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We create a place to work where curiosity thrives, collaboration drives results and patients remain at the heart of everything we do. Here, you’ll find more than a job — you’ll find a shared purpose. Because when you combine collaboration, empowerment and a focus on innovation — the results can be extraordinary.
With a focus on bone and mineral disease and hematological cancers and rare diseases, we are a Japan-based specialty pharmaceutical company committed to supporting patients with serious unmet medical needs.
Kyowa Kirin is growing fast in North America. From our headquarters office in Princeton, NJ, to our cutting-edge research facility in La Jolla, CA, and a new manufacturing site in Sanford, NC anticipated to open in 2027, we’re expanding our capabilities in drug discovery, product development and commercialization.
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Associate Director, ERP Functional & Solutions Architect- D365
Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario.
Summary:
The Associate Director, ERP Functional & Solution Architect, ICT role will be responsible for overseeing MS D365 Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) within the organization. Crucial role in implementing ERP specific business process improvements and enhancements within the organization and ensuring the system's optimal performance and functionality. Perform the planning, design, configuration, customization, and implementation of MS D365/ERP modules and functionalities, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards, security protocols, and regulatory requirements. The ERP Functional Architect, Associate Director, ICT role will also serve as a business process analyst aligned with enterprise (i.e., SCM, MFG, Quality) and Corporate Functions (i.e., Finance, HR, Legal, Compliance, Procurement) ensuring successful technical solution development and delivery.
Essential Functions:
The D365 ERP F&O Functional Architect is responsible for the end-to-end functional design, configuration, and optimization of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations to support business operations across Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, and related business functions. The architect will partner with business stakeholders, technical teams, and implementation partners to ensure that the solution is aligned with corporate strategy, compliant with GxP/GAMP 5 standards (where applicable), and scalable for future business growth.
1. Solution Architecture & Design
• Lead the functional design and architecture of the D365 F&O solution across key modules (Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, Inventory, Quality, etc.).
• Translate complex business requirements into clear, scalable, and compliant functional solutions.
• Emphasizes proactive, holistic leadership in solution architecture.
• Focuses on aligning solutions with business goals, value streams, and enterprise architecture governance.
• Define data flows, integrations, and system interactions between D365 and other enterprise systems & interfaces (e.g., LIMS, MES, 3PL Partners, External Finance Systems, and Cloud systems).
• Ensure alignment with Microsoft’s Dynamics 365 roadmap and best practices.
2. Implementation & Configuration
• Perform and lead the setup, configuration, and deployment of D365 F&O modules.
• End to end management of project/solution management by using tools like Azure Boards for planning and tracking work, Azure Repos for code versioning, and Azure Pipelines for automating build and deployment. Perform all activities from initial user stories and tasks to code, testing, and deployment through integrations with tools like Lifecycle Services (LCS).
• Drive fit-gap analysis and functional documentation. Develop User/Functional Requirements, Functional/Technical Design, System/Business process architecture diagrams.
• Collaborate with development/vendor/managed service teams to define functional specifications for enhancements, bug/fix, customizations, reports, and interfaces. Co-develop or individually develop code/configurations required and coordinate internal development and user acceptance testing of the solution.
• Participate in system validation activities, including IQ/OQ/PQ documentation for regulated environments.
3. Governance & Compliance
• Ensure the ERP system design complies with GAMP 5, SOX, and GxP regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain master data governance, change management, and configuration control processes.
• Support audits and inspections through proper documentation and traceability.
• Develop current and future state roadmaps and architecture.
• Assess and align system release plan with Microsoft Dynamics 365 roadmap
4. Stakeholder Collaboration
• Partner with business process owners to define best practices, continuous improvement opportunities, and confirm desired solution to fix the support/bug-fix items raised. Support communities of practice and collaborative development methodology.
• Work independently to perform required fix within the D365 framework. Test and confirm the developed fix with business process owners.
• Work closely with IT, OT, and cloud teams to ensure integrated digital architecture.
• Provide subject matter expertise and training for internal business process owners and super users.
5. Project & Vendor Management
• Support ERP implementation and upgrade projects through all phases — initiation, design, testing, go-live, and hypercare.
• Manage and coordinate external implementation partners and vendors.
• Define KPIs and monitor system performance, adoption, and ROI.
Requirements:
Education
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in computer science, information systems, engineering, supply chain, or related fields required. Microsoft D365 F&O Certification preferred.
Experience
• 8+ years of experience implementing or supporting Microsoft Dynamics AX / D365 F&O.
• Proven expertise across multiple functional domains (Finance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement).
• Experience designing integrations between ERP and external systems (LIMS, MES, Payment interface with Bank, External Finance Systems, etc.).
• Strong understanding of ERP data models, workflows, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of functional and solution architecture of, and experience performing code and configuration updates within the following Dynamics 365 modules:
o Finance: General ledger, Cash and bank management, Accounts payable, Accounts receivable. Budgeting, Fixed assets, Cost accounting, PR/PO process, Vendor Management, Cost Accounting and Management
o SCM: Inventory management, Master planning, Procurement and sourcing, Product information management, Production control, Warehouse management, Cost accounting, Cost management, Asset management, including scheduled maintenance and repair tasks
Technical Skills
• Proficient in MS Office Suite. Experience with technology delivery applications across solutions such as (ERP, Manufacturing Execution Systems, Finance Systems, Control Tower).
• Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365: Finance and Operations Apps Solution Architect Expert certification preferred.
• Experience with emerging technologies (AI/ML, cloud, etc.) as relevant to ERP.
Working Conditions:
Requires up to 10 % domestic and international travel
The anticipated salary for this position will be $165,000 to $190,000. The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs.
The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:
- 401K with company match
- Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
- Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
- Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
- HSA & FSA Programs
- Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Concierge Services
- Long Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Awards
The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.
KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions
It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.
When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected and stored by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. (“Controller”), which is located at 510 Carnegie Center Dr. Princeton, NJ 08540 USA and can be contacted by emailing kkus.talentacquisition.8h@kyowakirin.com. Controller’s data protection officer can be contacted at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller’s recruitment related activities, which include setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results thereto, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for employment.
Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller’s behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. The transfer will be made using appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses approved by regulators for transfers of personal data outside the European Union.
Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment. Under the GDPR, if you are located in the European Union, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have the right to data portability, and to lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. If you have any questions about our use of your data, you may contact us by email at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com.
