Clinical Sales Specialist- West

Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals; Balm (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Clinical Sales Specialist to educate healthcare professionals about recurrent pericarditis and approved treatments. This field-based role requires strategic territory planning, strong product knowledge, and a commitment to patient support services.

The CSS will travel up to 75-80% across assigned territories, build relationships with cardiologists and rheumatologists, and drive sales performance while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and ethics

Qualifications

• 5+ years in biopharma sales.
• Experience in rare diseases or cardiology.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience promoting injectables preferred.
• Strong strategic account management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic territory plan.
• Educate HCPs on approved therapies and services.
• Lead engagement via virtual and in-person meetings.
• Meet or exceed sales goals and coordinate with partners.
• Ensure compliant, cross-functional collaboration.
• Manage budgets and document field activities.

Skills

Biopharma sales

Rare disease sales

Cardiology exposure

Sales strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job 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.

Reporting to the Regional Sales Director, the Clinical Sales Specialist (CSS) plays a vital role in Kiniksa’s mission to support patients with rare diseases. This position focuses on educating healthcare professionals (HCP) and their teams about recurrent pericarditis, ensuring a thorough understanding of approved treatment options, including efficacy, safety, administration, and patient support services.

As a CSS, you will be responsible for executing a strategic sales plan, leveraging territory business insights to optimize customer engagement and experience. Through thoughtful communication and tactical implementation, you will contribute to Kiniksa’s growth while making a meaningful impact on HCPs and the patients they serve.

Territory: This is a field-based position, with openings available nationwide.

Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Develop and execute a strategic territory plan to educate HCP customers and staff, aligned with Kiniksa’s commercial objectives, including prioritized target customer engagements, account management where applicable, business assessment and analysis, and resource utilization and impact
• Educate cardiologists, rheumatologists and other targeted decisionmakers to initiate Kiniksa’s approved product for patients with recurrent pericarditis
• Provide comprehensive education on our Kiniksa OneConnect™ Patient Services and support program
• Facilitate short-term and future opportunities aligned with Kiniksa’s mission, strategy and objectives through multiple venues, (virtual and in-person) one-on-one interactions, small group discussions, peer‑to‑peer programs and presentations with external stakeholders
• Exceed annual and quarterly sales performance goals and deliver on tactical resource execution
• In partnership with your territory partner, coordinate on HCP targets and on a customer engagement plan to maximize reach and impact
• Ensure cross‑functional efficiencies and constructive collaboration with Kiniksa’s field sales partner teams
• Serve as a Kiniksa external representative for HCP stakeholders, establishing oneself as a reliable, trusted resource for company and product information
• Act in a compliant manner with integrity, aligned with Kiniksa’s values, internal and external guidelines, policies and procedures that govern Kiniksa activities
• Maintain expenses within assigned budget parameters
• Document field activities accurately and in a timely fashion

Qualifications and Experience:

• 5+ years of biopharmaceutical sales experience; Rare disease, specialty therapeutic experience, and / or cardiology experience is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience in promoting injectables or reconstituted injectable products is preferred
• Candidates must demonstrate a track record of sales successand be highly motivated to achieve results
• Successfully demonstrated strategic account management experience
• Experience with Specialty Pharmacy, HUB services, and Patient Support programs
• Demonstrated working knowledge of compliant and ethical business practices
• Must exhibit consistency in collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
• Must exhibit characteristics that exemplify drive, passion and focus that will translate into significant contributions towards building a global generational company focused on Kiniksa’s patients and customers
• Must demonstrate ability to effectively & efficiently manage multiple workstreams
• Must be willing to travel up to 75%-80% of the time (primarily in assigned territory) and hold a valid driver’s license

Compensation decisions are based on objective criteria including role responsibilities, experience/qualifications, internal equity, geographic location, and external market benchmarks. In addition to base pay, this role includes a Sales Incentive plan.

Sales pay range

$180,000—$200,000 USD

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 areprovidedreasonable accommodation toparticipatein 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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