business plans for key accounts in alignment with national strategy and resources. Effectively communicate those plans and lead key account strategy discussions with leadership, building understanding and support. Assess the treatment patterns and referral networks affiliated with key accounts. Work collaboratively and compliantly with multiple stakeholders, including community engagement teams, patient services, medical affairs, and operations teams, in order to achieve account objectives. Goes above and beyond to help fellow regional team members and Account Manager colleagues when needed. Proactively shares knowledge and expertise with others to contribute to the team’s overall success. Effective utilization of all approved resources to help achieve territory and account objectives. Proactively communicate with Regional Sales Director on a routine basis to discuss/share ideas, challenges, and best practices. Responsible for sharing field insights back with home-office team and participation in internal workshops and insight readouts as well as regularly bringing forward innovative engagement tactics. Operate with a high level of professional integrity, within established guidelines and policies, and in alignment with the Apellis culture and values. Education, Registration &amp; Certification: BA/BS degree Experience: 4+ years of biotech/pharma sales and account management experience Experience working in Nephrology, Hematology/Oncology and/or rare disease market preferred; transplant and hospital/IDN experience is also valued Experience in product launches&nbsp;preferred Skills, Knowledge &amp; Abilities: Proven track record of sales success Expertise in creating and executing on customer / account plans, informed by local knowledge and aligned to strategy and tactics provided by headquarters Passion for understanding and championing the needs of customers and accounts, resulting in strong relationships, credibility, and trust Demonstrated learning agility as shown by past success when encountering new challenges, roles, and/or situations (including the ability to engage virtually). Positive attitude and comfort in navigating ambiguity Commitment to effective collaboration with key company stakeholders driven by a high degree of emotional intelligence. The ability to persevere and focus on solutions when encountering all obstacles. Strong communication skills with the ability to listen actively, express compelling ideas fluently and succinctly, and present effectively Demonstrated integrity on the job, including an understanding and deep respect of relevant rules and regulations within the pharma sector Physical Demands and Work Environment: Must be willing and able to fully comply with any and all applicable credentialing requirements for customer interactions. Travel Requirements: Must live in territory. Willing to travel domestically up to 75% of the time, including overnights, depending on territory. Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit https://apellis.com/careers/benefits/ to learn more. Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn &nbsp; EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Account Manager - Nephrology (Seattle)

Position: Corporate Account Director – CVS/Zinc/Aetna Reports to:&nbsp;Senior Director, US Value, Access &amp; Policy - Corporate Accounts Location: Field, US Working closely with the Senior Director, Corporate Accounts, the Corporate Account Director – CVS/Zinc/Aetna is responsible for access and reimbursement of Apellis products across all assigned payer accounts (national, regional and government) with primary focus on CVS, Zinc and Aetna and designated large regional payers. This role will have a tremendous impact in advancing Apellis’s goal of bringing therapies to market for a variety of complement mediated diseases, including PNH, GA, C3G and IC-MPGN. The CAD will serve as the lead point of contact for all Apellis business related to assigned accounts and managing business activities within that assigned account.&nbsp; Most critically, the CAD is responsible for securing and protecting patient access to Apellis products and ensuring their market performance. The CAD will also be responsible for developing mutually beneficial relationships that align strategically to the business needs of the customer and Apellis.&nbsp; They will develop, maintain, and execute account business plans that deliver on set goals and objectives. If applicable, the CAD will also lead all payer contracting and rebate validation efforts for Apellis products.&nbsp; The CAD is also responsible for working with impacted Apellis colleagues to ensure the appropriate level of cross-functional support for their assigned accounts. The CAD will develop and execute pull-through objectives by strategically utilizing corporate resources.&nbsp; Additional responsibilities include, developing pull-through strategies through account and market insight, and providing Apellis leadership with market and account intelligence across all payer books of business: Commercial, Medicare and Medicaid. Duties and Responsibilities: Manage CVS/Zinc/Aetna payer relationship and other designated large regional payer accounts per management discretion Maximize patient access across the entire Apellis portfolio Develop and grow assigned payer business partnerships and ensure profitable acceptance of Apellis products to achieve performance goals within assigned accounts Analyze and understand local environment, account business, and align Apellis priorities to create account plans that deliver activities that contribute to the defined business goals and objectives Monitor progress in assigned accounts and modify action plans as appropriate (monitor account contacts, plan execution, profit, value, volume growth, and market share) Develop and maintain effective working relationships with Key C-Suite and decision makers within an account (CEO, CFO, CMO, Dir.of Pharmacy, Dir. of Quality, Industry Relations, etc.) and continually seek to expand account penetration depth and breadth Attend and actively engage in all relevant payer conferences, associations and meetings as determined by US VAP Leadership Seek out opportunities for synergy and partnership to achieve mutually beneficial goals for both Apellis and the account through active and transparent account planning Understand the business landscape and engage in key local, national, and international health care issues/strategies, account issues/trends and best practices to establish credibility beyond product and therapeutic areas. Co-develop and manage execution of jointly developed account plans (holding account and Apellis responsible for plan execution) Develop a strong alliance with field teams to ensure collaboration between access and pull-through initiatives Work closely with other Corporate Account Directors on pull through for downstream plans Collaborate closely with both the GA Field Reimbursement Team and the Rare Franchise Field Access Team to ensure access and reimbursement for patients to Apellis products Actively maintain open communication throughout the organization especially regarding cross-functional account efforts Review and analyze product performance at the account level and communicate account performance broadly with key internal stakeholders as appropriate Engage payer across both pharmacy and medical benefits Adhere to relevant Apellis and regulatory compliance guidelines Live the Apellis Values Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years current or recent CVS/Zinc/Aetna payer experience. Proactive, results oriented, self-starter motivated by the desire to do the right thing for the patients and their caregivers Bachelor’s degree in a related business or scientific discipline Excellent planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects 10+ years of working in the pharma/biotech space, with at least 5 years in payer account management focused on large national &amp; regional PBMs and payers Experience in ophthalmology strongly preferred Experience in rare disease Strong knowledge of Buy and Bill Experience in both medical and pharmacy benefits Strong oral and written presentation skills and executive presence. Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly visible and dynamic environment; able to work effectively with ambiguity and incomplete information. Ability to influence and lead across functions; operate in a matrix environment. Must be a highly cross functional team player that is willing to participle in activities that may not necessarily be in his/her core responsibilities Must adhere to Apellis’ core values, policies, procedures and business ethics Working knowledge of all managed customer segments (National, regional and government). Working knowledge of all channel segments with a strong expertise in Commercial and Medicare Advantage Ability to travel at least 50% of the time Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit https://apellis.com/careers/benefits/ to learn more. Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn &nbsp; EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Corporate Account Director – CVS/Zinc/Aetna

