Medical Science Liaison- Immunology

Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals is a commercial‑stage biopharmaceutical company developing and commercializing novel therapies for diseases with unmet need, with a focus on cardiovascular indications. With deep expertise in immunology and inflammation, Kiniksa is advancing a growing portfolio of approved and investigational medicines, anchored by its lead product, ARCALYST®, the first and only FDA‑approved therapy for recurrent pericarditis. Grounded in rigorous science and bold innovation, the company fosters a highly collaborative, patient‑first culture led by accomplished life sciences leaders. At Kiniksa, talented individuals are trusted and empowered to make a real impact—shaping the future of medicine while improving the lives of patients who need it most. Reporting to the Senior Director, Field Medical Affairs the Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is responsible for developing and maintaining professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders to provide rigorous medical and scientific support of Kiniksa Pharmaceutical’s clinical development and pipeline programs. MSL/MSL is a field-based position of Medical Affairs that serves as a medical expert to establish long-term relationships and rapport with the medical and scientific community within a specific geography. The MSL adheres to the company’s (and applicable regulatory) guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Develops and executes a territory strategic and tactical plan aligned with Kiniksa’s medical and scientific needs

Identify, cultivate, and maintain quality relationships with key Thought Leaders and stakeholders nationally and regionally to increase scientific and clinical knowledge of products to maximize MSL team impact and to drive disease awareness, and, if applicable, product acceptance

Support commercial and headquarter integration with targeted thought leaders by facilitating collaboration aligned with Kiniksa’s mission, strategy and objectives through one-on-one interactions, small group discussions, and presentations

Drives ongoing clinical trial execution at study sites in collaboration with Clinical Research and Development, Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs and Program Management including, but not limited to, site identification, evaluation and training, recruitment, and participation at Investigator’s Meetings

Documents and communicates medical insights from the field to internal stakeholders on a continuous basis

Establishes role as a reliable, trusted, resource of accurate, up-to-date, medical, and scientific knowledge

Builds and maintains technical and clinical expertise across therapeutic areas to enable deep scientific discourse externally. This includes a focus on continuous coordination and collaboration with Kiniksa’s research and development team

Serves as a primary scientific resource for staffing at scientific congress, discussions at advisory boards and training of internal colleagues

Partner cross-functionally with other key members of the Kiniksa team to optimize product strategy alignment and provide medical input to interdepartmental projects as well as clinical education to internal teams when necessary

Plan and attend select national and regional scientific meetings in the cardiology and rheumatology space as well as prepare a summary of key findings from these meetings Responsible for accurate (internally approved) and timely responses to unsolicited requests for medical information in the field from healthcare professionals

Complies with applicable internal and external guidelines, policies, and procedures

Documents field activities accurately and in a timely fashion

Relationship Development: Demonstrate ability to identify key HCPs and emerging experts and build long-term scientific relationships

Strong Scientific and Clinical acumen: Ability to understand, interpret and stay current on complex clinical and scientific data

Excellent scientific communication and presentation skills: Should be able to prioritize meaningful clinical and scientific discussions and ability to gather and share actionable insights

Must be able to cover all parts of territory prioritizing key states and HCPs.

MD, PharmD, PhD, DO, NP, PA, MS-CGC or other advanced scientific degree plus 3+ years relevant industry, field medical or clinical experience required (preferably inclusive of 1- 3+ years MSL experience)

Must possess excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate scientific and medical information to diverse audiences

Strong commitment to compliance and ethical standards

Must exhibit characteristics that exemplify drive, passion and focus that will translate into significant contributions towards building a global generational company

Ability to travel up to 75% of the time (primarily in the assigned territory) including weekends and overnights as needed

Compensation decisions are based on objective criteria including role responsibilities, experience/qualifications, internal equity, geographic location, and external market benchmarks.

Kiniksa is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, age, genetics, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status, or any other legally protected category. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.