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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 Associate Director, Medical Strategy and Communication will serve as a key leader within the NA Medical Affairs team and work with our alliance partner to help develop and shape medical strategy for rocatinlimab, a novel product in development for atopic dermatitis (AD) and other inflammatory diseases. Working closely with the NA Medical Affairs TA Head this role will be responsible for developing and executing key elements of the US medical launch plan for rocatinlimab. The AD, Medical Strategy and Communications will be responsible for analyzing and incorporating medical insights to shape strategic direction, including KOL development and KEE engagement, medical education, evidence generation, scientific communications and omnichannel engagement in partnership with our alliance partners at Amgen. In addition, the AD, Medical Strategy will be responsible for analyzing and communicating insights and program updates to Sr. Leaders, supporting the creation of effective external communication materials, driving strategic projects, and providing operational leadership for various workstreams. The AD/Dir Medical Strategy will contribute to the NA Medical Affairs Strategy team for rocatinlimab and is a delegate for the NA Medical Affairs TA Head to attend internal cross-functional teams, including Global Pubs Planning Committee, Regional Franchise Team, and Promotional/Medical Review Committee. This individual will participate in and represent KKNA medical at related team meetings with Kyowa Kirin alliance partners and will serve as the primary contact with internal and external stakeholders on various projects, including medical launch readiness, KEE engagement, congress strategy and execution, scientific and medical communications and education, and medical operations.

Essential Functions:

Focus on Medical Strategy:

• Codevelop and oversee execution of US medical launch readiness plan to support successful launch in AD.
• With alliance partners, contribute to NA medical strategic and tactical planning for rocatinlimab in collaboration with medical function leads and cross-functional partners.
• Represent Medical Affairs and provide medical input into KKNA Integrated Brand and Financial planning and Global Medical Affairs annual planning processes
• Provide medical strategic input during Product Brand, Franchise or Joint Collaborative team meetings to support launch and LCM.
• Provide continuous input into Global evidence generation and communication strategyto ensure effective communication with diverse stakeholders (e.g., specialists, non-specialists, patients, payers, others)
• Represent KKNA Medical Affairs at major scientific congresses and advisory boards to establish thought leadership in inflammatory disease (focus on allergy and immunology)
• Build and maintain relationships with KEEs and advocacy organizations.
• Liaise with Field Medical to ensure on-going visibility into medical strategy, key priorities, and the impact of field insights
• Collaborate with Global Scientific Lead to provide on-going support for medical onboarding and continuous learning for MSLs; provide cross-functional support for scientific training and on-boarding of non-medical colleagues/partners.

 

Focus on Medical Excellence and Operations:

• Responsible for communicating critical business insights and key program updates to Regional and Global senior leaders through monthly NAEC report, GMA report, Global product report, Amgen Kyowa Kirin Joint Quarterly Global Medical Insights Report, and others
• Act as primary reviewer of scientific publications and medical communication materials; serve as lead Medical reviewer on promotional and/or medical review committee(s) to ensure materials are scientifically accurate, current, consistent and properly substantiated and referenced
• Determine accurate tiering of KOLs in collaboration with Compliance to determine FMV of external consultants based on experience and skill set.
• Collaborate with Medical Operations/Program Managers to provide oversight of vendor-related activities (e.g., selection, contracting, onboarding, day-to-day operation, performance evaluation and improvement).
• Ensure adherence to all applicable SOPs, policies, processes and compliance guidelines.

Job Requirements:

Education

Advanced degree in Health Sciences or related field (MD, PhD, DNP, PharmD) required.

 

Experience

Minimum four (4) years of progressive experience in Medical Affairs within pharmaceutical companies and medical consulting agencies, with a strong focus on immunology. Demonstrated success in field medical operations and product launches, contributing to strategic planning and execution. Proven track record in insights analysis and shaping therapeutic area strategies aligned with business and scientific objectives.

Must possess a deep understanding of pharmaceutical R&D and commercialization processes, with solid knowledge of clinical study principles—including design, conduct, analysis, and reporting. Well-versed in industry standards and guidelines, including those from Pharma and other regulatory bodies, ensuring compliance and excellence in medical communications and strategy.