Position Summary: The Director, Statistical Programming will be responsible for leading and directing the statistical programming team and strategy for clinical projects across one or multiple therapeutic areas. Ensure delivery of high-quality programming deliverables in project timelines. Statistical Reporting representative on major Apellis initiatives. Preferred job location: Waltham, MA. Remote candidates will be considered on a case-by-case basis or relocation may be provided. Key Responsibilities Include: Operational and functional leadership of one or multiple therapeutic areas (TA). Lead and implement the statistical programming strategy in the responsible therapeutic area/s. Recruit, develop, mentor, coach people managers responsible for managing individual drug projects. Appraise the performance of direct and indirect reporting associates. Ensure high quality performance management and associates’ career development within his/her TAs. Establishes high expectations and goals to ensure organizational success. Creates an organization that executes efficiently and is committed to meeting goals. Encourages a culture of open, honest communication where all are encouraged to express their views. Manage quality, timeliness, efficiency, and implementation of standards within his/her Unit. Ensure implementation of state-of-the-art programming practices and quality guidelines in compliance with regulatory requirements and Apellis quality standards, to ensure programming deliverables of high quality, on time, and within budget. Build and maintain strong partnerships within Apellis Statistical Programming groups and across functions within Biometrics, Regulatory and all development functions. Attend Biometrics leadership meeting and extended leadership meeting to represent programming function on strategic and operational level. Lead all external and internal resource management activities across programming TAs, as well as contribute to the overall resource planning for programming. Manage and builds relationships with external partners and service organizations. Engages in effective management of vendors including development, maintenance and monitoring of effective KPIs and KQIs. Anticipates potential problems within and across TAs and develops appropriate contingency plans. Creates escalation plans to ensure resolution of all issues at the therapeutic and project levels. Lead independently improvement initiatives and/or non-clinical projects for programming and Biometrics. Ensure that relevant SOPs/BGs/Working practices are in place and followed. Review the planned contents of tables / listings / figures for SCS/SCE and project level documents to ensure efficient production and usefulness of output. Lead/participate in external industry/statistical programming activities and forums like PharmaSUG, SUGI, PHuse etc. Education, Registration &amp; Certification: Post-graduate university or college degree in Life Sciences, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Medical Informatics or equivalent. Experience: 12+ years of experience in global drug development, including at least 8 years in a senior programming/statistical role within the pharmaceutical industry. Strong leadership skills including leading people, operations, and innovation globally in complex matrix structures and business models. Superior interpersonal skills. At least 5 years of people management experience of staff across multiple sites. Good knowledge of drug development and commercialization processes. Proven ability to proactively identify issues, recommend and implement solutions. Strong global project management skills / Track record in successful project management. Good knowledge of statistical programming languages like SAS, R and R Shiny Physical Demands and Work Environment: This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Travel Requirements: Up to 15% travel expected.&nbsp; Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit https://apellis.com/careers/benefits/ to learn more. Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn &nbsp;EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Director, Statistical Programming

Position Summary: Apellis is seeking an experienced and visionary Executive Medical Director to lead clinical and strategic development efforts for the ophthalmology franchise, serving as the lead R&amp;D representative on cross-functional strategy and development teams. This highly visible, senior leadership role combines responsibilities in clinical oversight, medical monitoring, and R&amp;D strategy — driving programs from early development through to regulatory approval and lifecycle management.&nbsp;This role will be responsible for shaping the scientific and clinical direction of key ophthalmology programs, ensuring alignment with the company’s overall business goals and regulatory expectations. Reporting to the Head of Clinical Development, the Executive Medical Director will serve as a critical liaison between R&amp;D and other key functions such as Commercial, Technical Operations, Medical Affairs, and Corporate Strategy. Preferred job location: Waltham, MA. Remote candidates will be considered on a case-by-case basis or relocation may be provided. Key Responsibilities Include: Strategic R&amp;D Leadership: Act as the Lead R&amp;D representative on cross-functional strategy and development teams, ensuring strategic alignment across research, clinical development, and commercial goals. Lead the creation and execution of Integrated Asset Plans, Target Product Profiles, and Lifecycle Management strategies for ophthalmology assets. Provide oversight of R&amp;D deliverables across preclinical, CMC, and clinical development, ensuring adherence to timelines, scientific rigor, and regulatory readiness. Partner cross-functionally to integrate scientific strategy into commercial, regulatory, and technical operations planning. Drive internal alignment on program strategies including clinical trial design, regulatory submission planning, and global development considerations. Clinical Development &amp; Medical Oversight: Lead the clinical development strategy for ophthalmology programs from first-in-human through post-marketing. Serve as Therapeutic Area Lead for ophthalmology, overseeing all clinical development activities and ensuring delivery of high-quality clinical trials. Provide medical monitoring for ongoing clinical studies, including SAE review, coding, data interpretation, and safety oversight. Ensure medical and scientific integrity of clinical study reports, regulatory documents, and publications. Author and review clinical sections of regulatory submissions (e.g., INDs, CTAs, NDAs, BLAs, briefing documents), and represent Apellis in interactions with global health authorities. Scientific and Regulatory Expertise: Serve as an internal and external scientific expert in ophthalmology, offering guidance on disease area trends, treatment landscapes, and development strategies. Shape the scientific direction of ophthalmology programs by integrating emerging science, innovation, and clinical insights. Collaborate with Regulatory Affairs to prepare for regulatory interactions, including advisory committee meetings and health authority consultations. Support business development efforts by contributing clinical and scientific assessments for in-licensing or partnership opportunities in ophthalmology. Cross-Functional and Organizational Leadership: Represent Clinical Development and R&amp;D in cross-functional leadership forums to drive alignment on strategic priorities, program risks, and operational execution. Foster a culture of scientific excellence, accountability, and innovation within the ophthalmology development team and across R&amp;D. Coach and mentor direct reports and cross-functional colleagues, contributing to talent development and organizational capability building. Education, Registration &amp; Certification: MD, DO, or foreign equivalent required.&nbsp; Board certification in ophthalmology strongly preferred.&nbsp; Experience: 10+ years of experience in drug development in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry, with 8+ years in ophthalmology clinical development. 5+ years in R&amp;D or cross-functional leadership roles, with direct responsibility for program strategy and execution. Proven success in leading ophthalmology clinical programs across multiple development phases. Experience interacting with global regulatory agencies and presenting at advisory committee meetings. Deep understanding of ophthalmology diseases, clinical practice, and emerging therapies. Expert knowledge of the drug development lifecycle, including preclinical, clinical, and regulatory aspects. Strong strategic acumen and ability to integrate scientific, clinical, and business considerations. Exceptional communicator capable of conveying complex concepts to a range of audiences, including executive leadership, regulatory bodies, and external partners. Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and guide critical development decisions. Ability to navigate ambiguity, anticipate challenges, and drive innovative solutions to advance development programs efficiently. Travel Requirements: Up to 20% travel expected.&nbsp; Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a great benefit package which includes: health insurance with full premium coverage, 401K with company match, paid time off (PTO), long- term disability insurance, life insurance and more!&nbsp; Visit https://apellis.com/careers/ to learn more. Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn &nbsp;EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Executive Medical Director of Ophthalmology, Clinical Development

