Executive Director, Clinical Development Lead
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals
August 21, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Lexington, MA
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Lead clinical development strategy and execution for biopharma assets focused on cardiovascular indications, supporting regulatory submissions and advancing compounds through clinical phases. Responsibilities: serve as the clinical lead on cross-functional teams, develop trial protocols, collaborate with Clinical Operations for study execution, oversee safety data reviews, and contribute to regulatory interactions and business development efforts. Requirements: MD, PhD, or PharmD with 8-12+ years in clinical research/drug development, experience leading clinical programs, and interacting with regulatory authorities, including IND/CTA submissions. HighValue: expertise in clinical trial design, regulatory compliance (ICH/GCP), multi-phase development, and strong cross-functional leadership. WorkSetup: onsite in Lexington, MA, five days/week.