Careers & Culture

Apnimed is committed to revolutionizing the treatment of sleep-related breathing diseases—for a rested, vibrant, and healthy world.

Our company is advancing a focused pipeline of novel oral pharmaceutical product candidates designed to treat OSA and other types of sleep-related breathing diseases. To accomplish this, we seek diverse perspectives and skills to drive us toward innovation and richer outcomes.

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Why Work

at Apnimed

The people who make up our experienced team give our work an unparalleled scientific, clinical, and commercial edge. These company benefits—with 100% company-paid premiums—are our way of saying thank you.

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Health and Wellness

Comprehensive medical coverage with PPO and HSA plan options

Dental and vision healthcare coverage

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Financial Health

401(K) with company match
Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

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Flexibility and Convenience

Generous paid time off
Option to work fully remote in the U.S. or hybrid in our Cambridge, MA, office

11 paid holidays (plus a holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s)

Cell phone reimbursement

Commuter benefit (MA employees only)

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Apnimed received an award from Boston Business Journal. 2024 Best Places to Work.

Apnimed has created an employee-focused, inclusive work environment. I am so thankful to be part of this amazing group, and my learning has never stopped since the day I joined.”

Ketan Mehta
Head of Product and Engineering, Connected Wearables

I am thrilled to be part of a team that is pioneering an innovative investigational treatment option for individuals suffering from obstructive sleep apnea.”

Sonnie Kang
Commercial Strategy Lead

At Apnimed, I feel seen and heard and empowered. My colleagues are genuine, helpful, and inclusive. All of these characteristics drive our teamwork mentality and company success.”

Shari Edwards
Senior Clinical Trial Manager

I’m proud to work with my incredible colleagues who put sleep apnea patients at the forefront of everything we do.”

Barry Wohl
Chief Business Officer
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Committed

to Our Values

Our work together is rooted in trust and collective responsibility, and is defined by our company values:

 

We are bold.
We challenge convention and advance science to elevate health outcomes.

 

We are connected.
We achieve extraordinary results by uplifting each other and fostering belonging, inclusion, and shared purpose.

 

We are passionate.
We live and breathe our mission–going the extra mile to deliver treatments that will transform lives.

Open Positions at Apnimed

Medical Science Liaison/Senior Medical Science Liaison

As we build our new Medical Science Liaison (MSL) Team, this group is recognized as a key member of the Apnimed Medical Affairs Organization. The MSLs will focus on establishing, developing and maintaining strong collaborative relationships with key external stakeholders including Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and other HCPs. Through scientific exchange, the MSL team is responsible for communicating scientific, medical and clinical information within the medical community while also serving as a scientific resource within the organization. In addition, the role will provide support to cross-functional initiatives as the Company prepares for the launch of Apnimed’s lead compound, AD109, for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The ideal candidate will be a true medical “triple threat” demonstrating high levels of scientific excellence, business acumen, and emotional intelligence. Candidates selected to join the MSL Team will have a profound opportunity to have a major impact on the Medical Team, make significant contributions to the organization and ultimately create positive change to those patient populations which we ultimately serve.

Vice President, Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance

The Vice President, Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance reports to the President and will drive Apnimed’s regulatory and quality assurance efforts for pharmaceutical products and sleep monitoring devices.  The successful candidate will also play a key role in partnering with other leaders across Apnimed to develop and drive our company strategy and culture.  This is an exciting opportunity to develop and implement the regulatory affairs strategy that will drive major paradigm shifts in the treatment of sleep apnea from medical devices and surgery to a first-in-class pharmaceutical treatment.

Senior Director, Medical Excellence and Operations

The Head, Medical Excellence and Operations will lead the Apnimed Medical Affairs team to achieve scientific, operational, and relational excellence, both internally and externally, as the company prepares to launch AD109, the first oral drug for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. The ideal candidate will be a true medical “triple threat,” demonstrating high levels of scientific excellence, business acumen, and emotional intelligence.

We’re always looking for motivated and passionate people. If you don’t see a position above that’s a perfect fit for you, please drop us a line at careers@apnimed.com.

 

Apnimed is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.