Territory: DC/MD/VA/NC/SC/GA/FL/PR US Patient Services is focused on maintaining excellence in patient services and delivering an exquisite patient and healthcare professional (HCP) experience. The Field Access Manager, Systemic is an integral part of the team responsible for supporting patient access to prescribed treatment for patients battling serious and rare diseases.&nbsp; The Field Access Manager will use their reimbursement and access expertise to compliantly address challenges impacting patients’ access to Apellis products prescribed by their HCP.&nbsp; &nbsp; Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: &nbsp; Key Responsibilities Include: &nbsp; Establish collaborative relationships within Patient Services, Field Sales, Value Access and Policy (VAP) and other relevant teams to support patient access. Provide proactive education to key facility/practice staff regarding Apellis Patient Services Programming and reimbursement specific to Apellis products. Apellis Patient Services include but are not limited to case management, reimbursement, patient assistance, care educator support &amp; affordability programming and product dispensing. Provide coverage and reimbursement information, including payer-specific prior authorization requirements, to key staff members to support patient access to Apellis products. Ensure compliant use of Personal Health Information (PHI) with appropriate patient consent. Track reimbursement journey, focusing on aging patient cases, to ensure thoughtful support and effective intervention when appropriate. Maintain a&nbsp;current repository of plan-specific reimbursement criteria, forms, and submission procedures. Identify coverage issue patterns to resolve payer issues quickly. Review patient status trackers daily to ensure quality service by network pharmacy(ies). Communicate cross-functionally to ensure current and accurate communication on the status of Start Forms. Proactively prioritize and address patient access bottlenecks.&nbsp; Trends identified should be internally escalated, as appropriate. Works as an integral part of the Patient Services team – functioning as the key point person for field escalations to ensure quick resolution of stakeholder challenges. Gains and maintains Apellis Patient Services operations expertise&nbsp;and is a trusted resource cross-functionally. &nbsp; Education, Registration &amp; Certification: BA/BS required Experience 5+ years of commercial experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry 5+ years of experience in healthcare coverage, coding and/or reimbursement experience Experience with specialty pharmacy products Hematology/Oncology and/or Nephrology experience preferred Rare disease experience preferred &nbsp; Skills, Knowledge &amp; Abilities: Embodies Apellis values Knowledge of pharmacy data and patient support case management processes Has a results orientation with attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines Strong operational competencies Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively with different levels of management as well as with peers Demonstrate initiative and proactivity with ambiguity Highly motivated with the ability to be flexible, creative and learn quickly in a fast-paced environment Excellent attention to detail &nbsp; Physical Demands and Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Travel Requirements: Travel up to 80% inclusive of Company meetings and conferences. Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit https://apellis.com/careers/benefits/ to learn more. Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn &nbsp; EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Field Access Manager - Southeast region

&nbsp; Position Summary: The Apellis MSL is a remote role focused on developing and maintaining peer-to-peer relationships with key medical experts. This role will primarily support the Apellis ophthalmology program. The MSL will collaborate with physicians and other medical experts to support trial enrollment, provide program and protocol training and ensure that health care professionals have the most up to date information as the clinical development programs mature. &nbsp; Territory: Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky Preferred Location: Cleveland, Ohio and Michigan Key Responsibilities Include: Develop and maintain peer-to-peer collaborations and relationships with key medical experts in the ophthalmology community Support clinical development initiatives including site identification, trial recruitment, registry, and presentation of final approved data Collaborate with physicians on medical affairs initiatives including publications, advisory boards, medical education opportunities, training, and speaker development Serve as scientific peer-to-peer resource to external disease experts and internal stakeholders Support the medical community with up-to-date medical information, robust disease expertise, and product information Communicate clinical insights on new data to Apellis Medical Affairs and to inform medical strategy for the therapeutic area Train internal stakeholders on key scientific and medical topics in relevant therapeutic area Develop an understanding of the regional landscape including specialties involved in care of patients Maintain effective and appropriate communication among internal stakeholders while maintaining full compliance with relevant requirements Generate tactical regional plans to provide needs based, value-added support of the medical and scientific community in-line with company goals Uses systems to strategically map, identify, profile and prioritize thought leaders in line with the medical plan and goals Maintain accurate reporting and documentation of MSL activities &nbsp; Education, Registration &amp; Certification: Advanced scientific or clinical degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, OD) Experience: At least 5 years of experience in Medical Affairs or Medical Science role Robust and current clinical development experience supporting drugs to treat rare diseases; prior ophthalmology experience preferred Candidates must have well-established networks and active relationships with KOLs in the ophthalmology community Candidate must have an understanding of compliance considerations and demonstrate ability to work compliantly in a field-based role, within the medical organization, as well as across the commercial organization &nbsp; Skills, Knowledge &amp; Abilities:&nbsp; Excellent oral and written communication skills Energetically embraces responsibilities, demonstrates ability to achieve goals Has strong initiative, and functions well as part of a cross-functional team Exhibits excellent time management Demonstrated ability to work independently Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience in a start-up environment preferred Must be pro-active team player, flexible, and ability to work in ambiguous situations Physical Demands and Work Environment: Office is home based Travel within region up to 75%. Required travel to medical meetings, team meetings, and other group meetings (will require some weekends) &nbsp; Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit&nbsp;https://apellis.com/careers/benefits/&nbsp;to learn more. Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn &nbsp; EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Medical Science Liaison, Ophthalmology (Great Lakes)

