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 product development program 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

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 shared responsibility and is defined by our company values. We are at our best when we are:

 

  • Bold – Challenging convention and advancing science to elevate health outcomes.
  • Connected – Achieving extraordinary results by uplifting each other and fostering belonging, inclusion, and a shared purpose.
  • Passionate – Living and breathing our mission – going the extra mile to deliver treatments that will transform lives.

Open Positions at Apnimed

Medical Science Liaison/Senior Medical Science Liaison (Multiple Territories)

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.

The MSLs will report to the Senior Director of Field Medical Affairs and may be based remotely. Currently hiring in the below territories:

  • Northern California (California Northern Metros)
  • Pacific Northwest (Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, Alaska)
  • North Central (Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Wisconsin, South Dakota, Iowa)
  • Middle South (Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, Tennessee)
  • Ohio Valley (Kentucky, Ohio)
  • Northeast (Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont)

Senior Director, Patient Advocacy & Partnerships

At Apnimed, we believe the most effective way to improve lives is to listen to the people living them. The Senior Director of Patient Advocacy and Partnerships will be responsible for leading strategy, engagement and collaboration with the key patient advocacy groups that represent the interests of people living with obstructive sleep apnea.  This individual is a dedicated leader within and outside our walls, ensuring the patient perspective is the “North Star” of our work.

The role is more than “engagement” –  it is about building deep, ethical partnerships with the community and addressing the systemic barriers that prevent people from getting the care they need. This leader will be the primary link between the patient sleep health community and the programs we build to support them, ensuring every patient’s journey is met with dignity, clarity, and ease.

The ideal candidate will be a high energy, purpose-driven leader who is a strategic thinker, a strong relationship-builder, and can make a big impact on behalf of patients.

This leader will report to VP of Patient Experience when hired, and to our chief Commercial Officer until then.  The position may be based in Apnimed headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts, or based remotely with occasional travel to the home office.

Director/Senior Director, Total Rewards

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Director/Senior Director, Total Rewards to lead the design, implementation, and administration of Apnimed’s Total Rewards programs. Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Human Resources, this role will be responsible for developing and executing compensation, equity, benefits, performance management, and HR systems strategies that support the organization’s business objectives and employee experience. This individual will partner closely with leadership to ensure programs are competitive, scalable, compliant, and aligned with Apnimed’s continued growth.

 

In addition to leading Total Rewards initiatives, this role will own all compensation, benefits, and HRIS programs and processes, ensuring they are strategically designed, operationally effective, and compliant with applicable laws and regulations. The Director/Senior Director, Total Rewards will oversee annual compensation planning, equity administration, benefits strategy, total rewards communications, annual rewards statements, HR systems optimization, onboarding processes, talent and performance management programs, and HR compliance while partnering closely with Finance, Legal, and executive leadership to support organizational growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative HR leader who enjoys building scalable programs while remaining actively involved in execution within a fast-growing biotech environment.

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.