 

Technical Skills

• Demonstrated Clinical Development Knowledge: ICH-GCP guidelines, clinical trial protocols, regulatory submission processes
• Strong familiarity with with PhRMA, EFPIA, FDA, and EMA regulations
• Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills required.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and work effectively in a constantly changing environment in both an independent and collaborative manner.
• Skilled in strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Adept at conveying complex medical, scientific, and business information to diverse internal and external audiences
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

 

Non-Technical Skills

Strong work ethics are  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.

Working Conditions: Requires up to 30% domestic and international travel

 

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
• 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.

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.

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 Scientist, Discovery Core Function will support Kyowa Kirin’s cell therapy pipeline programs in a highly collaborative environment. This position will play a key role in developing next-generation cell and gene therapy programs by providing support to pipeline projects and evaluating and implementing new technologies.

Essential Functions:

•    Support Cell and Gene Therapy pipeline projects by working with Project Leads to enable gene editing and generate new molecular workflows. 
•    Serve as a Project Lead for technology themed projects if needed
•    Identify, evaluate, and implement new gene editing technologies
•    Contribute scientific and technical knowledge to project and support teams
•    Design, initiate, and optimize molecular, cell based, and analytical methods to support the Research, Technical Operations, and In Vivo Pharmacology teams
•    Maintain compliance with regulatory guidelines and internal standards, and prepare necessary documentation for project reviews (proposals, monthly, quarterly, annual, or study reports), patent applications, publications, and/or animal, biosafety, or human subject protocols.
•    Present research at project meetings and efficiently record experiments and data in laboratory notebooks, databases and monthly reports.

Requirements:

Education

BS required, MA/MS preferred in a related scientific discipline. Knowledge and background in Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, Immunology, Hematology-Oncology is a plus.

Experience

8 years of hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of cell and gene therapy techniques and gene editing is required. 

Extensive experience in gene editing technologies, including CRISPR, base editing, prime editing, or transposase/recombinase-based editing is required. 

Strong background in molecular biology, with practical experience in NGS, molecular analytical development, gene editing design, and molecular cloning.
 
Expertise in cell culture methodologies, development, and characterization of cell therapy products including HSCs, iPSCs, and/or CAR-T cells. 

Extensive experience in the molecular characterization of cell therapies, with a strong preference for expertise in NGS. 

Familiarity with CAR design, engineering, screening, and assay development is highly desirable. Experience in developing high-throughput screening platforms for cells, proteins, or antibodies is preferred. 

Background in antibody/protein engineering, protein production, and purification is highly preferred. 
Experience in virus production, transduction, and analytics is a valuable plus.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of industry standard gene editing techniques and analytics including CRISPR, guide RNA design and screens, indel analysis, knock-out and knock-in analysis, NGS, ddPCR. 

Solid understanding of cellular, molecular, and immunological techniques including cloning, ELISA, multi-color flow cytometry, in vitro functional assays, cell based assays, reporter assays. 

Experience in cell engineering processes including knowledge of cell line generation workflows and experience developing therapeutic engineered cells such as CAR-T.

Expertise in cell culture techniques including culture of primary cells, iPSCs, HSCs, and cell lines from multiple species and cell manipulation techniques including transfection, nucleofection, and transduction.
 
Experience with cell characterization including multicolor flow cytometry, FACS, MACS, and single cell isolation techniques. 

Experience in antibody or protein production, purification, and analysis is a plus. 

Proficient in MS Office Suite.

The anticipated salary for this position will be $120,000 to $125,000.  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 matching
•    Discretionary Profit Sharing
•    Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
•    Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes a Summer and Winter Shut-Down, 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 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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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.

We are currently seeking a student intern to join our team. The intern will work closely with the Clinical Operations department in the areas of Trial Execution. This role is a paid, hybrid role with some preferred in-office time. Oversight of the role will be managed by subject matter experts within the Clinical Operations Team.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Working with the Clinical Operations team on assigned tasks such as:
  • eTMF and Document Management
    • Perform quality control checks on electronic Trial Master Files
    • Assist in compiling and reviewing essential document packets required to activate new clinical sites
    • Classify and tag uncategorized documents for audit preparedness
    • Provide support and become a key point of contact for contract and budget tracking related activities
  • Site Management and Monitoring Support
    • Assist the clinical trial execution team in monitoring trip report review
    • Assess site and master level Informed Consent documents to ensure compliance with company SOPs
    • Provide team assistance related to assigned Corrective Action Plans activities
  • Process Improvement and Departmental Initiatives
    • Optimize, maintain, and innovate trackers and tools utilized by the clinical operations team
    • Collate documents related to SOPs and training
    • Support ongoing initiatives to gather historical information on study specifics to develop a comprehensive and accurate database
  • Develop an understanding and knowledge of GCP and industry clinical operations standards
  • Preparation of department minutes
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders as needed