Position Summary: The Apellis MSL is a remote role focused on developing and maintaining peer-to-peer relationships with key medical experts. This role will primarily support the Apellis ophthalmology program. The MSL will collaborate with physicians and other medical experts to support trial enrollment, provide program and protocol training and ensure that health care professionals have the most up to date information as the clinical development programs mature. Territory Requirement: Candidate must reside in one of the following states: North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, or West Virginia. Key Responsibilities Include: Develop and maintain peer-to-peer collaborations and relationships with key medical experts in the ophthalmology community Support clinical development initiatives including site identification, trial recruitment, registry, and presentation of final approved data Collaborate with physicians on medical affairs initiatives including publications, advisory boards, medical education opportunities, training, and speaker development Serve as scientific peer-to-peer resource to external disease experts and internal stakeholders Support the medical community with up-to-date medical information, robust disease expertise, and product information Communicate clinical insights on new data to Apellis Medical Affairs and to inform medical strategy for the therapeutic area Train internal stakeholders on key scientific and medical topics in relevant therapeutic area Develop an understanding of the regional landscape including specialties involved in care of patients Maintain effective and appropriate communication among internal stakeholders while maintaining full compliance with relevant requirements Generate tactical regional plans to provide needs based, value-added support of the medical and scientific community in-line with company goals Uses systems to strategically map, identify, profile and prioritize thought leaders in line with the medical plan and goals Maintain accurate reporting and documentation of MSL activities Education, Registration &amp; Certification: Advanced scientific or clinical degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, OD) Experience: At least 5 years of experience in Medical Affairs or Medical Science role Robust and current clinical development experience supporting drugs to treat rare diseases; prior ophthalmology experience preferred Candidates must have well-established networks and active relationships with KOLs in the ophthalmology community Candidate must have an understanding of compliance considerations and demonstrate ability to work compliantly in a field-based role, within the medical organization, as well as across the commercial organization Skills, Knowledge &amp; Abilities: Excellent oral and written communication skills Energetically embraces responsibilities, demonstrates ability to achieve goals Has strong initiative, and functions well as part of a cross-functional team Exhibits excellent time management Demonstrated ability to work independently Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience in a start-up environment preferred Must be pro-active team player, flexible, and ability to work in ambiguous situations Physical Demands and Work Environment: Office is home based Travel within region up to 75%. Required travel to medical meetings, team meetings, and other group meetings (will require some weekends) Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit https://apellis.com/careers/benefits/ to learn more. Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn &nbsp; EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Medical Science Liaison, Ophthalmology (Mid-Atlantic)

Position Summary: The Apellis MSL is a remote role focused on developing and maintaining peer-to-peer relationships with key medical experts. This role will primarily support the Apellis ophthalmology program. The MSL will collaborate with physicians and other medical experts to support trial enrollment, provide program and protocol training and ensure that health care professionals have the most up to date information as the clinical development programs mature. Territory Requirement: Candidate must reside in one of the following states: Northern California, Northern Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Montana, and Idaho Key Responsibilities Include: Develop and maintain peer-to-peer collaborations and relationships with key medical experts in the ophthalmology community Support clinical development initiatives including site identification, trial recruitment, registry, and presentation of final approved data Collaborate with physicians on medical affairs initiatives including publications, advisory boards, medical education opportunities, training, and speaker development Serve as scientific peer-to-peer resource to external disease experts and internal stakeholders Support the medical community with up-to-date medical information, robust disease expertise, and product information Communicate clinical insights on new data to Apellis Medical Affairs and to inform medical strategy for the therapeutic area Train internal stakeholders on key scientific and medical topics in relevant therapeutic area Develop an understanding of the regional landscape including specialties involved in care of patients Maintain effective and appropriate communication among internal stakeholders while maintaining full compliance with relevant requirements Generate tactical regional plans to provide needs based, value-added support of the medical and scientific community in-line with company goals Uses systems to strategically map, identify, profile and prioritize thought leaders in line with the medical plan and goals Maintain accurate reporting and documentation of MSL activities Education, Registration &amp; Certification: Advanced scientific or clinical degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, OD) Experience: At least 5 years of experience in Medical Affairs or Medical Science role Robust and current clinical development experience supporting drugs to treat rare diseases; prior ophthalmology experience preferred Candidates must have well-established networks and active relationships with KOLs in the ophthalmology community Candidate must have an understanding of compliance considerations and demonstrate ability to work compliantly in a field-based role, within the medical organization, as well as across the commercial organization Skills, Knowledge &amp; Abilities: Excellent oral and written communication skills Energetically embraces responsibilities, demonstrates ability to achieve goals Has strong initiative, and functions well as part of a cross-functional team Exhibits excellent time management Demonstrated ability to work independently Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience in a start-up environment preferred Must be pro-active team player, flexible, and ability to work in ambiguous situations Physical Demands and Work Environment: Office is home based Travel within region up to 75%. Required travel to medical meetings, team meetings, and other group meetings (will require some weekends) Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit https://apellis.com/careers/benefits/ to learn more. Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn &nbsp; EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Medical Science Liaison, Ophthalmology (Pacific Northwest)

Position Summary: Apellis is seeking an experienced and talented business leader(s) for the role of Regional Sales Director for our Northeast region.&nbsp; This role represents an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact working with key Retina physicians and large consolidated Retina accounts responsible for the first ophthalmic commercial launch at Apellis. The Regional Sales Director (RSD) is a critical first-line leader of the Apellis Ophthalmology Sales team. The RSD is responsible for leading a team of customer-facing Territory Business Managers (TBMs).&nbsp; The RSD role will be responsible for meeting sales and revenue goals, as well as managing expenses in their geographic area of responsibility.&nbsp; This will be accomplished through effective business planning, coaching, and developing the TBMs in their geographic area of responsibility and establishing business relationships with targeted retina customers.&nbsp; The RSD will be responsible for leadership of all business functions, and will be key to inspiring ownership, accountability, and engagement across their region. The urgent priorities for the Regional Sales Director are to recruit, train, and lead an outstanding and highly motivated sales team who will clearly establish a pathway to achieve launch performance targets in Geographic Atrophy (GA). The role requires strong collaboration with multiple cross-functional partners to build cross-function launch plans and establish the infrastructure and operational components necessary to support field sales. A strong and creative growth-oriented mindset, a bias to action, focus on performance, and deep cultural alignment with the Apellis values are essential for success in role. The Regional Sales Director will be accountable for delivering the goals for the sales team established in the strategic plan for the US Ophthalmology Division. This position will report to the Head of Sales, US Ophthalmology. Key Responsibilities Include: Provide strong leadership in the assigned geographic region ensuring market penetration through analysis of market dynamics and setting goals to ensure that sales goals are achieved Build business strategy and drive geographic sales impact in line with corporate goals Work closely with Sales Operations, Marketing and Market Access cross-functional partners to achieve sales goals Develop internal and external customer relationships necessary to successfully drive Apellis’ business objectives Continually educates self and team on market issues, trends, and product knowledge as it pertains to specific business issues which can impact product success Applies new / innovative technologies to enhance efficiency, expand knowledge base and refine skill building Represent Apellis at local, regional, and national conferences Provides input to Area, Regional and National sales meetings to develop targeted content and learning objectives Manage expense budgets and P&amp;L at Regional level Ensure effective and appropriate use of resources including expense and program budgets Ensure compliance with all Apellis and governmental policies, procedures, and regulations Develop and maintain ongoing business relationships with practices and key physicians in geographic area Provide region marketplace feedback in a timely manner to corporate leadership detailing customer business trends, competitive programs, and industry issues as well as insights regarding the Retina practice environment to guide corporate activities Evaluate emerging trends, changes to market conditions, and areas of opportunity to incorporate into activities with targeted practices Communicates effectively and compliantly with sales management, marketing, and market access&nbsp; Develop and implement business plans to maximize market penetration Participate and/or lead other projects as assigned by the Head of Sales Education, Registration &amp; Certification: BS/BA degree required; MBA or other related graduate degree preferred Experience: Minimum of 3+ years sales management, with 6+ years progressive pharma/related industry experience Experience in Ophthalmology (Retina preferred), and/or specialty product categories Demonstrated “expertise” level knowledge and experience with pharmaceuticals and biologics in a buy and bill environment Experience working with institutions and integrated delivery networks preferred Skills, Knowledge &amp; Abilities: Successful experience with launching new products strongly preferred Experience building and developing sales teams/organizations from the ground up is strongly preferred Strong clinical acumen with an ability to effectively communicate complex scientific data Proven knowledge and relationships with key Executive level decision makers at Retina (ophthalmology) practices strongly preferred Experience in launching Buy and Bill Pharmaceutical/Biologics products or indications preferred Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a specialty sales team in meeting and exceeding sales objectives Strong leadership, planning and organization, analytics, decision making and problem-solving skills Executive presence and strong organization skills Ability to influence without authority in a matrixed environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Subject matter expertise in Retina (ophthalmology) market including the competitive landscape Excellent interpersonal skills including networking, influencing, negotiation, presentation, and written and verbal communication Leadership, and strategic thinking to manage complex market evolution Results oriented Demonstrated success of teamwork and working in a collaborative matrix environment (sales, account management, market access, customer service, marketing, etc.) Demonstrated proficiency in the use of PowerPoint and advanced Excel skills Willing to travel domestically up to 75% of the time and attend events outside of business hours (e.g., occasional weekends and evenings Travel Requirements: Up to 75% Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit https://apellis.com/careers/benefits/ to learn more. Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn &nbsp; EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Regional Sales Director - Ophthalmology (Northeast)

