Jobs at Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals

The Senior Clinical Project Manager role operates within the Research and Development function at Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals, a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on cardiovascular and rare disease therapies. The position involves independently managing all operational aspects of clinical trials from study start-up through database lock, ensuring adherence to ICH/GCP standards and regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams, managing CRO relationships, overseeing site selection and monitoring, and maintaining rigorous budget and timeline controls. This opportunity appeals to candidates seeking to contribute to a patient-first culture where they can shape the future of medicine for unmet needs. The role is based in the Lexington, MA office with a requirement for five days of onsite work per week.

This onsite role in Lexington, MA supports Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals' commercial-stage biopharmaceutical pipeline through critical CMC internal operations. The position focuses on executing Phase 1 GMP clinical product manufacturing, managing material logistics including inventory and shipping, and performing solution preparation at scales up to 200 liters. Key responsibilities also include maintaining facilities compliance, handling hazardous waste, and optimizing operational processes to ensure high-quality medicine production. The role offers the unique appeal of being one of the closest operational positions to direct patient impact within the organization. Candidates will work within a collaborative, patient-first culture that empowers employees to shape the future of medicine. The position requires full-time onsite presence with potential flexibility for off-hours support during critical activities.

The Director, Scientific Communications role at Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals leads the development and execution of a comprehensive publication strategy for a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on cardiovascular and immunology therapies. Key responsibilities include managing the planning, writing, and review of scientific resources such as abstracts and manuscripts, while overseeing a team to ensure data is disseminated effectively to the medical community. The position requires close collaboration with cross-functional departments and external stakeholders to align scientific messaging with corporate goals. This opportunity appeals to candidates seeking to shape the future of medicine within a patient-first culture that values bold innovation and empowerment. The role is primarily based onsite in Lexington, Massachusetts, with a hybrid remote option available for qualified individuals and up to 20% travel.