The anticipated hourly rate for this position will be $20.00 to $25.00 per hour.  The actual hourly rate 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.

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.

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 Pharmacology will serve as the Clinical
Pharmacology representative and subject matter expert (SME) on 
internal development project teams, responsible for the clinical
pharmacology profiling of small molecule and biologic drugs in 
therapeutic areas that include oncology, nephrology, and/or 
immunology. The Director, Clinical Pharmacology will be 
accountable for the design and implementation of the clinical 
pharmacology plans using traditional and model informed drug 
development (MIDD) approaches that will be used to help 
facilitate and accelerate drug development. The Director, Clinical 
Pharmacology will play a pivotal role in the design, planning, execution, and interpretation of clinical pharmacology studies 
conducted in early, full and life cycle management phases of 
clinical development. The Director, Clinical Pharmacology will 
provide input to all applicable clinical development plans, 
protocols, and clinical study reports. The Director, Clinical 
Pharmacology will be responsible for the preparation of the 
clinical pharmacology components of regulatory submissions and 
will represent Clinical Pharmacology at meetings with health 
authorities. The Director, Clinical Pharmacology will also help 
develop and implement processes to improve conduct and
management of activities in Clinical Pharmacology group.

Essential Functions:

•    Serve as the clinical pharmacology SME on cross-functional clinical and study teams for development projects
•    Responsible for development, planning and execution of clinical pharmacology strategies to support drug development across all phases including life cycle management and global regulatory registrations
•    Responsible for designing, coordinating, analyzing, and interpreting clinical pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic studies.
•    Responsible for the preparation of biopharmaceutics and clinical pharmacology summaries of regulatory submissions.
•    Maintain a thorough understanding of regulatory expectations and represent the function at the meetings with regulatory authorities
•    Establish processes and capabilities for effective implementation of clinical pharmacology and pharmacometrics strategies for various small molecule/biologics programs at clinical stages
•    Collaborate effectively within Global Clinical Pharmacology and cross-functionally within Global Development on project teams to help make data informed development decisions.
•    Mentor Clinical Pharmacology Leads and other cross-functional partners in a matrix environment to increase organizational knowledge in MIDD and clinical pharmacology concepts
•    Based on skill and experience, manage Clinical Pharmacology Leads, ensuring their professional growth and successful delivery of clinical pharmacology objectives to development teams 
•    Present and author scientific publications, sharing insights and research outcomes with the broader scientific community.

Requirements:

Education
PhD preferred, or MS or PharmD with specialty training in Clinical Pharmacology/Pharmacometrics or research fellowship

Experience
•    Minimum 7 years of pharmaceutical industry experience gained in Clinical Pharmacology 
•    Knowledge and experience in the application of MIDD, including the development of clinical pharmacology plans that can influence drug development.
•    Knowledge of the current practices in the areas of clinical pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, and/or drug metabolism.
•    Experience of working on the development of small molecules and/or large molecule biologics.
•    Experience in working across the drug development spectrum; experience working on medicines during post-marketing life cycle management is a plus.
•    Experience in development and writing of regulatory communications, including summary documents, and query responses
•    Experience of working collaboratively with cross-functional partners on project teams, enabling data driven drug development decisions 
•    Experience mentoring and managing directly or in a matrix environment is a plus
•    Experience working at a Japanese based pharmaceutical company a plus 

Technical Skills
Proficient in MS Office Suite.

Proficiency in using pharmacokinetic/pharmacometric software tools including NONMEM, r, Phoenix WinNonLin, NMLE, and/or SAS

Hands-on analyses and the application of current practices in the areas of clinical pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, and/or pharmacometrics to guide drug development decisions

Working Conditions:
Requires up to 10% domestic and international travel

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.

