Senior Clinical Project Manager
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals
| Company | Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals |
| Category | Healthcare |
| Location | Lexington |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Manager |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 7 May 2026 |
| Last verified | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
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. The Senior Clinical Project Manager will provide operational expertise within the Research and Development function to ensure timely initiation, execution and reporting of clinical trials in accordance with ICH/GCP and all applicable requirements (including local regulations) to support licensure of products in the United States and global markets. This role will work closely and collaboratively with Program Management, Data Management, Clinical Development, Medical Writing, Biostatistics, Clinical Supply, Global Medical Safety, GCP Quality and Regulatory staff as well as Clinical Research Organizations, to ensure the timely execution of studies within budget. Emphasis will be on superior execution, transparency within the department and to Senior Management, and ability to employ cost effective measures and stewardship relative to clinical trial cost projections and final accounting for company.
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 ):
Independently managing all operational aspects for implementation of clinical trial activities from study start-up through database lock, with expertise in accelerating project launch and site start-up / activations, while ensuring adherence to protocol, GCPs and relevant SOPs
Leading internal cross-functional study teams and partner with CROs to ensure effective and timely communication, study execution in accordance with the timeline and budget
Actively participating in protocol design, CRO selection, site selection and IRB/EC applications for early and late phase clinical studies
Managing study-related vendors and serving as the primary point of contact for contracted CROs, study staff and contract labs; identifying potential risks and proactively resolving issues with CROs; establishing vendor management plans and reviewing quality metrics
Performing and/or overseeing site monitoring visits for clinical trials as needed
Facilitating the timely completion of study protocols (including amendments) and development (and revision) of electronic clinical trial systems (e.g., EDC, IRT)
Providing input into and/or developing study related materials such as Clinical Monitoring Plans, Data Management Plans, eCRF forms and completion guidelines, protocols, patient informed consent drafts, site instructions for specimen collections, and study drug order forms
Reviewing monitoring reports, protocol deviations and data listings for sponsored studies to ensure reliable quality data are delivered
Coordinating with CROs on site selection, IRB submissions, site initiation and close-out planning
Managing in a timely and efficient manner all operational aspects of protocol amendments
Developing and managing reports for communicating study progress and key metrics to Senior Management and program team
Coordinating the negotiation of site budgets within guidelines and providing oversight for site payments per contracts
Facilitating site study drug orders, and ensuring full drug chain record management, including site accountability records are maintained; Management of non-drug supply ordering and