Position Summary: The Senior Manager, Device Development will be a key contributor within our device development team and will support the development of drug delivery devices for our innovative therapies. The successful candidate will be expected to work independently and as an effective, engaged team member in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with peers in a matrixed organization. Through the responsibility for the development of successful development activities, this position will embody the Apellis values and be part of the team accountable for delivering impactful new ways for our complement-based therapies to improve the lives of our patients. Key Responsibilities Include: Lead end-to-end development of devices and combination products (e.g., pre-filled syringes, autoinjectors, wearable injectors) from need through commercialization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Technical Operations, Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Human Factors, Clinical) to align technical and strategic goals. Develop and maintain project timelines, budgets, and risk management plans. Manage external development partners, contract manufacturers, and other external resources. Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, EU MDR). Oversee design control activities including design verification and validation, risk management (ISO 14971), and human factors engineering (IEC 62366). Author and review technical documentation including design history files, regulatory submissions, and technical reports. Provide technical presentations at functional and multi-functional settings. Anticipate challenges and develop mitigation strategies to keep deliverables on pace. Participate in and support regulatory submissions (IND, NDA, BLA, 510(k), PMA, CE marking). Stay informed of industry trends, technological advancements, and changes in regulatory landscapes. Other duties as assigned. Education, Registration &amp; Certification: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar. Experience: &nbsp;7+ years of progressive experience as an engineer developing medical device or, preferably, combination products. Skills, Knowledge &amp; Abilities: Experience with combination product development is highly desirable. Experience with sterilization, especially low temperature modalities), is highly desirable. Deep knowledge of product development processes, including design controls and risk management. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work cross-functionally and influence without direct authority. Familiarity with relevant standards and guidance documents (e.g., ISO 11608, FDA Guidance for Combination Products). Execution of device design verification and validation, authoring documentation associated with Design Controls. Ability to start up and lead cross functional teams in the resolution of short-term issues or sustained performance for long-term goals. Demonstrated ability to project manage technology transfer and/or new product launches. Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication &amp; negotiation skills. Experience with CAPA, FMEA, and RCA tools in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. Experience in managing external vendors and global teams. May require occasional travel (domestic/international) to partner or manufacturing sites. Physical Demands and Work Environment: This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Travel Requirements: Up to 20% travel expected.&nbsp; Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit https://apellis.com/careers/benefits/ to learn more. Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Senior Manager, Device Development

Position Summary: Apellis seeking a highly motivated and collaborative Senior Scientist to join our Translational Development team to lead the development of innovative computational tools and models that accelerate biomarker discovery and enable precision medicine approaches in drug development. This position focuses on building end-to-end machine learning and computer vision pipelines using clinical, imaging, and multi-omics data to identify disease mechanisms, stratify patients, and predict therapeutic responses, especially in ophthalmology and neurodegenerative diseases. This is an opportunity to drive the next generation of biomarker discovery and clinical development through cutting-edge AI/ML technologies, and close collaboration across R&amp;D, clinical, and regulatory teams. Preferred job location: Waltham, MA. Remote candidates will be considered on a case-by-case basis or relocation may be provided. Key Responsibilities Include: Design, implement, and optimize AI/ML models to solve complex and novel problems in clinical development, including patient stratification, disease progression modeling, and treatment effect prediction. Develop algorithmic strategies tailored to translational research questions, including machine learning and deep learning architectures (e.g., CNNs, transformers, ODE-based models). Analyze retinal imaging data (e.g., OCT, FAF, MRI) using computer vision and representation learning techniques to extract quantitative imaging biomarkers relevant to ophthalmology and neurodegenerative disease trials. Drive integration of multimodal datasets - including imaging, clinical outcomes, and omics—to identify mechanistic insights and actionable biomarkers that inform clinical trial design and therapeutic strategy. Navigate scientific ambiguity by working closely with clinical and research partners to understand high-level goals, formulate data-driven questions, and define fit-for-purpose ML solutions. Lead development of end-to-end ML pipelines including data preprocessing, feature extraction, model training/validation, and deployment in GxP-aware environments, ensuring reproducibility and robustness. Advocate for and help define the technical infrastructure: including compute resources, data access, and software tools required to successfully develop and deploy AI models at scale. Collaborate cross-functionally with Clinical Development, Medical, Biostatistics, Regulatory, and external vendors to align modeling work with program priorities and ensure translational impact. Communicate model rationale, design choices, assumptions, and results effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, shaping data-driven decision-making across the organization. Stay current with advances in AI/ML, contribute to internal innovation, and prepare for publication/presentations scientific findings in high-impact journals and conferences. Support documentation of ML methodologies and biomarker strategies in clinical protocols, statistical analysis plans, regulatory submissions, and scientific publications. Demonstrate excellent stakeholder management and deliver outstanding data that is meaningful and important for Apellis' goals. Education, Registration &amp; Certification: Ph.D. in Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, Computational Biology, Physics, Applied Mathematics.&nbsp; Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience in AI/ML and biomedical applications.&nbsp; Skills, Knowledge &amp; Abilities: Algorithmic &amp; Modeling Expertise: Deep understanding of classical and modern machine and deep learning methods - including Random Forests, gradient boosting, CNNs for segmentation, and temporal models, with the ability to match the right approach to the problem. Scientific &amp; Strategic Thinking: Strong ability to translate ambiguous scientific questions into well-defined modeling objectives and implement fit-for-purpose AI/ML solutions in translational and clinical settings. Project Leadership: Ability to establish and maintain a leadership role, managing external vendors and collaborators to ensure timely and scientifically sound results. Literature and Research: Strong capability to stay current with literature publications and congress presentations, synthesizing recent findings to guide project directions. Stakeholder Management: Excellent skills in managing stakeholders and delivering data that aligns with and supports Apellis' goals. Regulatory and Analytical Skills: Competence in overseeing data analysis, interpretation, and supporting regulatory submissions with original content and documentation. Physical Demands and Work Environment: This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Travel Requirements: Up to 20% travel expected.&nbsp; Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit&nbsp;https://apellis.com/careers/ to learn more. Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Senior Scientist, Translational Development