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.

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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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:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced  Head of Cybersecurity, North America & Global SOC Leader to join our Global Information Security Team This role will serve as the senior security leader for the North America region while also leading our global Security Operations Center (SOC). The ideal candidate will be both a strategic thinker and a hands-on leader, capable of driving regional execution of global security initiatives while building a strong, unified cyber defense posture across the enterprise. This is a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role protecting intellectual property, ensuring regulatory compliance, and safeguarding patient trust. 

Essential Functions:

•    Lead the North America Cybersecurity function, managing a team of specialists across governance, application assurance, cloud security, architecture, cyber defense, and OT/ICS security.
•    Lead, motivate and inspire a team and promote a positive and inclusive culture
•    Team leadership and ability to work across regions for operational excellence
•    Ensure regional execution of global security programs while tailoring implementation to local regulatory and business needs.
•    Act as the primary cybersecurity advisor for North American executives, providing risk insights, metrics, and updates on the regional threat landscape.
•    Partner with ICT, Legal, Compliance, Quality, and Manufacturing to ensure compliance with HIPAA, FDA, GxP, and other regulatory requirements.
•    Oversee incident response, risk management, and audit readiness for North America operations, including R&D labs, manufacturing plants, and commercial functions.
•    Serve as the Global SOC Leader, directing strategy and execution of monitoring, detection, and incident response across IT, OT, and cloud environments.
•    Drive consistency across global SOC operations — including playbooks, escalation models, detection engineering, and threat intelligence integration.
•    Act as executive incident commander during critical global incidents, ensuring timely communication and coordination with executives, regulators, and partners.
•    Continuously enhance global SOC capabilities, leveraging automation, advanced analytics, and intelligence to stay ahead of evolving threats.
•    Partner with the Global CISO to shape and execute the long-term cybersecurity strategy.
•    Represent North America in the global security leadership team, ensuring local priorities and lessons learned inform global decision-making.
•    Collaborate with other regional leads to harmonize processes, strengthen resilience, and drive continuous improvement across the global security program.
•    Optimize vendor and managed service partnerships to deliver cost-effective, scalable, and innovative security solutions.
•    Promote a security-first culture by engaging business leaders and employees at all levels, positioning cybersecurity as a key business enabler.

Requirements:

Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or related field required; Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Business Administration, or related discipline preferred.

Experience
At least 12 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles managing regional or global teams: Strong background in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences sector, with proven ability to address regulatory requirements such as HIPAA, GxP, and 21 CFR Part 11: Demonstrated expertise in SOC leadership, incident response, threat intelligence, cloud security, and OT/ICS security.

Technical Skills:
•    Expertise in Security Operations, Incident Response, and Threat Intelligence, including SOC leadership, detection engineering, and response coordination across IT, OT, and cloud environments.
•    Strong background in Cloud and Infrastructure Security (AWS, Azure, GCP), Identity and Access Management (IAM), and Zero Trust architectures.
•    Proficiency in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and regulatory standards including HIPAA, GxP, and 21 CFR Part 11.
•    Experience with OT/ICS security in manufacturing and laboratory environments, ensuring network segmentation and operational resilience.
•    Skilled in security technologies and platforms (SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, vulnerability management, and endpoint protection).
Certifications:
Required: CISSP, CISM, or equivalent
Preferred: CRISC, CISA, CCSK/CCSP, GICSP, or other advanced cloud, risk, or OT certifications.

Working Conditions:

Requires up to 10% domestic and international travel

The anticipated salary for this position will be $225,000 to $245,000.  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.

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.

#LI-TT1 #Hybrid #Princeton

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 position of Director, Forecasting will be a critical business partner with the brand and senior leadership for developing forecasts, profiling opportunities/risks, and identifying strategies for how to manage performance.  Specifically, this role will develop and lead a forecast process to support short-term and long-term business planning and latest estimate changes to brands in the inflammation franchise and other brands as appropriate. This individual will partner and collaborate with every function including but not limited to Marketing, Sales, Market Access, Market Research, Commercial Analytics, Sales Operations, and Finance. This leader will have the opportunity to define and execute forecasting capabilities for a dynamic, growing company, and will impact the success and strategy of the franchise and the company overall.