Recruitment & Staffing Agencies
Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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Associate Director, Global Regulatory Affairs Compliance and Training Team Lead
Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario.
Summary:
The Director, GRA Compliance and Training Team Lead, provides strategic leadership for the GRA Compliance & Training function, defining vision, priorities, and resource allocation to support organizational objectives. This role leads and develops a high-performing team, oversees global compliance frameworks, SOP governance, inspection readiness, and regulatory risk management. The Director drives the global training strategy, optimizes SOP processes, and collaborates cross-functionally to ensure consistent, integrated compliance standards. Key responsibilities include monitoring compliance and training KPIs, ensuring audit readiness, managing change initiatives, and fostering a risk-aware culture across GRA.
Essential Functions:
• Lead the GRA Compliance & Training team, setting vision, priorities, and resource allocation aligned with corporate and GRA objectives. Mentor and develop team members, fostering accountability, excellence, and a risk-aware culture.
• Develop, implement, and maintain global compliance frameworks to ensure adherence to international laws, regulations, and corporate standards.
• Oversee the GRA risk register, identify and mitigate compliance risks, and support timely corrective actions.
• Manage global SOP/WI governance, ensuring harmonization across regions, optimization of processes, and adherence to local requirements. Author, review, and approve SOPs/WIs as needed.
• Lead readiness for regulatory inspections and internal audits, maintaining robust documentation and serving as RA support or lead for GxP inspections/audits when required.
• Oversee compliance and role-specific training programs for all GRA staff, balancing short-term training needs with long-term career development initiatives.
• Define, track, and report compliance and training KPIs to senior leadership and governance committees; escalate risks and issues appropriately.
• Collaborate with QA, PV, IT, and other functions to ensure integrated compliance and training standards, knowledge sharing, and alignment of best practices.
• Manage compliance-related change initiatives, including adoption of new systems, tools, and processes.
• Ensure projects and products with external partners/vendors comply with relevant regulations and corporate standards, including selection and onboarding where applicable.
• Identify and lead operational or strategic improvements to enhance compliance and training effectiveness.
• Monitor and assess changes in regulations, industry trends, and competitive intelligence, and provide guidance on organizational impact.
• Maintain robust documentation to support audit readiness and compliance evidence.
• Support the management of the GRA Compliance & Training budget, ensuring effective resource allocation.
• Participate in the selection and onboarding of GRA staff as needed to build a high-performing team.
• Ensure alignment with Vision 2030, company Core Values, Kabegoe Principles and GRA Vision.
Requirements:
Education
Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine, or closely related scientific discipline. Advanced degree (MS, MBA, or PhD) preferred. Relevant professional certifications in Regulatory Affairs or Compliance (e.g., RAC, CCEP) are a plus.
Experience
• Minimum eight (8) years of progressive experience in regulatory compliance, training, or quality within the life sciences, pharmaceutical, or biotech industry.
• Proven experience leading global teams and managing cross-functional projects.
• Demonstrated track record in developing and implementing compliance frameworks and risk management programs.
• Oversaw regulatory inspections, audits, and ensuring inspection readiness.
• Hands-on experience with SOP governance, process optimization, and training program development.
• Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders, including partners, vendors, and regulatory authorities.
• Championed change initiatives and implement compliance systems or tools.
Technical Skills
• Strong knowledge of global regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA, ICH, GxP standards).
• Expertise in compliance monitoring, risk assessment, and audit readiness processes.
• Proficiency in training program development and learning management systems.
• Familiarity with SOP/WI management, document control systems, and regulatory submissions.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong project management skills, including resource planning, budgeting, and performance monitoring.
• Strong proficiency MS Office Suite.
The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs.
The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:
- 401K with company match
- Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
- Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
- Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
- HSA & FSA Programs
- Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Concierge Services
- Long Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Awards
The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.
KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions
It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.
When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected and stored by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. (“Controller”), which is located at 510 Carnegie Center Dr. Princeton, NJ 08540 USA and can be contacted by emailing kkus.talentacquisition.8h@kyowakirin.com. Controller’s data protection officer can be contacted at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller’s recruitment related activities, which include setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results thereto, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for employment.
Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller’s behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. The transfer will be made using appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses approved by regulators for transfers of personal data outside the European Union.
Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment. Under the GDPR, if you are located in the European Union, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have the right to data portability, and to lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. If you have any questions about our use of your data, you may contact us by email at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com.
Recruitment & Staffing Agencies
Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs Advertising & Promotion Compliance
Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario.
Summary:
The Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs, Advertising and Promotion Compliance will independently review, approve, and monitor product advertising and promotional labeling material for an assigned product to ensure compliance with US regulatory requirements. In addition, the associate director will be responsible for supporting preparation of FDA Form 2253 submissions and any requests for advisory comment submissions to FDA's Office of Prescription Drug Promotion (OPDP) as well as submissions to PAAB for promotional materials in Canada, as applicable.
Essential Functions:
• The Associate Director is responsible for providing strategic and tactical regulatory support and guidance for assigned product and disease state communications as well as pipeline and non-promotional communications.
• Provides guidance and input for assigned development products reflective of promotional considerations, including assessment of potential labeling claims.
• Serves as Promotional Review Committee (PRC) chair and as the primary regulatory reviewer of advertising, promotions, and other related materials for assigned product to ensure compliance with applicable FDA/Health Canada laws, regulations, and guidance.
• Works collaboratively with cross-functional partners, including Legal and Medical as part of PRC. Develops solutions to complex promotional issues by utilizing scientific and regulatory knowledge to support business objectives and initiatives while effectively identifying, escalating, and managing business risks.
• Serves as the regulatory reviewer for the Medical Review Process (MRC) for assigned product(s).
• Provides direction and works collaboratively to ensure that changes in US Prescribing Information and Canadian Product Monograph are reflected in current promotions and advertising
• Continually assesses the advertising and promotion related
process to enhance efficiencies and compliance.
• Collaborates in cross-functional efforts to develop, update, and implement policies, procedures and guidelines related to Regulatory Advertising and Promotion Compliance.
• Primary liaison with Office of Prescription Drug Promotion (OPDP) regarding advertising and promotion for assigned products.
• Monitors US and Canadian regulatory promotional environment and stays abreast of all relevant regulatory and industry changes and updates related to FDA and Health Canada guidance, warning letters, enforcement actions and regulations; and communicate to appropriate internal and external personnel in a timely manner, highlighting the implications of the changes
• Ensures the maintenance of paper and electronic records of all submissions and communications with OPDP, and any supporting documentation
• Provide relevant regulatory compliance training to staff and cross-functional partners from a regulatory perspective.
