Director, Target Discovery & Strategy

Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 215,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Director of New Target Strategy to lead early discovery efforts and evaluate new therapeutic targets within their Business Development organization. This position plays a critical role in identifying and validating potential targets, ensuring alignment with corporate strategies aimed at addressing unmet medical needs, especially in cardiovascular conditions.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in a relevant field, extensive experience in discovery research, and a proven track record in target validation. The job is based on-site in Lexington, MA, and offers a competitive compensation range of $215,000 - $250,000 USD.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of discovery research experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven track record in target identification and validation in immunology or cardiovascular disease.
• Strong background in target biology, mechanism of action, and preclinical disease models.

Responsibilities

• Lead identification and prioritization of novel therapeutic targets.
• Contribute to portfolio strategy evaluating disease mechanisms and unmet medical needs.
• Design validation strategies with high-quality biological data.

Skills

Translating Human Biology into High-Value Targets

Strategic Scientific Diligence & Portfolio Judgment

End-to-End Target Validation Leadership

Willingness to learn and implement AI tools

Patient-Centered Drive & Entrepreneurial Energy

Education

Ph.D. in Immunology, Biology, Pharmacology, or related discipline

Job description

Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Director of New Target Strategy to lead early discovery efforts and evaluate new therapeutic targets within their Business Development organization. This position plays a critical role in identifying and validating potential targets, ensuring alignment with corporate strategies aimed at addressing unmet medical needs, especially in cardiovascular conditions.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in a relevant field, extensive experience in discovery research, and a proven track record in target validation. The job is based on-site in Lexington, MA, and offers a competitive compensation range of $215,000 - $250,000 USD.