This person must have experience presenting to executives and be comfortable with operating in a fast-paced “start-up” environment. The Director, Forecasting should have demonstrated ability managing multiple projects and delivering quality and accurate results in a timely manner.  Experience in—or strong knowledge of—one or more relevant therapy/disease areas (inflammation, immunology, dermatology, atopic dermatitis, asthma) is preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the forecasting process and capabilities for the Region North American (NA) business across pre-launch and in-line products in the inflammation franchise Support the forecasting process for other brands as needed.
• Ownership of short-term and long-term forecasts for commercialized and pipe-line products.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders (Finance, Marketing, Sales, Sales Operations) to determine planning and product valuations.
• Deliver objective forecasts for Region NA brands with profiling of opportunities/risks and proactive identification of strategies for how to manage them.
• Collaborate across Region NA Commercial teams as well as the Global Forecasting and Analytics teams and co-promote partners to develop key assumptions and scenario planning.
• Manage fact-based approaches and processes as inputs to forecasting, such as epidemiology, brand share estimation, market access, and competitive impacts.
• Support forecasting input needs for Field Incentive Compensation planning.
• Track forecast accuracy and brand performance against key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Define and implement robust forecasting standards and processes aligned with the business planning process.
• Provide ad hoc analysis to Marketing and Senior Management as requested.
• Have the ability to lead and influence stakeholders based on objective evidence, including epidemiological data, claims data, drug demand audit data, and other sources.
• Perform analog analysis (identification, assessment and application) to inform and/or justify the reasonableness of forecasts.
• Role will also be responsible for ensuring competitive market events are formally and proactively identified, tracked, and assessed on a timely basis. Keep abreast of news that could impact forecast drivers e.g. industry and competitive intelligence.
• Be an integral part of the business planning process with stakeholders. Participate as a subject matter expert (SME) for Forecasting by challenging assumptions and identifying key risks and opportunities
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate sources for forecast model inputs, including epidemiology sources, prescription and prescriber databases, primary and secondary research, and scientific literature
• Contribute to the annual strategic plan for each franchise
• Guide the design of market research studies to validate forecast assumptions and patient populations.

• Collaborate with HEOR and Commercial Analytics to determine secondary data needs to inform internal company guidance
• Competent in data analytics--including summarizing data from a data warehouse–relevant to the forecast
• Ensure forecasts address the impact of critical events, are logically designed and well documented in the forecast model, and represent consensus decision-making among key stakeholders
• Provide strategic commercial advice and counsel as related to overall scope.

Position Requirements:

Education

• BS degree required, preferably in a Business or STEM (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics) subject area. Advanced degree such as MBA or Masters/PhD in a STEM area preferred

Experience

• 8+ years of relevant experience in a forecasting function in a pharmaceutical/biotech company or consulting firm.
• Experience in regular communication with—and formal presentation to—senior leaders

• Experience in the Pharmaceutical/Biotech/Life Sciences field(s) required. A high degree of understanding of the pharmaceutical supply chain, including manufacturers, wholesalers, chains, and payers.
• Experience supporting and/or forecasting brands in the therapy areas of immunology and/or dermatology—and diseases atopic dermatitis, prurigo nodularis, and/or asthma—is preferred.
• Experience forecasting co-promoted brands—and aligning assumptions within and across companies—is preferred.
• Experience with pharmaceutical data sources, such as IQVIA (NSP, NPA, Xponent, LAAD), Symphony, Komodo, and/or Veeva Compass.
• Experience with epidemiology data sources.
• Expertise in market research is a plus.
• Experience working with all levels of management and consulting with key business stakeholders.
• Strong team player that has a customer service approach and is solution-oriented.
• Strong work ethic to handle ad hoc requests to deliver accurate and meaningful results on a tight deadline.
• Process high resilience and agility as well as a keen analytical mindset and curiosity.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work individually, within a multi-disciplinary team, as well as with external partners and vendors.
• Excellent written and verbal (including listening) communication skills, problem-solving/resolution skills, and customer focus.
• Experience with forecasting software (Forecast Pro, Crystal Ball, @Risk, FlexiCast) a plus.