Requirements:
Education
Bachelor’s degree in life science or closely related discipline. Advance degree preferred (Pharm.D., Phd, M.S, JD)
Experience
• Minimum seven (7) years of progressive experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, specifically in Regulatory Affairs with a focus on Advertising and Promotion (Ad/Promo).
• Proven track record as the primary regulatory reviewer for promotional and non-promotional materials across various therapeutic areas, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations, industry guidelines (e.g., OPDP, PhRMA), and internal policies.
• Strong experience in leading and managing Regulatory review processes within cross-functional Medical, Legal, and Regulatory (MLR) teams for both consumer and professional marketing materials.
• Familiarity with launch planning, including pre-approval communications, disease awareness campaigns, and launch materials.
• Experience with training Commercial and cross-functional teams on promotional compliance principles, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.
• Preferred, but not required, experience with reviewing promotional and non-promotional communications in Canada to be compliant with Health Canada regulations.
Technical Skills
• Thorough knowledge of applicable regulations, guidance, and industry standards related to advertising and promotional communications about prescription drugs, devices (if applicable), and investigational treatments in the US
• Understanding of clinical study design and statistical analyses in assessment of promotional claims
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Solid proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Power Point for documentation, analysis, and presentations.
• Experience with Veeva, SharePoint and Box
Working Conditions:
Requires up to 10% domestic and international travel
The anticipated salary for this position will be $____ to $____. The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs.
The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:
- 401K with company match
- Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
- Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
- Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
- HSA & FSA Programs
- Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Concierge Services
- Long Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Awards
The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.
KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions
It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.
When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected and stored by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. (“Controller”), which is located at 510 Carnegie Center Dr. Princeton, NJ 08540 USA and can be contacted by emailing kkus.talentacquisition.8h@kyowakirin.com. Controller’s data protection officer can be contacted at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller’s recruitment related activities, which include setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results thereto, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for employment.
Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller’s behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. The transfer will be made using appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses approved by regulators for transfers of personal data outside the European Union.
Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment. Under the GDPR, if you are located in the European Union, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have the right to data portability, and to lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. If you have any questions about our use of your data, you may contact us by email at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com.
Recruitment & Staffing Agencies
Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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Associate Director, Veeva Vault Architect
Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario.
Summary:
The Veeva Vault Architect serves as the technical and strategic leader for designing, implementing and optimizing Veeva Vault solutions across the global organization. This role ensures that all Vault applications align with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and enterprise architecture standards. The architect collaborates closely with business stakeholders, IT teams and implementation / support partners to deliver scalable, compliant and high performing Vault-based solutions.
Essential Functions:
Solution Architecture & Design
• Develop end to end architecture for Veeva Vault applications (e.g., Quality, RIM, Medical, Commercial).
• Interpret business requirements into scalable, secure and compliant Vault configurations.
• Define data models, object structures, workflows, lifecycle states and security models.
• Establish integration patterns between Vault and other enterprise systems (ERP, LMS, MDM, LIMS, etc.).
• Create architectural standards, design documents and technical specifications.
Platform Leadership
• Serve as the subject matter expert for Veeva Vault capabilities, limitations and best practices.
• Guide configuration teams on Vault objects, metadata, workflows and automation.
• Familiarity with domain level configuration and best practices.
• Evaluate new Vault features and releases, advising on adoption and impact.
• Ensure alignment with GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and other regulatory frameworks.
Implementation & Delivery
• Lead technical workstreams during Vault implementations, migrations and enhancements.
• Oversee data migration strategies, mapping, cleansing and validation.
• Support test planning, execution, and defect resolution for configuration and integrations.
• Partner with project managers to ensure delivery timelines and quality standards are met.
Integration & Data Management
• Architect and oversee integrations using native Veeva Vault Integrations, Veeva APIs, Vault Loader and middleware tools across both Vault and other applications.
• Ensure adherence to data governance, master data strategies and cross system data flows.
• Ensure data integrity, auditability, and traceability across the Vault ecosystem.
Stakeholder Collaboration
• Work with business process owners to understand needs and translate them into technical solutions.
• Collaborate with QA/SA, Compliance, Data Privacy and Validation teams to ensure system readiness.
• Provide technical guidance to internal teams and external implementation partners.
Operational Excellence
• Establish monitoring, performance optimization and support frameworks.
• Develop documentation, SOPs and knowledge transfer materials.
• Support ongoing enhancements, change requests and continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements:
Education
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in computer science, information systems, engineering or related fields required. Veeva Vault certification(s) preferred.
Technical Skills
• 8+ years of experience in the configuration, implementation, support and operations of Veeva Vault-based solutions.
• Proven expertise across multiple functional domains (Quality, Regulatory, Medical, Commercial and/or Clinical).
• Hands-on experience with Veeva APIs, integration patterns and data migration tools.
• Knowledge of GxP compliance, validation practices and regulated system requirements.
• Experience with large-scale, global implementations.
• Experience with middleware platforms (e.g., MuleSoft, Informatica), Master Data Management concepts and solutions preferred.
Working Conditions:
Requires up to 10 % domestic and international travel.
Willingness to work in a global environment with the ability to adapt to diverse cultural norms, including different communication styles, time zones, holiday schedules, and management approaches.
The anticipated salary for this position will be $185,000 to $200,000. The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs.
The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:
- 401K with company match
- Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
- Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
- Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
- HSA & FSA Programs
- Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Concierge Services
- Long Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Awards
The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.
KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions
It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.
When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected and stored by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. (“Controller”), which is located at 510 Carnegie Center Dr. Princeton, NJ 08540 USA and can be contacted by emailing kkus.talentacquisition.8h@kyowakirin.com. Controller’s data protection officer can be contacted at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller’s recruitment related activities, which include setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results thereto, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for employment.
Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller’s behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. The transfer will be made using appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses approved by regulators for transfers of personal data outside the European Union.
Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment. Under the GDPR, if you are located in the European Union, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have the right to data portability, and to lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. If you have any questions about our use of your data, you may contact us by email at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com.
Recruitment & Staffing Agencies
Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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Bioanalytical Specialist, Translational Research
Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario.