Position Summary: The Senior Financial Analyst, Commercial G&amp;A FP&amp;A will support budgeting, forecasting, monthly close activities, and financial reporting for the Commercial and G&amp;A functions. This role will work closely with functional business partners and leadership to provide financial insights and drive operational performance. This role will report to the Director, Commercial FP&amp;A This is a key contributor role offering exposure across the organization and visibility to senior leadership. Preferred job location: Waltham, MA. Remote candidates will be considered on a case-by-case basis or relocation may be provided. Key Responsibilities Include: Support Commercial and G&amp;A Operating Expense Financial planning activities (Long Range Plan, Annual Operating Plan, and Bi-annual forecasting with associated variance analyses and reporting). Manage the month-end/Quarter-end close process for Commercial and G&amp;A cost center expenses inclusive of PO accruals and journal entries, headcount reconciliations, while enhancing accuracy to minimize variability between actual results and budgets/forecasts. Financial reporting and analysis including monthly reporting to functional leadership analyzing actual versus planned results to understand performance vs. Plan. Partner with internal stakeholders to review spending, explain variances, and identify risks and opportunities. Consolidate monthly and quarterly FP&amp;A team PO process &amp; perform completeness check. Assist with headcount and personnel cost planning, working with HR and Business leads. Ensure compliance with SOX requirements and Apellis accounting policies and procedures. Education, Registration &amp; Certification: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance with minimum of 3 years’ experience in areas of accounting and financial analysis/planning. CPA or MBA is a plus. Experience: Knowledge of US GAAP and SOX internal control principles for a public company. Experience with SAP (ERP) and Adaptive Insights (planning and reporting) is a plus. Experience with BI tools such as Power BI / Tableau is a plus. Strong facilitation, communication, and presentation skills.&nbsp; Ability to work collaboratively and partner successfully with non-Finance personnel while remaining a strong representative of/for the Finance team. Ability to work in a team environment and willing to assist other team members to achieve goals and objectives. Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit https://apellis.com/careers/benefits/&nbsp;to learn more. Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp;

Sr. Analyst – Commercial G&A FP&A

Position Summary: This position will lead business case development to support pricing and contracting strategy through detailed analytics, scenario modeling, and forecasting.&nbsp; This role will report to the Lead for Pricing &amp; Contracting Strategy to ensure a compliant, disciplined pricing and contracting approach, while shaping asset value strategy for current and future portfolio products in ophthalmology and rare disease. This individual will lead the execution of payer and provider contracting and will play an integral role in informing analytics and financial impact. Key Responsibilities Include: Support US contracting strategy and analytics with business case development, forecasting, and scenario modeling, including interpretation of decision interdependencies and risks; work in close collaboration with strategic account management, government pricing, contract operations, finance, and business intelligence Design, develop, and refine pricing models to evaluate financial impact, including to ASP and net price through defined performance measurement techniques; leverage models to develop strategic recommendations Responsible for evaluating contract performance, structuring, and managing contracting analyses and recommendations while developing best practices approaches to maximizing profit &amp; customer growth Create customer-facing presentations that convey key contract performance metrics Provide meaningful analysis and guidance to the company on issues relating to access, performance, and channel activities based on contracting decisions Model pricing and contracting scenarios from multiple stakeholders’ perspectives; utilize outputs to optimize contract offers and stakeholder specific contracting strategies Partner with account management, forecasting, business intelligence, pricing &amp; contracting strategy and operations to provide analytical support on product national share trends, projected market dynamics, and cost impact analysis of contracts Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree required. 5+ years of relevant experience Previous experience with business strategy, consulting, finance or market access disciplines including pricing and reimbursement preferred Strong analytical abilities, including taking incomplete information and develop impactful insights Proficiency at analyzing large data sets to derive insights, build models and forecast future business Financial and business acumen including in-depth understanding of channel mix, payer mix, and gross-to-net Applicant must have excellent organizational and project management skills. In addition, must be able to effectively communicate with others Must have exceptional time management skills - ability to prioritize work and meet shifting deadlines. Must be open-minded and nimble to drive innovative solutions to meet customer needs within a biotech environment Skills, Knowledge &amp; Abilities: Embodies Apellis values Able to work in a collaborative team environment, foster openness and candid dialogue Ability to innovate and adapt with flexibility and resilience Strong ability to execute on vision Excellent written and verbal communication skills Able to communicate effectively with different levels of management as well as with peers Demonstrate initiative, sound judgment and flexibility Highly motivated with the ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment Has a results orientation with attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit&nbsp;https://apellis.com/careers/ to learn more. Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn &nbsp; EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Sr. Manager, Pricing & Contracting Strategy

