Director, Medical Affairs Jobs

Who We Are
Kinnate Biopharma Inc. is a clinical-stage precision oncology company focused on expanding on the promise of targeted therapies for those battling cancer.
The company is developing medicines for known oncogenic drivers where there are no approved targeted drugs and to overcome the limitations of marketed cancer therapies, such as non-responsiveness or acquired and intrinsic resistance.
Kinnate has two lead clinical programs being studied in solid tumors with RAF, NRAS and FGFR-driven alterations, and is rapidly progressing a pipeline of additional small molecule drug candidates as part of the Kinnate Discovery Engine.
The company is driven by the urgency and knowledge that patients are waiting for new, effective cancer medicines. Come join us to help improve lives.
For more information, visit www.kinnate.com and follow us on LinkedIn .
Your Impact At Kinnate
This position reports to and works in cooperation with the Vice President, Head of Medical Affairs. The role is responsible for support of the overall medical plan, strategy and tactics associated with the medical objectives.The position requires a solid understanding and experience with biomarker-led, precision oncology development, the diagnostic lab marketplace and creation/dissemination of complex scientific messaging.
The successful candidate will function as a scientific and medical resource for the Medical Affairs department, as well as to cross functional partners.The role will work collaboratively with the Medical Affairs team for execution of the medical affairs plan.The role will serve as an externally facing expert and will interface with external key opinion leaders, partners (patient advocacy, medical education organizations), and physicians in the community to discuss the current landscape, biomarker testing, awareness of emerging therapies and targets.The role will be instrumental in the execution of the overall medical affairs operations such as global publications, medical education, scientific communications, key opinion leader engagements, congress coverage, patient advocacy and other partnerships.The role will provide input to diagnostic and therapeutic strategy and support execution of the strategy for Kinnate molecules.
The Director, Medical Affairs will be responsible for working with key stakeholders to execute the medical affairs plan, including clinical development/operations, corporate communications and various cross functional team members. The role will utilize expert medical/scientific knowledge in precision oncology to support the development of product strategies.The role will liaise with external stakeholders to solicit feedback and strengthen the reputation of Kinnate Biopharma in the disease state community and as a leader in precision medicine and novel approaches to patient identification, enrollment and biomarker led development.
Key Responsibilities And Activities
Supports the overall Medical Affairs strategy, operations and initiatives with a focus on execution of global publications, scientific communications, medical education, patient advocacy, advisory boards, congress coverage/planning.

• Additional responsibilities as assigned.
• In conjunction with the Vice President, Head of Medical Affairs and cross functional members, collaborates in the development and execution of a KOL engagement plan.
• Partners with internal stakeholders in the creation, development and ongoing updates to the medical strategy/scientific narrative.Ensures initiatives and plans are aligned with those of the larger organization.
• Develops and manages relationships with global and national level thought leaders, institutions, and partner organizations.Interacts and facilitates relationships with external societies, organizations, advocacy groups and alliance/diagnostic partner engagements.Engages in appropriate scientific exchange.
• Serves as a medical leader and subject matter expert contributing medical, scientific, and strategic insights that support the development and execution of integrated medical strategy.

Required Skills and Qualifications:
Oncology experience required with 5 plus years relevant work experience (medical/scientific) within the biopharmaceutical industry.MD, PhD or PharmD highly desirable.
Current precision oncology experience required. Tumor type expertise in lung, melanoma, GI, GU, cholangiocarcinoma desired, and/or biomarker led development experience as well as existing KOL relationships.MSL and/or clinical oncology experience desirable.
Ideal experience to include medical affairs strategy including current or prior experience with publications, medical education, patient advocacy and scientific communications.
Strong interpersonal, organizational and communications skills.Proficient with evaluating and reporting complex scientific and clinical data and translating them into simple messages.Ability to critically review current literature, providing relevance to products/markets.
Display medical and scientific acumen and communicative abilities to effectively engage with thought leaders, co-workers/ medical affairs, research and development, corporate communications, management and other key internal and external stakeholders.Ability to gain respect and influence and to build lasting relationships with internal colleagues as well as external key opinion leaders within the community.
Proven experience in emerging biotech.Flexible and able to adapt to company growth and evolving responsibilities.Self-directed and proactive individual with ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, dynamic environment with high performing colleagues, whether leading the group or as an individual contributor.
Pre-launch and launch preparation experience and experience launching the first compound for a company are desirable.
Ability to think innovatively about medical affairs strategy and accurately anticipate future consequences and trends.
Mental agility to handle a broad scope and multiple different types of activities.Ability to independently problem solve and make recommendations for solutions.

• Proven track record of fostering teamwork, leading cross-functional teams, planning and organizational ability, timely decision making and results orientation in meeting objectives.
• Demonstrated understanding of relevant connections and integration points between Medical Affairs and stakeholders across all R&D functions.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully operate both strategically and tactically

Non-standard Work Schedule, Travel or Environmental Requirements:

• 25-50% of domestic and international travel will be required to attend key internal and relevant professional meetings.

We offer a competitive total rewards package that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. The salary reasonably expected to be paid for this role is $206,400 - $229,740 – salary range could change depending on where candidate is based. The actual compensation and seniority level for this position will be determined based on the candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. This position is eligible for an annual cash bonus and equity awards. Our employees are also eligible to receive other benefits including:

• Employee stock purchase program
• Free local gym memberships
• Wide variety of comprehensive health, dental, and vision packages – most with minimal to no out-of-pocket expenses for employees
• Healthy Lifestyle Reimbursement Program
• Annual Massage Days
• Company contribution to 401k plan
• Home Office Reimbursement Program
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• 11 Company Paid Holidays - plus 2 annual paid “Refresher Days”

Kinnate is proud to be responsible members of our communities. Subject to applicable law, we require all our employees to be fully vaccinated and boosted against the COVID-19 virus. Therefore, all applicants seeking a role located in the U.S. must confirm that they have already received or are willing to receive the full COVID-19 vaccination by their start date as a qualification of the role and condition of employment.
EEO & Employment Eligibility. Kinnate Biopharma Inc. is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company. We provide equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Kinnate Biopharma Inc. also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of applicable law.