• Demonstrated ability to lead strategically, drive performance, build alignment, inform, and negotiate. This candidate will also have demonstrated initiative, creativity, and ability to work in complex, rapidly changing & ambiguous environments.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders; Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills are required and are able to design the presentation deck to present complexity in a succinct and meaningful way.

Physical Demands: Normal office environment with prolonged sitting and extensive computer work.

Working Conditions: Requires 5% domestic and international travel

The anticipated salary for this position will be $199,800 to $250,900.  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.

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.

#LI-JC1

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:

Let’s work together to make people smile in this vital role to shape the US launch of Rocatinlimab, an anti-OX40 human monoclonal antibody being investigated in partnership with Amgen for the treatment of atopic dermatitis, asthma, prurigo nodularis, and other inflammatory diseases.

The Director, HCP Inflammation Marketing will lead and influence a cross-functional team to rapidly advance the pipeline of inflammation products.  They are responsible for the development and implementation of product strategy and promotional plans designed to achieve US sales objectives. Internally and in collaboration with alliance partners, they will work in cross-functional matrix teams, manage external agencies and ensure the alignment of stakeholders to meet goals.

This is a pivotal launch role requiring extensive collaboration in an alliance setting, effective communication and planning skills, and innovative problem-solving capabilities. It also requires broad experience in the inflammation marketing space, launch leadership experience, biologics/ specialty pharmacy operations and strong scientific acumen.

Essential Functions:

Leads the collaborative planning, alignment, approval and execution of HCP marketing strategies and tactics designed to drive US performance.

Works to create the US commercial plan for the pipeline of inflammation products with cross-functional and alliance partners. Effective execution of a full complement of strategically driven HCP programs through positive, productive and collaborative relationships with alliance partners and external agency partners. 

Drives alignment with strategic objectives and brand communications across the organization (Sales, Training, Marketing, business Insights & Analytics, Market Access, Patient Services, Legal, Medical, Supply, Public Affairs, etc.).

Ensures key promotional programs are managed effectively achieving KPIs on time and on budget.

Facilitates a smooth running and compliant PRC process in concert with the PRC team and partner agencies.

Liaises with Sales Management and contributes significantly to selling strategy development, training and targeting

Utilizes Field Advisory Teams to collect input on tactics, performance, opportunities and challenges, as well as test materials

Ensures smooth and effective execution of POA and rollout of training and promotional initiatives

Partners with business analytics team on market research projects to gain actionable insights and measure performance

Job Requirements:

Education

Bachelor’s degree required

MBA preferred

Experience

Minimum 6 years HCP pharmaceutical marketing in inflammatory disease (Dermatology or Allergy) in both traditional and digital marketing in the complex biologics space

Recent launch experience

Successful experience within a highly collaborative alliance environment

Outstanding leadership, project management and presentation skills

Experience in dermatology and/or allergy preferred

Sales, Sales management, managed care or market research experience a plus

 

Technical Skills

Proficient in MS Office Suite.

 

Non-Technical Skills

Highly motivated and great attention to detail. Strong ability to work under tight timelines and complex/changing situations.   Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills, innovative problem solving and intellectual curiosity. 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. Pure passion for the patients you serve and joy in the people you work with.

Physical Demands: Normal office environment with prolonged sitting and extensive computer work

Hybrid position requiring a minimum of 2 days/week in the Princeton Home Office

May require work outside of normal business hours due to West Coast based alliance partner and Internationally based Global team

Working Conditions: Requires up to 40% domestic and international travel

 

The anticipated salary for this position will be $185,800 to $242,600.  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
• Discretionary Profit Sharing
• 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 Incentives
• 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.

#LI-JC1

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 Employee Communications Specialist III plays a hands-on role in delivering internal and external communications at Kyowa Kirin’s first North American manufacturing site in Sanford, NC. 

This position sits on our Site Leadership Team and focuses on executing high-quality, brand-aligned messaging that enhances employee experience, supports culture-building, and promotes the company’s reputation. Responsibilities include planning and delivering employee events, coordinating onboarding and leadership communications, managing visual content and presentations, and ensuring a professional experience for internal and external guests. The role also includes organizing community engagement activities, supporting media relations, and maintaining communication tools and assets. Working closely with HR, site leadership, and the North America Communications team, the Specialist ensures consistent, timely, and impactful communications across all channels.