Position Summary: Apellis Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance is responsible for all aspects of patient safety including single case and aggregate safety monitoring, safety reporting, benefit-risk assessment, risk management planning and strategy, execution of certain post-marketing commitments, and compliance with global regulatory requirements. Reporting to the Head of Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance, the Vice President, Medical Safety Science serves as a senior leader accountable for the strategic direction, operational excellence, and organizational leadership of the Medical Safety Science function. This individual will lead a team of Safety Physicians and PV Scientists and serve as a key decision-maker across the company’s pipeline and marketed products. The ideal candidate brings deep clinical knowledge, broad pharmacovigilance expertise, and strong executive presence, and will play a critical role in shaping the company’s safety strategy at the highest levels, global regulatory interactions, portfolio governance, and long-term planning. Preferred job location: Waltham, MA. Remote candidates will be considered on a case-by-case basis or relocation may be provided. Key Responsibilities Include: Enterprise Safety Leadership Define and execute the vision, strategy, and roadmap for Medical Safety Science across all therapeutic areas and lifecycle stages. Serve as a top safety expert and executive advisor to R&amp;D, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, Commercial, Legal, and senior leadership. Lead internal safety governance forums and represent Apellis in external stakeholder meetings, regulatory interactions, and industry collaborations. Strategic Portfolio Oversight Oversee benefit-risk strategies and signal management activities across the global portfolio, including early development, pivotal studies, post-marketing, and real-world evidence. Ensure effective integration of safety insights into clinical development plans, regulatory submissions, labeling, and life-cycle management decisions. Regulatory Strategy and Inspection Readiness Lead global safety input into interactions with health authorities, including FDA, EMA, and PMDA. Serve as a company representative in regulatory negotiations and safety-related inspections. Ensure all safety deliverables meet regulatory standards and support Apellis’ reputation for excellence and compliance. Organizational Leadership &amp; Development Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing organization, including physicians, PV scientists, and cross-functional collaborators. Drive talent development, succession planning, and organizational design to support future growth and complexity. Champion a culture of scientific rigor, cross-functional collaboration, accountability, and innovation. Operational Excellence &amp; Innovation Oversee the development and execution of safety processes, standards, and technologies to improve efficiency, scalability, and scientific quality. Advance the use of digital tools, AI, and predictive analytics in signal detection and benefit-risk management. Business Development &amp; Growth Strategy Lead safety due diligence and risk assessment in partnership with Business Development, Corporate Strategy, and Legal. Play a key role in integrating safety strategy into M&amp;A, licensing, and external partnerships. Education, Registration &amp; Certification: MD/DO/Equivalent required; specialty training or board certification preferred. Experience: 15+ years of progressive experience in drug safety and pharmacovigilance, including both clinical development and post-marketing surveillance. 5+ years in a senior leadership or executive role within a global pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment. Proven experience in leading high-impact global safety teams and shaping portfolio-wide safety strategies. Demonstrated success in regulatory interactions, product labeling negotiations, and cross-functional leadership at the executive level. Strong understanding of global PV regulations, benefit-risk assessment methodologies, and regulatory trends. Therapeutic experience in nephrology or ophthalmology preferred. Executive-level communication and influencing skills; proven ability to operate effectively with executive teams and external stakeholders. Physical Demands and Work Environment: This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Travel Requirements: Up to 15% travel expected.&nbsp; Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit&nbsp;https://apellis.com/careers/ to learn more. Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn &nbsp;EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Vice President, Medical Safety Science

Position Summary: The Vice President, Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) will serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner to senior business leaders, driving the alignment of people strategy with enterprise goals. This leader will oversee the global HRBP organization, ensuring delivery of high-impact solutions across talent, leadership, organizational design, and employee engagement. The VP will also play a critical role in embedding Apellis’ culture and values as the company continues to grow and evolve. This role requires a global, enterprise-oriented leader who can balance strategic foresight with operational excellence, while developing a high-performing HRBP team to elevate the function’s impact.&nbsp; This leader is a direct report of the Chief People Officer and a member of the HR Leadership Team and Apellis’ Senior Leadership Team. Key Responsibilities Include:&nbsp; Strategic Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives, influencing decision-making and shaping people and organizational strategies that drive business performance. In addition to leading the global HR business partner team, this leader will be responsible for direct HRBP support of one of the functions at Apellis. Leadership &amp; Team Development: Lead, coach, and develop the global HRBP team to ensure consistent excellence, agility, and strategic partnership across the enterprise. Enterprise Alignment: Collaborate closely with HR Centers of Excellence (Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards and People Operations) to deliver integrated solutions that advance Apellis’ business priorities and culture. Organizational Effectiveness: Drive organizational design, workforce planning, change management, and talent strategies to enable scaling with discipline and agility. Culture &amp; Engagement: Champion Apellis’ values and ways of working, embedding our patient- and science-centered culture globally while addressing local needs. Talent Development &amp; Succession: Partner with senior leaders to identify, develop, and retain critical talent, ensuring strong succession pipelines for key enterprise roles. Global Mindset: Shape HRBP practices across geographies to support Apellis’ growing international footprint and foster consistent, inclusive employee experiences worldwide. Education, Registration &amp; Certification: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in HR, Business, Law, or related field preferred. Experience: 15+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including leading HRBP teams in global, high-growth, science-driven organizations (biotech/pharma experience strongly preferred). Proven track record of building trusted relationships with senior executives and influencing at the enterprise level. Expertise in organizational design, talent strategy, workforce planning, and change management. Demonstrated success leading global HRBP organizations and building high-performing teams. Strong global and enterprise mindset; able to balance local nuance with enterprise consistency. Exceptional communication, leadership presence, and ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments. Skills, Knowledge &amp; Abilities: Ability to work in a fast-moving, nimble environment and willingness to roll-up sleeves Strong influencing and facilitation skills with aptitude to foster collaborative partnerships with senior leadership, peers and colleagues at all levels Highly organized, results driven, problem solver Operate independently and experienced to know when to escalate issues Superior written and oral communication skills and the ability to work across different levels of management&nbsp; Demonstrated complex problem-solving ability and sound judgement ability Strong leadership, team building, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills Travel Requirements: Ability to travel/work at the Company's headquarters 3 days a week&nbsp; Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit https://apellis.com/careers/benefits/ to learn more. Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

