Sr. Manager, Scientific Writing

Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals•Lexington, MA

About The Position

Reporting to the Director, Scientific Communications, the Sr. Manager, Scientific Writing is responsible for developing high-quality scientific resources (e.g., abstracts, posters, publications) that clearly and concisely communicate scientific data on Kiniksa’s products and therapeutic areas of interest. Further, h/she will ensure all deliverables remain aligned with Kiniksa strategy and tactics. The Sr. Manager, Scientific Writing works closely with Medical Affairs colleagues to inform and execute medical strategies aligned with program and corporate priorities. This position will work regularly with the internal cross-functional team on material to be used in writing scientific articles, abstracts, and posters.

Requirements

Advanced scientific degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) strongly preferred or relevant advanced science degree (MS, MPH, or other scientific or clinical degrees also considered)
A minimum of 2+ years of document writing and publication experience in the bio/pharmaceutical industry or related experience (e.g., scientific/medical communications agency) is required
Strong scientific writing skills including editing experience, data quality review, and a proven track record of taking publications from conception to publication (autoimmune experience is a plus)
Ability to explain complex scientific and clinical concepts clearly for various audiences
Working knowledge of statistics, data analysis and data interpretation
Experience creating publication quality figures
Experience working with publication management software (PubsHub)
Strong understanding of the drug development process
Strong understanding of current good publication practices and ICMJE criteria (CMPP certification is a plus)
Ability to demonstrate a solid understanding of process for submission of abstracts and manuscripts to scientific congresses and journals, respectively
Ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external authors
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of flexibility
Ability to effectively facilitate meetings and manage cross-functional teams
Ability to work with minimal supervision and function effectively as a team member; a self-starter
Project management experience (timelines, planning, workflows, creation of reports, archiving)
Must exhibit characteristics that exemplify drive, passion and focus that will translate into significant contributions towards building a global generational company
Must show the ability to multi-task and change course quickly
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Microsoft CoPilot

Responsibilities

In close collaboration with the Medical Director and RWE, support concept development and framing of scientific communication deliverables (e.g., abstracts, posters, publications)
Lead scientific writing and editing of scientific communication deliverables
Remain up-to-date on overall strategy for Kiniksa’s assets and ensure all deliverables remain aligned with strategic aims
Lead operational oversight for all scientific communication projects, including timely dissemination of materials for both internal and external author reviews, and strict adherence to deadlines for deliverable submissions
Contribute to the planning and execution of medical and scientific information for Kiniksa products within multiple therapeutic areas
Support the execution of the strategic publication plans for each program
In collaboration with internal stakeholders, assist in the management of publication plans across the portfolio, ensuring consistency and medical accuracy as well as compliance with current good publication practice guidelines
Ensure content is scientifically and clinically sound and well-organized while maintaining consistency in terminology, tone, and document structure as it relates to Kiniksa’s ideology
Provide oversight for document quality checks, managing timelines, data analysis and interpretation, and preparation of publication-quality figures
Proactively seek input from Medical Affairs team members (including Chief Medical Officer), and cross-functional colleagues to plan the content for internal documents or publications
Review and amend work in response to internal and external feedback
Lead company-wide literature surveillance and remain up-to-date on all relevant emerging literature
Support the development and maintenance of Scientific Communications Platform(s)
Proof, format, and edit internal documents as appropriate
Assist in ensuring that policies and procedures applicable to scientific communications are kept current and align with good publication practices