New · posted Oct 31
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International · Pharmaceuticals
Clinical Operations Senior Manager
- Lexington, MA
- On-site
- Full-time
- Manager
The role
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.
This is an exciting time to join Kiniksa as the company continues on a strong growth trajectory. You will join a dynamic Clinical Operations team working in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment, with the opportunity to help shape how we deliver high-quality clinical programs and contribute to the future success of the organization.
The Senior Manager, Clinical Operations provides / supports the operational leadership and strategic oversight of the planning, conduct, and delivery of global clinical trials. This role partners cross-functionally and with external service providers to ensure studies are executed in accordance with quality, timeline, budget, and regulatory expectations.
This role is based in our Lexington, MA office and requires employees to be onsite five days per week.
Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):
- Provide operational oversight and leadership for assigned clinical development activities.
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to support effective study planning, execution, and decision-making.
- Drive proactive identification, assessment, and escalation of operational risks and issues.
- Oversee vendors to ensure quality delivery and performance against study objectives.
- Support development, maintenance, and execution of study operational plans and associated deliverables.
- Ensure implementation of protocol amendments, study changes, and operational processes in alignment with program objectives.
- Maintain inspection readiness and support compliance with GCP, regulatory requirements, and company procedures.
- Communicate study and program status, risks, and key metrics to stakeholders and senior management.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance clinical trial execution and operational effectiveness.
What you need
Standout Skills
- Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP and international clinical trial regulations.
- Understanding of clinical trial planning, execution, risk management, and vendor oversight.
- Ability to operate well in complex matrix environment and vendor setup and lead without authority.
- Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic and ambiguous environment.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Technical understanding of clinical trial systems and integrations.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific, healthcare, or related field required.
- Advanced degree preferred.
- 7+ years of clinical operations experience within a biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or CRO environment.
- Experience supporting and/or leading global Phase 1, 2, and/or 3 clinical trials.
- Demonstrated experience managing CROs and external vendors.
- Experience working within cross-functional clinical development teams.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and clinical systems (eTMF, CTMS, IRT, EDC).
Compensation decisions are based on objective criteria including role responsibilities, experience/qualifications, internal equity, geographic location, and external market benchmarks.
Pay
$170,000 – $190,000 a year
Employer provided$170,000—$190,000 USD
Where you'll work
Lexington, MAOn-siteOpen in Maps (opens in a new tab)
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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.
Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · October 31, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 7% above the US median for Clinical Operations roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Manager roles in the US6 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $170,000 | — | $190,000 |
| All US (middle half) | $164,250 | $167,500 | $170,750 |
This role: Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Clinical Operations roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 31, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Clinical Operations
The general path across 42 open Clinical Operations roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals's own promotion track.
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Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 29 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Clinical trial conduct12
- Collaboration and leadership9
- GMP and compliance2
- Quality systems and risk2
- Documentation and SOPs1
- Investigations and CAPA1
- Data and digital systems1
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The rules behind this role
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Company hiring pulse
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals on Regulatory Jobs
- 8
- Open roles
- 8
- Distinct roles
- 1
- Locations
By discipline
- Clinical4 50%
- Regulatory2 25%
- Quality2 25%
By level
- Director5 63%
- VP & Executive1 13%
- Manager1 13%
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