VP, Human Resources Business Partner

Position Summary: The VP of Total Rewards and HR Operations will lead and greatly enhance the strategy,&nbsp;development, implementation and communication of Apellis’ compensation, benefits and HR&nbsp;operations function, ensuring each program drives and reinforces the company culture,&nbsp;performance and individual performance. The goal is to enhance the company’s culture by&nbsp;creating programs and approaches that attract, retain and motivate a growing employee&nbsp;population. Working closely with the CPO, executive team and Board of Director’s&nbsp;Compensation Committee Chair and members, this VP will lead a team of 12. This role is for an innovative, collaborative, positive and communicative leader who is strategic&nbsp;but also hands-on. This leader should be passionate about the business and its people, and be&nbsp;able to leverage their compensation and benefits expertise, combined with strong people&nbsp;leadership, to help drive the organization and continue to enhance its culture. The focus on&nbsp;impact and how to simplify processes and approaches to drive the best outcomes. This leader&nbsp;will challenge and do things differently, that make sense for the business. With their deep business orientation, this leader should bring biopharma public company&nbsp;experience in compensation issues including base pay, short- and long-term equity incentive&nbsp;programs, all aspects of executive compensation and disclosures, sales compensation;&nbsp;executive benefits, including non-qualified and equity plans and health and welfare benefits&nbsp;expertise. Workday systems experience is highly preferred. This leader will be a strong partner to the CPO and Compensation Committee Chair. Key Responsibilities Include: Enhance and administer a comprehensive total rewards strategy that aligns employee&nbsp;rewards with Apellis’ corporate values and enables the organization to attract, reward&nbsp;and retain talent while elevating the culture. Work closely with the Chief People Officer on compensation analyses, program design&nbsp;and preparation of materials for the Compensation Committee. Work closely with the Compensation Committee Chair. Set and oversee Apellis’ annual compensation cycle including design of review&nbsp;templates, manager/employee communication and training of process and end-to-end&nbsp;process management. Working closely with the Talent Acquisition team assist in the development of market competitive&nbsp;compensation packages that enable Apellis to attract high caliber talent&nbsp;while managing internal equity. Enhance a job architecture that effectively defines robust criteria to consistently level&nbsp;roles across the organization using robust survey data and market insights. Provide strategic direction and oversight into the benefits function. Reassess and refine the benefits offerings, ensuring they are valued balanced with&nbsp;costs/impact. Ensure effective and efficient management of programs and partners (negotiate&nbsp;favorable renewals, manage open enrollment processes, robust employee&nbsp;communication plans, wellness and health education initiatives, etc.). Collaborate with external benefits and compensation advisors to stay abreast of&nbsp;emerging trends and proactively put forward recommendations that enable Apellis to be&nbsp;competitive and resourceful in our total rewards investments. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local legal and regulatory requirements,&nbsp;maintaining a proactive approach with new and anticipated changes to legislation and&nbsp;regulation, which may impact organizational processes and objectives. Develop and deliver communications that help employees understand and appreciate&nbsp;the value of their total compensation, inclusive of benefits, base, bonus, equity,&nbsp;programs related to holistic wellbeing, etc. Ensure management and execution of the 401k plan, including all compliance and&nbsp;fiduciary activities. Working closely with Payroll and IT to collaborate and ensure seamless integration of&nbsp;compensation and benefits into Apellis systems. Assess and refine HR operations processes so they focus on greater employee&nbsp;engagement vs ease of HR administration. Education, Registration &amp; Certification: Bachelor’s degree with 14+ years of progressive experience in compensation, benefits,&nbsp;and HR systems/applications. Experience: Experience in Biotech / Pharma / Life Sciences is required. Must have experience in compensation (executive and broad based), equity plans and&nbsp;preparation of compensation committee materials. Deep experience in executive compensation is required. Prior experience leading Total Rewards and/or Compensation is required. Experience leading HR projects (e.g., system implementations, compensation, and&nbsp;benefit cycles, etc.) with strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to&nbsp;complete a broad range of related action items. Track record of leading and elevating a team’s impact. Understanding of SEC, SOX, and tax requirements as well as all other government&nbsp;regulations that apply to compensation base and incentive compensation is required. Must be a strong analytical skills and detail orientation. Skills, Knowledge &amp; Abilities: &nbsp;Highly motivated and engaging individual with exceptional interpersonal, verbal/written&nbsp;communication skills, and attention to detail. Strong “roll up their sleeves” mentality. Pivots easily between strategic and tactical. Executive presence with the ability to present complex data in a clear and concise&nbsp;manner. Ability to work in a fast-paced and highly agile environment. Deep business orientation. Motivated to pursue new and alternative strategies along with a willingness to&nbsp;experiment with different approaches. Uniquely strong interpersonal skills that result in strong collaboration within the HR team,&nbsp;employees, compensation committee members and external partners. High energy influencer, capable of leading and managing across a wide variety of&nbsp;business areas and with different leadership styles. Strong leadership capability; coaches effectively. Positive; brings and conveys a ‘can do’ attitude to their work and the company. Ability to work effectively with diverse groups who may be field based. Strong problem solving/decision-making skill and sound judgment. Professional demeanor and ability to manage and protect confidential information. Strong customer service focus. Personal integrity and commitment to high moral standards and business ethics. Travel Requirements: Ability to travel/work at the Company's headquarters 3 days a week Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit https://apellis.com/careers/benefits/ to learn more. Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn &nbsp; EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

VP, Total Rewards

Position Summary: Apellis is looking to hire a driven and knowledgeable Associate Director, Investor Relations to join the Finance team. Reporting into the Head of Investor Relations, this individual will contribute significantly to the development and execution of an integrated communications strategy that aligns with and promotes Apellis’ value proposition, milestones and achievements and will serve as a point of contact for the investment community. Responsibilities: Help to plan and execute a comprehensive, strategic investor relations program to increase Apellis’ visibility with the investment community Collaborate on quarterly earnings processes – preparation of materials including earnings conference call scripts, press releases, Q&amp;A documents, and other associated materials for sell-side and buy-side post-earnings calls Maintain analyst consensus spreadsheet, collaborating closely with finance to develop a comprehensive understanding of both internal and external expectations Prepare materials for Board of Directors and executive committee on IR activities, share ownership, and valuation as needed Assist with the ongoing refinement of key messaging and market positioning based on company performance, market perception, expectations, peer performance and relative valuation Provide counsel to senior leadership on how to effectively engage with the investment community Support additional investor-focused conference calls, meetings, analyst days, and non-deal roadshows Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards in all communications activities Serve as a point of contact for the investment community Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business, finance or accounting related; advanced degree preferred. Over 10 years of relevant experience, ideally in investor relations, equity research, or capital markets within the biotechnology or life sciences industry. Ability to travel occasionally. &nbsp; Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Financial modeling expertise and comprehension of valuation methods used by analysts and investors Understanding of regulatory compliance and reporting requirements for publicly traded companies; familiarity with scientific or healthcare regulations and market Working knowledge and understanding of the capital markets, as well as a thorough understanding of key metrics for companies in the industry Communication skills and presence: ability to express oneself clearly and concisely with excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal communications Strong attention to detail, both in messaging and in written documents Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to handle multiple tasks &nbsp; &nbsp; Benefits and Perks: Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit https://apellis.com/careers/benefits/&nbsp;to learn more.Company Background: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases. For more information, please visit&nbsp;http://apellis.com&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;and&nbsp;LinkedIn &nbsp; EEO Statement: Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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