Clinical Pharmacology Associate

Who we are:

Kymera is a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering the field of targeted protein degradation (TPD) to develop medicines that address critical health problems and have the potential to dramatically improve patients’ lives. Kymera is deploying TPD to address disease targets and pathways inaccessible with conventional therapeutics. Having advanced the first degrader into the clinic for immunological diseases, Kymera is focused on building an industry-leading pipeline of oral small molecule degraders to provide a new generation of convenient, highly effective therapies for patients with these conditions. Founded in 2016, Kymera has been recognized as one of Boston’s top workplaces for the past several years. For more information about our science, pipeline and people, please visit www.kymeratx.com or follow us on X (formerly Twitter) or LinkedIn. 

 

How we work:

• PIONEER: We are courageous, resilient and rigorous in our mission to improve patients’ lives through our revolutionary degrader medicines.
• COLLABORATE: We value trust + transparency from everyone. Our goals are shared, our decisions data-driven and our camaraderie genuine.
• BELONG: We recognize our differences, inviting curiosity and inclusivity, so that our people are valued, seen, and heard.

 

How you’ll make an impact:

• Conduct routine non compartmental analysis of PK data
• Assist in the authorship and review of clinical pharmacology documents (e.g., sections of protocols, study reports, analysis plans)
• Create study/protocol templates/best practices for Clinical Pharmacology studies
• Coordinate end-to-end logistics for pharmacokinetic (PK) samples from clinical sites to central and specialty laboratories
• Track sample shipments, reconciliation, and issue resolution to ensure sample integrity and protocol compliance
• Maintain and QC sample tracking systems and study-specific trackers
• Collaborate with Clinical Operations and vendors to proactively address logistical challenges
• Support identification, selection, and onboarding of external laboratories and vendors
• Manage day-to-day vendor interactions to ensure timely and high-quality data delivery
• Track vendor performance against timelines, scope, and budget
• Assist with contract scope review, budget tracking, and invoice reconciliation
• Contribute to the development and QC of laboratory manuals, sample handling guidelines, and site training materials
• Support creation and maintenance of study-specific documentation and trackers
• Ensure documentation is aligned with protocols, regulatory expectations, and internal standards
• Contributes to development of data transfer documents
• Support development, implementation, and maintenance of SOPs and QC processes within Clinical Pharmacology
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and compliance

 

Skills and experience you’ll bring:

• Pharm D., B.S/M.S in pharmaceutical sciences or other related fields
• 3+ years of experience in clinical research, clinical operations, or clinical pharmacology, preferably within a biotech or pharmaceutical environment
• Working knowledge of pharmacokinetic principles and/or PK analysis will be preferred.
• Experience managing PK or clinical sample logistics, including central laboratory coordination and sample tracking
• Demonstrated experience working with and managing external vendors/CROs
• Familiarity with GCP and regulatory requirements related to clinical trials and bioanalytical sample handling
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and commitment to data quality and compliance
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Proficiency with clinical trial systems and tools (e.g., sample tracking systems, CTMS, Excel)

                                                                                                                                                                                

 

 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kymera Therapeutics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment.  All applicants will receive considerati