As an individual contributor, you will embody compassionate, people-centric leadership to guide and support our team. You will collaborate closely with others, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment while driving team development. Your work will reflect the organization’s values and integrity in all your actions. Utilizing situational leadership and emotional intelligence, you will align diverse viewpoints, manage stakeholders, and make empathetic decisions to address individual and team needs effectively. You will also be results-oriented, ensuring that your team not only adapts to challenges but also delivers measurable outcomes that align with business objectives. Additionally, you will help teams navigate through change and uncertainty with resilience and clarity, enabling them to adapt to fast-evolving, rapidly scaling environments and meet new challenges in the biotech industry with a patient-focused mindset.

Direct line to Corp Comms and dotted line to Site Lead

Technical Skills, Knowledge, and Experience 

Employee Experience & Culture
•    Plan and execute site-level events that celebrate milestones and foster engagement, including year-end recognition, team-building, and cultural celebrations aligned with Kyowa Kirin North America initiatives.
•    Coordinate onboarding communications, including timely, visually engaging new hire announcements with photos and bios.
•    Maintain a calendar of employee-focused moments to promote visibility and participation.
•    Develop and publish content showcasing employee stories, team accomplishments, and purpose-driven work across newsletters, digital screens, and internal/external platforms.
•    Capture and share key moments through photography and short-form storytelling.
•    Partner with HR and site leadership to implement inclusive, locally relevant programs that reflect Kyowa Kirin’s Kabegoe principles and global initiatives.

Internal Communications & Presentation Support
•    Draft and distribute clear, timely internal communications aligned with Kyowa Kirin’s brand voice.
•    Prepare and refine presentation decks, talking points, and speeches for leadership meetings, town halls, and executive visits.
•    Translate complex information into visually engaging slides and infographics using approved templates.
•    Standardize formats for site communications and presentations to ensure consistency and brand alignment.
•    Train employees and leaders on communication templates and visual best practices.
•    Review and edit communications for tone, clarity, and professionalism.
•    Cascade messaging from leadership initiatives and team-building sessions to employees.
•    Coordinate communications for key programs such as exchange assignments, secondments, and expat transitions.
•    Ensure all communications comply with internal policies and external regulatory guidelines.

Guest Relations & Event Coordination
•    Manage logistics and communications for VIP visits, including signage, agendas, branded materials, and hospitality.
•    Prepare guest-facing materials such as presentation decks and site packets.
•    Ensure a professional, brand-aligned experience through well-organized events.
•    Collaborate with site teams on room setups, catering, signage, and photography.
•    Capture and share highlights from guest visits across communication channels.

Community & External Engagement
•    Represent Kyowa Kirin at local events, school partnerships, and workforce development programs.
•    Organize volunteer activities and build relationships with community organizations.
•    Coordinate with media outlets to share site news and achievements.
•    Monitor local and industry news to support regional reputation.
•    Create and submit multimedia content for Kyowa Kirin’s corporate channels.
•    Maintain a localized editorial calendar in collaboration with Corporate Communications.
•    Manage a digital media library of photos, videos, and branded assets.
•    Maintain vendor contacts for communications-related services.
•    Archive communications materials for future use.
•    Support emergency and crisis communications in coordination with site and corporate teams.

Education
•    Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant field such as Communications, Organizational Development, Human Resources, Business, Marketing, Psychology, Public Relations, Public Administration, or Talent Management.
•    Master’s degree preferred, particularly in disciplines related to organizational culture, strategic communications, or employee experience.

Experience
•    Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in employee experience, employee engagement, internal communications, talent branding, HR, or project/program management.
•    Proven ability to communicate clearly, coordinate cross-functional activities, and collaborate effectively across diverse teams.
•    Demonstrated success working directly with senior leaders, managing competing priorities, and delivering high-impact, high-quality outcomes.
•    Strong interest in organizational culture, leadership messaging, and employee experience, with a growth mindset and alignment to a values-driven environment.
•    High level of discretion and sound judgment, especially when handling sensitive or confidential matters.
•    Experience in dynamic, high-complexity environments; biotech, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing startup experience is a strong plus.
•    Cultural awareness and ability to work effectively across global teams, including North America, Japan, and other international partners.

