Associate Director, Clinical Scientist
About The Position
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 a highly analytical and inquisitive Clinical Scientist to provide analytical support for a high-priority, Global Phase 2/3 pivotal program reporting to the Chief Medical Officer (CMO). This role is responsible for the continuous monitoring of daily clinical trial data, ensuring high-level data integrity, and translating complex data sets into actionable insights. The successful candidate will act as a primary bridge between raw clinical data and clinical decision-making, working in close collaboration with the Chief Medical Officer, Clinical Development Lead, and cross-functional program team. This role is based in our Lexington, MA office and requires employees to be onsite five days per week.
Requirements
- Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, or MD) in a scientific or life sciences discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical development experience within the biopharmaceutical industry; a strong understanding of clinical trial methodology and the analysis of clinical data is required.
- Demonstrated expertise in data visualization and analysis. Must be highly proficient in Excel and capable of creating professional-grade figures and presentations for internal stakeholders.
- Strong ability to identify trends, ask probing questions, and look beyond the surface of the data to understand the underlying clinical story.
Nice To Haves
- Accountability: Owns accuracy and timeliness of deliverables.
- Urgency: Thrives in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
- Communication: Exceptional written and verbal skills; effective with executives and investigators.
- Data Insight: Synthesizes data into clear, actionable insights.
- Proactivity: Anticipates needs, identifies risks and opportunities early, asks insightful questions, and drives issues to resolution with clear, timely communication.
Responsibilities
- Conduct daily reviews of the clinical trial data to monitor specific data entries, including patient diary scores, and relevant laboratory markers.
- Identify missing data points or clinical anomalies and proactively coordinate with internal teams and clinical sites to ensure timely resolution and data accuracy.
- Export and compile data in high-quality visual representations (e.g., Excel, GraphPad, or similar) to track patient progress and treatment patterns.
- Synthesize information from various sources, including clinical data, background therapies, and patient history to develop comprehensive longitudinal narratives for individual study participants.
- Present data findings and analytical "thought constructs" to the clinical leadership team to stimulate discussion and inform development strategy.
- Facilitate targeted communication with investigators and study sites to clarify clinical observations and ensure the appropriate management of patient transitions on or off therapy.
Benefits
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