Summary:
The Specialist, Bioanalytical, Translational Research supports multiple pharmaceutical development programs by managing clinical sample use and disposition for biomarker testing, coordinating with external vendors, and providing data analysis support to biomarker teams. This role also facilitates collaboration with project teams and contributes to related clinical trial activities as needed.
Essential Functions:
• Implement and coordinate with other functional areas to institute processes for clinical sample management, from informed consent to data generation, including biobanking processes.
• Support biomarker teams in managing biomarker activities, such as organizing and analysis of biomarker data, conducting biomarker data verification and quality control, etc.
• Assist in coordinating and overseeing vendors for biomarker and bioanalytical assays, including selection, contracting, performance monitoring, and collaboration with colleagues across regions (e.g., Japan) and functions (Clinical Operations, Biometrics, Medical Sciences). Represent Translational Research on study teams.
• Maintain and keep bioanalytical assay and clinical study-related files and documents organized and archived in the trial master file (TMF).
• Ensure regulatory and procedural compliance by following applicable standards, guidelines, and regulations for patient sample handling and biomarker data management.
• Contribute to process improvement and innovation by developing optimized methods for sample handling, data management, and integration of results into the design of new clinical studies.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and related documents (manuals, work instructions) for sample acquisition, handling, and use.
• Collaborate across functions to support departmental and company goals, including contributions to study action plans and broader program objectives.
Requirements:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology or closely related discipline. Masters degree a plus.
Experience:
• Minimum 2 years of experience in bioanalytical, translational research, or clinical research settings, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Exposure to handling and processing clinical samples, including sample tracking and storage.
• Hands-on experience with biomarker assays, data analysis, or quality control activities.
• Participation in cross-functional project teams or collaborative research initiatives.
• Experience interacting with external vendors or laboratory partners is a plus.
Technical Skills
• Knowledge of bioanalytical and biomarker assay principles, sample handling, and biobanking processes.
• Familiarity with clinical sample documentation and regulatory requirements (e.g., GCP, SOPs, TMF).
• Proficiency in basic data analysis and reporting using standard software tools (e.g., Excel, GraphPad, or equivalent).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to track multiple samples, datasets, and projects.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for scientific documentation and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to follow protocols, standard operating procedures, and quality guidelines with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with scientific analytical software (JMP, R, Etc)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
Working Conditions:
Requires up to 5% domestic and international travel
The anticipated salary for this position will be $90,000 to $105,000. The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs.
The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:
- 401K with company match
- Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
- Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
- Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
- HSA & FSA Programs
- Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Concierge Services
- Long Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Awards
The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.
KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions
It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.
When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected and stored by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. (“Controller”), which is located at 510 Carnegie Center Dr. Princeton, NJ 08540 USA and can be contacted by emailing kkus.talentacquisition.8h@kyowakirin.com. Controller’s data protection officer can be contacted at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller’s recruitment related activities, which include setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results thereto, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for employment.
Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller’s behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. The transfer will be made using appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses approved by regulators for transfers of personal data outside the European Union.
Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment. Under the GDPR, if you are located in the European Union, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have the right to data portability, and to lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. If you have any questions about our use of your data, you may contact us by email at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com.
Recruitment & Staffing Agencies
Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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Director, Clinical Science (non-hemato-oncology)
Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario.
Summary:
The Director, Clinical Science (non-hemato-oncology) is a vital position in our growing global organization. As part of the Clinical Science group, this person is a key member of multi-disciplinary project teams responsible for the achievement of milestones (e.g., IND, FIH, POC, EOP2, NDA) for development programs. It is expected for this role to exercise leadership in the scientific discussion in project teams from the clinical perspective, diving deeply into the science of her/his assigned program(s), and perform the role of a subject matter expert for the program(s). He/she will play an active role in the creation of regulatory documents (e.g., BB, IND), study protocols, and clinical development plans for new and/or launched products, including lifecycle management. He/she will be responsible for establishing and maintaining KOL relationships.
Essential Functions:
• Serve as leading voice on clinical matters as Clinical Science representative on assigned project team(s), based on firm understanding of given disease area(s) and of clinical development processes, especially in the US and Europe
• Lead in the formulation of clinical development strategies, in collaboration with related functions, and create clinical development plans, accordingly
• Lead in the formulation of clinical trial protocols with sufficient feasibility and high probability of success, based on significant expertise in new drug development
• Lead in the development of written material for clinical sections of key regulatory submissions; work closely with Regulatory in the process of preparing these submissions and ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements and standards throughout the course of clinical trials.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Regulatory, Marketing, and Quality to support clinical trial design and execution, regulatory submissions, and launch-related activities.
• Provide input from the clinical perspective to the formulation of Target Product Profiles.
• Analyze safety and efficacy findings from clinical studies; participate in inter-disciplinary team meetings, as required
• Support required safety evaluations for clinical studies, e.g. AE assessment, as needed.
• Create and maintain good relationships with clinical investigators and relevant Key Opinion Leaders; identify physicians with potential to serve as strong investigators for clinical studies
• Attend relevant scientific meetings to strengthen competency in assigned field(s) and to gain awareness of research activities underway and activities of competitors
• Serve as an author and lead in the preparation of review articles and conference presentations, relating to assigned clinical trial(s)
• Support business development, as needed, in due diligence efforts of new in-licensing opportunities (or other topics).
• Foster and contribute to collaborative environment that seeks to encourage innovation, strengthen scientific understanding among team members, and enhance professional development for all.
• Perform other duties, as required.
Requirements:
Education
MD (or equivalent), PharmD, PhD in life sciences or related field; applicable R&D experience may also be considered.
Experience
• Minimum 10 years of relevant clinical research experience with at least 5 years in clinical development role
• Authorship and review of clinical development plans, clinical study protocols, briefing books, IBs, SAPs, and CSRs
• Significant experience and ability to work effectively with external partners, including physicians and vendors
• Preferred experience: leadership role in large, late-stage, global outcomes trials; background in Bone & Mineral or Rare Disease trials
Technical Skills
• Strong scientific background with good understanding of drug development process
• Good leadership skills, highly motivated, great attention to detail, ability to work in complex and changing situations, excellent problem-solving skills
• Broad level of interpersonal skills and flexibility; cultural sensitivity and ability to develop consensus within matrix structure of a multinational organization
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Good project management skills; able to organize and prioritize multiple activities
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, relevant software applications, using templates, and other electronic formats
• Ability to think analytically (in terms of both strategy and tactics) and simultaneously consider scientific, medical, and business aspects of projects
Working Conditions:
Requires up to 15% domestic and international travel
The anticipated salary for this position will be $210,000 to $240,000. The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs.
