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Associate Director/Director, Program Management, Pre-Clinical Programs
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$230k–$242k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Posted 41d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Lead high-priority biopharmaceutical development programs by translating strategy into operational execution and driving the delivery of key milestones. Coordinate cross-functional teams across clinical, regulatory, and CMC functions while managing risks and program budgets.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related field (advanced degree preferred) and at least 5 years of biopharma program management experience. Must have a strong understanding of the drug development process from IND submission to registration.
Full job description
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals is a commercial‑stage biopharmaceutical company developing and commercializing novel therapies for diseases with unmet need, with a focus on cardiovascular indications. With deep expertise in immunology and inflammation, Kiniksa is advancing a growing portfolio of approved and investigational medicines, anchored by its lead product, ARCALYST®, the first and only FDA‑approved therapy for recurrent pericarditis. Grounded in rigorous science and bold innovation, the company fosters a highly collaborative, patient‑first culture led by accomplished life sciences leaders. At Kiniksa, talented individuals are trusted and empowered to make a real impact—shaping the future of medicine while improving the lives of patients who need it most.
We are seeking an energetic and motivated individual who seeks to lead from the front and is driven to make a lasting impact. The Associate Director/Director, Program Management, Pre-Clinical Programs is responsible for providing hands-on leadership and support for high priority development programs within Kiniksa’s global biopharmaceutical pipeline. Serving as an operational backbone for programs, this role will translate program strategy and plans into operational execution while driving the delivery of development milestones in alignment with corporate and program goals.
This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who work with a sense of urgency, enjoy distilling complexity into clarity, can effectively align inputs from different perspectives, and can think critically to synthesize information from different perspectives. Emphasis will be on prior drug development experience, good communication skills (verbal, written and non-verbal), problem-solving skills, and an adaptable growth mindset.
The ideal candidate is a high impact leader with executive presence who can see the big picture while diving deep to execute effectively.
This role is based in our Lexington, MA office. Our office-based employees follow an onsite schedule of 5 days in the office (Mon-Fri), and will report to the VP, Corporate Operations and Alliance Management.
Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
Develop program plans and drive execution: partner with functional leaders and key stakeholders to create the Integrated Development Plan, define critical path activities and program milestones, ensure cross-functional team awareness and readiness to execute on key activities, and drive day-to-day execution of the IDP.
Deliver on key program milestones: collaborate with functional team leads across clinical operations, clinical development, regulatory, CMC, nonclinical, finance, commercial, medical affairs, and quality assurance, to deliver on program milestones (e.g., regulatory submissions, health authority meetings, clinical trial enrollment targets, data readouts), and ensure continued alignment.
Manage cross-functional team meetings: work with team members to develop meeting agendas, ensure stakeholder preparedness for meetings, capture and distribute minutes, and ensure follow-through on action items.
Risk management and scenario planning: proactively identify potential program risks and challenges, work with team members to define relevant mitigation strategies, prepare data-driven scenarios to enable decision making (team level and/or senior level).
Monitor and communicate progress: maintain clear and accurate program, dashboards for tracking program goals and key metrics to monitor and assess program performance.
Support budget processes: Partner with finance team and functional leads to develop and refine program assumptions for budget purposes throughout forecasting cycles.
Enhance Program Management best practices– Collaborate across the Program Management team and broader organization to establish and champion best practices.
Stand Out Skills for Impact:
Proven leadership in cross-functional program management, driving integrated development plans and delivering key milestones across clinical, regulatory, CMC, and commercial functions
Strong ability to translate complex strategy into operational execution, ensuring alignment, clarity, and accountability across matrixed teams in fast-paced environments
Expertise in risk management and scenario planning, proactively identifying challenges and implementing data-driven mitigation strategies to keep programs on track
Effective communicator with executive presence, skilled in stakeholder alignment, performance tracking, and driving decision-making through clear insights, dashboards, and program governance
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy or related discipline, advanced degree preferred (e.g., PhD, PharmD, MBA)
At least 5 years of experience in the biopharma industry in a cross-functional project or program management role with a track record of managing pre-clinical stage programs
Understanding of the drug development process, including advancing product candidates from IND/CTA submission to late-stage development and ultimately registration with health authorities
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail and an unrelenting drive to deliver results in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Ability to thrive in a matrixed, cross-functional team setting while cultivating positive, constructive working relationships across the organization
Proficiency in using standard project management software (e.g., Smartsheet) and the Microsoft Office suite (i.e., PowerPoint, Word, Excel, SharePoint, etc.)
Compensation decisions are based on objective criteria including role responsibilities, experience/qualifications, internal equity, geographic location, and external market benchmarks.
Pay Range
$191,000—$242,000 USD
Kiniksa is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, age, genetics, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status, or any other legally protected category. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Kiniksa does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or search firms. Any resumes submitted without a signed agreement will be considered property of Kiniksa, and no fees will be paid.
Kiniksa is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the lives of patients suffering from debilitating diseases by discovering, acquiring, developing, and commercializing novel therapies for diseases with unmet need, with a focus on cardiovascular indications. Kiniksa’s portfolio of assets is based on strong biologic rationale or validated mechanisms and offers the potential for differentiation.
At Kiniksa, patients are at the heart of everything we do. Our Every Second Counts! mindset reflects our commitment to making a difference for people who are navigating the uncertainty and challenges of life-altering diseases. This is why our team is relentless in pursuing treatments that bring us closer to a better future for patients, every second of every day.
We rely on an exceptional team to drive our mission of building a global, generational company. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Kiniksa offers competitive benefits and dynamic career opportunities across our organization. We foster a culture of passion, innovation, and rapid execution to help fulfill our mission.
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