Technical Skills
•    Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with photography, videography, social media, and editing tools is preferred.
•    Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft executive-level messaging and compelling storytelling content.
•    Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills; proactive in anticipating needs and driving follow-through.
•    Professional presence and confidence when engaging with executives, vendors, and employees at all levels.
•    Ability to manage multiple projects independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
•    Experience in internal and external coordination, stakeholder engagement, and program management.
•    Proven event planning experience, including all-employee meetings, leadership forums, site-wide events, and VIP visits.

Non-Technical Skills
Results-oriented and able to navigate ambiguity, you set clear outcomes, track progress, follow through on commitments, and ensure your 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.

Initially working on a construction site and ultimately in a biotech manufacturing site in Sanford, NC.

Work is 100% on-site.  This is not a hybrid or remote role.  

Requires up to 10% domestic and limited international travel. 

The anticipated salary for this position will be $89,300 to $116,600.  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
• Discretionary Profit Sharing
• 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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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.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Coordinator, Human Resources to join our Human Resources team. This entry-level role offers an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure across multiple HR functions, including data management, reporting, process coordination, and employee experience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical aptitude, discretion, and a proactive mindset while supporting key HR operations and initiatives.

Job Responsibilities:

Data Entry & Maintenance
•    Input and update candidate information in Greenhouse.
•    Assist in assigning training for new and current employees in Training Flow and Citation.
•    Creates annual report from ATS platform listing candidates in support of AAP filing. 

Facilities
•    Serves as the primary liaison with the landlord, facilitating communication and coordination on property-related maintenance matters. Serves as backup for entering facilities service requests into landlord’s system.
•    Assists with the employee badging process, including coordination of badge issuance, replacement, and access permissions in collaboration with front desk security.
•    Responsible for managing the records retention process, including coordinating the transfer of records to offsite storage, handling retrieval requests, and ensuring the compliant disposal of records in accordance with company policies. Serves as the primary liaison with records retention vendors.

Reporting & Metrics Support
•    Responsible for maintaining organizational structure charts in Lucid (online platform).
•    Support data collection and analysis for talent acquisition, employee relations, and learning & development.

Administrative Support & Support for Total Rewards/HR Ops
•    Help with scheduling, meeting coordination, and document preparation.
•    Support billing and benefit plan invoice audit and processing, PR entry, and other transactional tasks in systems like D365-Stella and Quickbase.
•    Generate letters as needed and proofread communications for accuracy. 
•    Create content for compensation and benefit programs and support with benefit portal updates.
•    Prepare and fund RRSP for Canadian employees.
•    Assist with coordinating program logistics - room reservations, technology setup, supply ordering, onsite catering needs 
•    Assist with HR communication campaigns, i.e., emails, Sharepoint/newsletters, resources such as toolkits (helpful if candidate is knowledgeable in Canva, MS Office Suite, Camtasia).
•    Assist with various mailings, including expat tax returns.

Process Coordination
•    Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes.
•    Help manage internal workflows related to SOWs, contracting, and compliance documentation.

Employee Relations & Investigations Support
•    Provide logistical support for investigations (e.g., organizing interviews, compiling documentation).
•    Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information.

Performance Management:
•    Support in helping to shepherd the process in partnership with the HR Business Partners.
•    Assist with employee communication and process coordination.

Qualifications:

Education
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

Experience
At least 1–3 years of experience in an HR support or administrative role; Strong understanding of HR principles and practices

Non-Technical Skills:
•    Attention to Detail: Accuracy in data entry and documentation is critical.
•    Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
•    Communication: Clear and professional written and verbal communication.
•    Team Collaboration: Works well across HR functions and with cross-functional partners (e.g., IT, Legal, Finance).
•    Discretion & Integrity: Handles confidential information with care and professionalism.
•    Initiative: Proactively identify areas for support and improvements

Technical Skills
•    Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel PowerPoint, and Outlook).
•    Data analysis skills a plus
•    LMS experience a plus

Other

Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, meet deadlines, make decisions, and change course of action quickly. Strong work ethic and integrity 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.

The anticipated hourly rate for this position will be $28.00 to $30.00 per hour.  The actual hourly rate 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.

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.