The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:
- 401K with company match
- Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
- Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
- Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
- HSA & FSA Programs
- Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Concierge Services
- Long Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Awards
The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.
KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions
It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.
When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected and stored by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. (“Controller”), which is located at 510 Carnegie Center Dr. Princeton, NJ 08540 USA and can be contacted by emailing kkus.talentacquisition.8h@kyowakirin.com. Controller’s data protection officer can be contacted at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller’s recruitment related activities, which include setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results thereto, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for employment.
Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller’s behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. The transfer will be made using appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses approved by regulators for transfers of personal data outside the European Union.
Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment. Under the GDPR, if you are located in the European Union, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have the right to data portability, and to lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. If you have any questions about our use of your data, you may contact us by email at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com.
Recruitment & Staffing Agencies
Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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Director, Field Reimbursement Patient Services
Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company, our goal is to make people smile by delivering breakthroughs where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, Massachusetts, and Ontario.
Summary of Job
As a key member of the Patient Services team, the Director, Field Patient Access Solutions is responsible for leading patient services field strategy and teams as well as for the field strategy and operations components of Kyowa Kirin’s Patient Support Programs for all products, focused on reimbursement, patient access, and initiation. This individual will be responsible for ensuring that all program operations are in line with relevant laws, regulations, and Company Policies including HIPAA and Patient Privacy guidelines. Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Patient Services’ field teams and vendors, this key contributor is expected to ensure an efficient, timely, and compliant patient and customer experience with Kyowa Kirin’s products. This individual will be an expert in Kyowa Kirin’s Patient Support processes and ensure that patients and customers receive the highest level of service. They will ensure the internal and external teams are appropriately helping patients start and stay on prescribed medicines. The Director is required to exemplify strong leadership skills and provide adequate coaching and support to members of the Patient Services Field teams. They will be responsible for the hiring and oversight of the Patient Services field teams, including Field Reimbursement Managers (FRMs), and support the vendor selection process for additional field teams, as necessary. The Director will drive team business objectives and plans, enable field excellence, and empower cross-collaborative relationships. In addition, the Director, Field Patient Access Solutions will be responsible for establishing processes to monitor the performance of Patient Services vendors and partners. They will be expected to support program strategy, policy development, marketing, and technology enhancements acting as a subject matter expert in Patient Services and Reimbursement processes and procedures. Strong working knowledge of industry trends and requirements is necessary. They will work closely with the broader commercial teams to understand patient and customer needs and implement appropriate strategies across partners.
Essential Functions
- Patient Service’s lead and subject matter expert on Kyowa Kirin’s products’ payer landscape; responsible for related Patient Services training, education and resource development.
- Work with internal partners to build strategic patient access and reimbursement account plans that align with franchise, market access, and patient services business objectives provide insights and updates accordingly.
- Proactive anticipation of potential reimbursement issues and address via program strategy, process, or procedure updates
- Collaborate with marketing partners and agencies to develop access-related materials and resources.
- Key contributor expansion of internal Patient Services organization, including policy, technology, and organizational structure development.
- In collaboration with key team members, establish program metrics, key performance indicators, performance measurements, and incentive compensation model.
- Manage day-to-day patient access and support services including internal team member(s), field nurse vendors, other field partners; attend field calls with the team
- regularly to provide support and coaching opportunities.
- Responsible for integration of Patient Services teams and procedures into greater franchise processes and objectives
- Enhance the patient and customer experience via feedback, business insights, benchmarking, auditing, and active team monitoring.
- Participate in LMR (Legal/Medical/Regulatory) review process as Reimbursement and Patient Services subject matter expert
- Monitor and analyze data collection from partners; provide data updates and appropriate information to internal and external stakeholders.
- Executes on business objectives related to Patient Services with operational excellence.
- Develop and maintain all Field Access Solutions Program SOPs, Work Flows, Communication Guides/Templates, Training and Reports.
- Manage external partner and internal team performance against contractual arrangements, SOPs, and KPIs.
- Responsible for performance, development, and satisfaction of internal Patient Services Field Team members.
- Works closely with broader home office and field teams to facilitate seamless communication of Patient Services information and updates.
- Partners with Training team to develop necessary Patient Services training for internal and external teams
- Continuously evaluate platforms, processes, and data and implements improvements as needed.
- Work with internal and external Patient Services partners
- (Hub, PAP, co-pay, SPs, etc.) to ensure seamless patient experience on escalated cases.
Education
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Bachelor degree
Experience
- 10+ years of experience in Market Access/Patient Services in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry required.
- 4+ years of experience leading a specialty/rare field reimbursement or patient access team is required
- Experience working with Specialty products required. Experience in Rare Disease required.
- Expert knowledge of Field Access Solutions, including field reimbursement managers, nursing support, and patient support program strategy, operational processes, technology, and data.
- Sufficiently experienced in team leadership and vendor management skills; can persuade and influence others; manage conflicts appropriately.
- Detailed understanding of Patient Services regulatory and compliance landscape and requirements.
- Experience in audit circumstances and knowledge of investigative processes.
- Detailed understanding of payer landscape, all product types (retail, specialty, buy-and-bill). Ability to build organization personnel structure.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively recruit, develop and retain top talent.
- Excellent tactical and operational execution skills.
- Product launch experience preferred.
- Proven ability to identify,develop, implement and execute operational efficiencies in process and procedures.
- Strong collaboration skills across internal and external stakeholders to drive brand vision through tactical patient services strategy and process.
- Patient-focused.
- Creative problem solver
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of specialty channel patient-level data.
- Experience with data analysis and evaluation required.
- Proven ability to drive operational growth and meet key standard performance objectives.
- Strong business acumen.
- Fluent understanding of reimbursement process terminology required
Technical Skills
- Proficient in MS Office Suite.
Non-Technical Skills
- Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, meet deadlines, make decisions, and change course of action quickly. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Strong work ethic is required. Detail oriented and excellent follow through. Has the ability to flex and deal with ambiguity in a dynamic, fast-paced, high growth environment. Has a passion for personal learning and development to be able to grow with the company. Cultural sensitivity and ability to develop consensus within a multinational organization
Travel
Requires up to 50% domestic and international travel
KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions
It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.
When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected and stored by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. (“Controller”), which is located at 510 Carnegie Center, Suite 6, Princeton, NJ 08540 USA and can be contacted by emailing kkus.talentacquisition.8h@kyowakirin.com. Controller’s data protection officer can be contacted at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller’s recruitment related activities, which include setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results thereto, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for employment.
Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller’s behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. The transfer will be made using appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses approved by regulators for transfers of personal data outside the European Union.
Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment. Under the GDPR, if you are located in the European Union, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have the right to data portability, and to lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. If you have any questions about our use of your data, you may contact us by email at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com.
Recruitment & Staffing Agencies
Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
The anticipated salary for this position will be $220,000 to $250,000. The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs.
Kyowa Kirin provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Basic and Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Health Savings Account, Business Travel Insurance, Employee Assistance Programs
- Pet Insurance
- Retirement Savings 401k with company match
- Well-Being and Work-Life Programs Including Gympass, Nutrition Counseling, , Volunteer Time Off, Flexible Work Arrangements, Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance, and TouchCare Insurance & Billing Support
- Generous Paid Time Off, Sick Time, & Paid Holidays
- Perks and Discounts with Tickets at Work and LifeMart
- Reward & Recognition Programs
- Career Development and Training
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Director of Pharmacometrics- Clinical Pharmacology
Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario.
Summary:
The Director of Pharmacometrics will lead a team of Pharmacometricians within the Global Development Organization (GDO) and Clinical Pharmacology (CP) function. The role is intended to have a balance of direct project related activities and to support team members in the development and execution of model informed drug development (MIDD) strategies. The Director of Pharmacometrics will support continued development of appropriate workflows and systems to provide quantitative clinical pharmacology deliverables. The Director of Pharmacometrics will help develop all GDO CP members on communication of MIDD strategies and approaches to project teams. The Director of Pharmacometrics will serve to communicate with and educate leadership across the GDO organization, including those in other GDO Functions, on the value of MIDD and quantitative clinical pharmacology strategies. The Director of Pharmacometrics will also look for innovative ways to work with Kyowa Kirin organizations outside of GDO, including but not limited to Regulatory Affairs and Medical Affairs, to increase MIDD strategies throughout development and in post-marketing space.
Essential Functions:
• Accountable for pharmacometrics deliverables supporting project teams, ensuring scientific quality, timeliness, and impact; identify and drive opportunities to advance quantitative clinical pharmacology across the organization.
• Guide pharmacometrics strategy and ensure high-quality preparation of pharmacometric components for scientific reports, regulatory submissions, and responses to health authority inquiries.
• Provide scientific and technical leadership to pharmacometrics staff, ensuring excellence in modeling approaches and effective communication at all organizational levels.
• Support clear and impactful communication of pharmacometric and clinical pharmacology results to diverse internal and external audiences.
• Collaborate with GDO Clinical Pharmacology colleagues and cross-functional partners to improve efficiency, alignment, and innovation across drug development initiatives.
• Advance Model-Informed Drug Development (MIDD) standards by incorporating best practices from the scientific community to continuously improve workflows, processes, and analytical rigor.
• Establish and implement workflows, tools, and training programs, leveraging internal and external resources to strengthen pharmacometrics capabilities within GDO Clinical Pharmacology, with particular focus on developing Pharmacometrics Leads.
• Develop and maintain a network of preferred external pharmacometrics experts to support advanced or specialized analyses as needed.
• Promote scientific visibility through conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications, ensuring dissemination of insights and research outcomes to the broader scientific community.
Requirements:
Education
PhD preferred with specialty training in Pharmacometrics, appropriate MS or PharmD also applicable
Experience
• Minimum 10 years of pharmaceutical industry experience gained in pharmacometrics / quantitative clinical pharmacology is required.
• The understanding and ability to communicate and apply MIDD strategies to drug development.
• Understanding of pharmacometrics contributions for successful clinical development of small molecules, biologics, and alternative therapies.
• Experience in the successful use of MIDD to support drug development decision making
• Ability to conduct hands-on modeling and simulation using appropriate quantitative tools in a regulated drug development environment, considered expert in field
• Experience in the preparation of strategic regulatory documents including reports, summary documents, and response to information requests.
• Leadership of a team with various backgrounds and skills in pharmacometrics.
• Experience of developing individuals pharmacometric and communication skills and talents
Technical Skills
Proficient in MS Office Suite.
Demonstrated proficiency with pharmacometric software tools for non-linear mixed effects modeling, data manipulation, physiologically based pharmacology, and systems pharmacology modeling, such as: Julia/Pumas app, R-studio, NONMEM.
The anticipated salary for this position will be $230,000 to $250,000. The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs.
The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:
- 401K with company match
- Discretionary Profit Share
- Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
- Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
- Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
- HSA & FSA Programs
- Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Concierge Services
- Long Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Awards
The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.
KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions
It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.
When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected and stored by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. (“Controller”), which is located at 510 Carnegie Center Dr. Princeton, NJ 08540 USA and can be contacted by emailing kkus.talentacquisition.8h@kyowakirin.com. Controller’s data protection officer can be contacted at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller’s recruitment related activities, which include setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results thereto, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for employment.
Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller’s behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. The transfer will be made using appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses approved by regulators for transfers of personal data outside the European Union.
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Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist II
Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario.
The EHS Specialist is responsible for supporting the implementation of the EHS program. This includes developing and maintaining EHS compliance programs and continuous improvement projects for the KKNA Manufacturing Facility.
As an individual contributor, you will take a compassionate and people-focused approach to your work. You will proactively collaborate with others to create a supportive and inclusive environment, always acting in line with the organization’s values. By using strong interpersonal skills, you will work effectively with diverse viewpoints, manage relationships thoughtfully, and make decisions that meet both individual and team needs. You will be accountable for delivering results, adapting to challenges, and helping achieve business goals. Additionally, you will take ownership of your tasks, act with initiative, and continuously seek opportunities to learn and grow. You will handle change with resilience and clarity, staying flexible in a fast-paced environment while keeping the needs of patients at the center of your efforts.
This role reports to the Sr. Manager, Environmental, Health and Safety
Technical Skills, Knowledge, and Experience
• Responsibilities include: incident response, reporting, and investigations; environmental permit management; and risk management. Supports implementation of all applicable EHS programs for the site such as: Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO), Confined Space Entry, Industrial Hygiene, Hazard Communication, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Workers Compensation, Emergency Management, etc. Coordinates with operations to identify and mitigate risks by implementing effective engineering controls, procedures, training, and PPE.
• Interface with staff: High visibility in all workspaces to support a positive, practical, safe, and compliant work environment. Interface with Management: Communicate regularly with system owners or area managers to provide status reports, plan program activities, and review EHS program effectiveness. Co-chair the EHS committee.
• Assessments and Inspections: Supports regular internal self-audits and inspections of EHS systems.
• EHS Incidents: Respond to reported observations, near misses, injuries and spills, support all reporting, assist employees and supervisors with investigations and corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs). Help maintain regulatory reporting systems.
• Regulatory Compliance: Participate during Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ), Department of Transportation (DOT), Fire Marshal, or other regulatory inspections. Ensure that staff members understand requirements and operate the site in a compliant manner.
• EHS Procedures: Draft, review, and revise EHS policies, procedures, and manuals to ensure that EHS practices are consistent with the applicable regulations and promote safe and compliant behavior.
• Employee Training/ Records Retention: Coordinate and provide training as needed for EHS programs. Support the management of EHS records including, but not limited to, waste management, chemical inventory, training, permits, inspections, OSHA Logs, and testing.
• PPE: Assess appropriate PPE for each applicable task. Provide training and monitor use.
• Waste Management: Support all waste activities including storage, treatment, disposal, reporting, and record keeping.
• Emergency Preparedness: Maintain EHS supplies, equipment, materials, and training as specified by EHS procedures or programs.
• Industrial Hygiene (IH): Assist with the development, execution, and evaluation of IH monitoring, data reporting, employee notification, and implementation of any necessary improvements to reduce/eliminate employee exposure to chemical and/or physical hazards.
• Other assigned duties.
Individual contributor, with responsibility to lead or work with cross-functional project teams.
Education/Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in an occupational health and safety or related field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience as an EHS professional in manufacturing.
• Experience with start-up and operation of biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes is a plus.
Technical Skills
• Relevant training and/or certification in regulated EHS activities.
• Hazardous/biohazardous waste management
• DOT hazardous materials shipping
• Emergency response
Non-Technical Skills
• Results-oriented and able to navigate ambiguity.
• Set clear outcomes, track progress, follow through on commitments, and ensure actions lead to measurable results that advance organizational objectives.
• Respond promptly, take accountability, and manage tasks efficiently.
• Adapt to change with clarity, patience, and understanding, guiding teams through evolving challenges.
• Exhibit strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid work ethic while demonstrating cultural sensitivity and the ability to foster alignment in a global environment.
• Communicate with care by actively listening and considering others' perspectives, fostering productive, engaging interactions, and managing relationships with kindness.
• Embrace personal growth through continuous learning and knowledge sharing, maintaining a growth mindset.
• Promote inclusive collaboration by respecting diverse perspectives and creating a welcoming work environment.
• Contribute positively by recognizing achievements and encouraging a healthy work-life balance.
• Collaborate with respect, integrity, and humility, prioritizing collective success over individual gain.
• Resourceful and proactive, challenge the status quo, drive innovation, and develop creative solutions.
• Apply an enterprise-wide, holistic mindset, working beyond siloed thinking to deliver cohesive, integrated solutions.
Must be able to work in a regulated manufacturing environment, including construction/start-up phases, with appropriate PPE. Reasonable accommodation will be provided as required by law.
This position is based on-site in Sanford, NC. Other standard company policies for flexible work arrangements do not apply to this role. This is not a hybrid or remote role.
• Requires up to 5% of domestic travel, based on business needs.
• This position follows a Monday–Friday day shift (8AM to 4:30 PM).
• Regularly works in environments with exposure to machinery, noise, and physical hazards. Appropriate PPE is required.
The anticipated salary for this position will be $79,000 to $118,500. The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs.
The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:
- 401K with company matching
- Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
- Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
- Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
- HSA & FSA Programs
- Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
- Long-Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Concierge Service
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Awards
The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.
KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions
It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.
When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected and stored by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. (“Controller”), which is located at 510 Carnegie Center Dr. Princeton, NJ 08540 USA and can be contacted by emailing kkus.talentacquisition.8h@kyowakirin.com. Controller’s data protection officer can be contacted at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller’s recruitment related activities, which include setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results thereto, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for employment.
Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller’s behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. The transfer will be made using appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses approved by regulators for transfers of personal data outside the European Union.
Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment. Under the GDPR, if you are located in the European Union, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have the right to data portability, and to lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. If you have any questions about our use of your data, you may contact us by email at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com.
Recruitment & Staffing Agencies
Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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Executive Director, North America Head of Medical Field Teams
Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario.
Summary of Job:
The NA Head of Medical Field Teams is a senior Medical Affairs leadership role responsible for the strategic leadership, oversight, and performance of the North America Field Medical organization. This role plays a key part in building and evolving the North America Field Medical function, including shaping the operating model, core processes, governance, and standards of excellence for MSL and HEOR field activities as the organization continues to grow.
The role oversees several MSL teams across different therapeutic areas, as well as a Medical Value Outcome Liaison (MVOL) team, ensuring high quality, compliant scientific and health economic exchange aligned with regional and global Medical Affairs strategy.
The NA Head of Medical Field Teams is accountable for defining the field medical and HEOR engagement vision, operating model, and standards of excellence across therapeutic areas, while enabling strong execution, insight generation, and cross-functional collaboration. The role partners closely with Therapeutic Area leadership, HEOR leadership, Medical Affairs Operations & Excellence, Scientific Communications, and Global Medical Affairs to ensure integrated scientific and value-based engagement across the product lifecycle and is responsible for effectively communicating the value of Field Medical and Medical Value and Outcomes Liaisons (MVOL) team to senior leadership and other stakeholders through advanced analytics and reporting of outcomes and impact.
Essential Functions:
Field Medical & HEOR Strategy and Leadership
- Define and own the North America Field Medical and Medical Value Outcome Liaison (MVOL) Field strategy across multiple therapeutic areas, aligned with regional and global Medical Affairs objectives.
- Provide strategic leadership and direction to several TA MSL teams and Medical Value Outcome Liaison (MVOL) team, ensuring clear role differentiation while maintaining consistency in standards, expectations, and ways of working.
- Translate medical and HEOR strategy into field engagement models, priorities, and annual plans across therapeutic areas and assets.
- Serve as the senior field medical and Medical Value Outcome Liaison (MVOL) voice within North America Medical Affairs leadership forums.
People Leadership & Talent Development
- Directly lead and develop MSL and Medical Value Outcome Liaison (MVOL) people managers across therapeutic areas.
- Build a high-performing, patient-centric Field Medical and Medical Value Outcome Liaison (MVOL) organization through coaching, performance management, and professional development.
- Oversee hiring, onboarding, training, and succession planning for MSL and Medical Value Outcome Liaison (MVOL) teams.
- Foster a culture of scientific excellence, value-based thinking, compliance, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Scientific, HEOR & External Engagement Excellence
- Ensure high quality, non-promotional scientific and health economic exchange with healthcare professionals, payers, decision makers, and other external stakeholders.
- Oversee field medical and HEOR engagement strategies, ensuring interactions are compliant, scientifically rigorous, and tailored to stakeholder needs.
- Guide MSL and Medical Value Outcome Liaison (MVOL) involvement in advisory boards, payer engagements, investigator meetings, congresses, and insight generation activities.
Insights Generation & Strategic Impact
- Provides strategic leadership and direction to the data innovation strategy utilizing systems and analytics to establish and oversee robust processes for collection, synthesis, and communication of scientific, clinical, and HEOR field-generated insights.
- Ensure insights inform medical strategy, evidence generation, value messaging, scientific communications, and development planning.
- Partner with Therapeutic Area Heads, HEOR leadership, and Asset Leads to translate insights into strategic actions.
Cross-Functional & Matrix Collaboration
- Partner closely with Therapeutic Area Heads, Regional Asset Leads, HEOR leadership, and Scientific Communications to ensure alignment between field execution and medical and value strategies.
- Collaborate with Medical Affairs Operations & Excellence on field medical and HEOR planning, resourcing, KPIs, and operational excellence.
- Work in close partnership with Clinical Development, Regulatory, Legal, and Compliance to support integrated and compliant execution.
- Serve as a key liaison between North America Field Medical/ Medical Value Outcome Liaison (MVOL) teams and Global Medical Affairs and Global HEOR leadership.
Governance, Compliance & Quality
- Ensure all MSL and Medical Value Outcome Liaison (MVOL) activities comply with internal SOPs, Medical Affairs governance, and external regulatory and industry standards.
- Oversee training and adherence to compliance requirements related to scientific exchange, health economic discussions, and non-promotional engagement.
- Identify and escalate scientific, compliance, or reputational risks related to field medical or Medical Value Outcome Liaison (MVOL) activities.
Key Interfaces
- Head of North America Medical Affairs
- Regional Therapeutic Area Heads
- Regional Asset Medical Leads
- Medical Affairs Operations & Excellence
- Scientific Communications Leadership
- Global HEOR, and Global Medical Affairs
- Clinical Development, Regulatory, Legal, and Compliance partners
Decision‑Making Authority
- Accountable for North America Field Medical and HEOR Field strategy, structure, and performance across therapeutic areas.
- Authority to define field engagement models, priorities, and resource allocation within approved plans.
- Input into Medical Affairs resourcing, organizational design, and capability development decisions.
- Escalation authority for field‑related scientific, HEOR, compliance, or operational risks.
Subordinates: MSL Directors
Job Requirements:
Education
Bachelor’s degree in life science, nursing or closely related discipline. A doctorate level degree (e.g. MD, PharmD, PhD) in life sciences with relevant experience is highly preferred.
Experience
- Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in Medical Affairs, including significant leadership of Field Medical (MSL) organizations within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
- Demonstrated success leading large, multi-therapeutic area Field Medical teams, including direct oversight of MSL leaders and HEOR/MVOL functions
- Proven track record of defining and executing Field Medical and HEOR strategies aligned with regional and global Medical Affairs objectives
- Extensive experience engaging with key external stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, payers, and decision-makers, through compliant scientific and health economic exchange
- Strong background in building and scaling high-performing teams, including organizational design, talent development, and succession planning
- Experience operating within complex, matrixed organizations with demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive strategic alignment across Medical Affairs, Clinical, Regulatory, and Commercial partners
Technical Skills
- Proven expertise in leading Field Medical organizations, including MSL and HEOR/MVOL teams, across multiple therapeutic areas
- Strong command of Medical Affairs strategy, including field engagement models, insight generation, and evidence-based scientific exchange
- Advanced knowledge of health economics, outcomes research (HEOR), and value-based healthcare principles
- Ability to translate medical and HEOR strategies into operational plans, KPIs, and measurable field execution frameworks
- Experience with data analytics, insight platforms, and systems to capture, synthesize, and operationalize field-generated insights Deep understanding of compliance frameworks, including FDA regulations, industry guidelines, and non-promotional engagement standards
- Exceptional cross-functional leadership and matrix collaboration skills across Clinical Development, Regulatory, Legal, and Commercial interfaces
- Proficient in MS Office Suite and Veeva.
Non-Technical Skills
Strong management skills with demonstrated ability to plan for resourcing needs, set goals and objectives, establish and recalibrate priorities, provide feedback and appraise work. Ability to regularly assess individual’s skills, talents and career interests to ensure talent development. Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, meet deadlines, make decisions, and change course of action quickly. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. A strong work ethic is required. Detail-oriented and excellent follow-through. Has the ability to flex and deal with ambiguity in a dynamic, fast-paced, high-growth environment. Has a passion for personal learning and development to be able to grow with the company. Cultural sensitivity and ability to develop consensus within a multinational organization.
Physical Demands; Normal office environment with prolonged sitting and extensive computer work. Ability to drive or fly to meetings.
Working Conditions: Requires up to 50% domestic and international travel, including some weekend commitments.
The anticipated salary for this position will be $256,800 to $332,300. The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs.
The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:
- 401K with company match
- Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
- Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
- Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
- HSA & FSA Programs
- Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Concierge Services
- Long Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Awards
The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.
KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions
It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.
When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected and stored by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. (“Controller”), which is located at 510 Carnegie Center Dr. Princeton, NJ 08540 USA and can be contacted by emailing kkus.talentacquisition.8h@kyowakirin.com. Controller’s data protection officer can be contacted at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller’s recruitment related activities, which include setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results thereto, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for employment.
Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller’s behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. The transfer will be made using appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses approved by regulators for transfers of personal data outside the European Union.
Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment. Under the GDPR, if you are located in the European Union, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have the right to data portability, and to lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. If you have any questions about our use of your data, you may contact us by email at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com.
Recruitment & Staffing Agencies
Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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