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Kyowa Kirin is a global specialty pharmaceutical company backed by more than 70 years of breakthrough life science innovation, dedicated to discovering and advancing treatments for diseases in which unmet need is greatest. Based in Japan with worldwide operations, we work across the continuum from drug discovery to commercialization, guided by our commitment to patients and their families.

Our research teams, located in California and around the world, are focused on developing the next generation of antibody, cell, and gene therapies, with particular emphasis on bone and mineral disorders, hemato-oncology, and rare diseases. We accelerate development through collaborations with industry, academia, patients, and healthcare providers, and since 2018 we have introduced four new therapies serving patients with progressive illnesses often in need of new therapeutic alternatives.

Our culture is grounded in our values: Commitment to Life, Integrity, Innovation, and Teamwork/Wa, and brought to life through the Kabegoe Principles, which define the behaviors and actions that guide how we work together to deliver meaningful impact for patients.

We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and mindful of the countless individuals still waiting for their own breakthroughs. A commitment to making people smile unites our efforts. Learn more at www.kkna.kyowakirin.com.

Why Intern with Kyowa Kirin?

Interning at Kyowa Kirin means joining a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning. You'll contribute to meaningful projects, receive mentorship from industry professionals, and experience a culture where every voice is welcomed and encouraged. If you're looking for an internship where you can learn, grow, and make a real impact, we'd love to meet you

The anticipated hourly rate for this position will be $21.00 to $24.00 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.

#LI-AK1

Kyowa Kirin is a global specialty pharmaceutical company backed by more than 70 years of breakthrough life science innovation, dedicated to discovering and advancing treatments for diseases in which unmet need is greatest. Based in Japan with worldwide operations, we work across the continuum from drug discovery to commercialization, guided by our commitment to patients and their families.

Our research teams, located in California and around the world, are focused on developing the next generation of antibody, cell, and gene therapies, with particular emphasis on bone and mineral disorders, hemato-oncology, and rare diseases. We accelerate development through collaborations with industry, academia, patients, and healthcare providers, and since 2018 we have introduced four new therapies serving patients with progressive illnesses often in need of new therapeutic alternatives.

Our culture is grounded in our values: Commitment to Life, Integrity, Innovation, and Teamwork/Wa, and brought to life through the Kabegoe Principles, which define the behaviors and actions that guide how we work together to deliver meaningful impact for patients.

We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and mindful of the countless individuals still waiting for their own breakthroughs. A commitment to making people smile unites our efforts. Learn more at www.kkna.kyowakirin.com.

Join the Bio Innovation team for a paid summer internship focused on advancing cell and gene therapy research in hematology and rare diseases. You'll gain hands-on laboratory experience supporting innovative pipeline programs while working alongside scientists to generate insights that help drive the development of future therapies. This opportunity is ideal for students interested in biotechnology, biomedical research, cell and gene therapy, and drug development. 

What You Will Do
•    Support research activities, including drug concept validation, target identification, and drug candidate validation, under the guidance of experienced scientists.
•    Perform laboratory experiments involving mammalian cell culture, human and mouse tissues, and other preclinical research techniques. 
•    Assist with assay development and help identify opportunities to improve research processes and efficiency. 
•    Analyze experimental data using scientific software, statistical tools, and other technology applications. 
•    Collaborate with team members to interpret results, discuss findings, and support planning for future studies. 
•    Present project outcomes, key learnings, and recommendations at the conclusion of the internship.

What We Are Looking For
•    Rising sophomore, junior, or senior pursuing a degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or a related scientific field. 
•    Strong interest in biomedical research, cell and gene therapy, rare diseases, or drug development. 
•    Previous research, laboratory, internship, or project experience is preferred. 
•    Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
•    Familiarity with data analysis, statistics, programming (e.g., Python, R), AI-enabled analytical approaches, or bioinformatics tools.
•    Ability to accurately document, analyze, and communicate scientific findings.
•    Strong attention to detail and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. 
•    Minimum GPA of 3.0. 

Internship Requirements
•    Available to work for the part-time internship period from May 25, 2027, through August 20, 2027 (dates are flexible based on schools with quarters instead of semesters)
•    Able to work a fully on-site schedule and commute to the La Jolla, CA office as required. 
•    Must live within a commutable distance of La Jolla, CA.  
•    Authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Interning at Kyowa Kirin means joining a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning. You'll contribute to meaningful projects, receive mentorship from industry professionals, and experience a culture where every voice is welcomed and encouraged. If you're looking for an internship where you can learn, grow, and make a real impact, we'd love to meet you

The anticipated hourly rate for this position will be $22.00 to $24.00 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.

#LI-AK1

Kyowa Kirin is a global specialty pharmaceutical company backed by more than 70 years of breakthrough life science innovation, dedicated to discovering and advancing treatments for diseases in which unmet need is greatest. Based in Japan with worldwide operations, we work across the continuum from drug discovery to commercialization, guided by our commitment to patients and their families.

Our research teams, located in California and around the world, are focused on developing the next generation of antibody, cell, and gene therapies, with particular emphasis on bone and mineral disorders, hemato-oncology, and rare diseases. We accelerate development through collaborations with industry, academia, patients, and healthcare providers, and since 2018 we have introduced four new therapies serving patients with progressive illnesses often in need of new therapeutic alternatives.

Our culture is grounded in our values: Commitment to Life, Integrity, Innovation, and Teamwork/Wa, and brought to life through the Kabegoe Principles, which define the behaviors and actions that guide how we work together to deliver meaningful impact for patients.

We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and mindful of the countless individuals still waiting for their own breakthroughs. A commitment to making people smile unites our efforts. Learn more at www.kkna.kyowakirin.com.

Why Intern with Kyowa Kirin?

Interning at Kyowa Kirin means joining a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning. You'll contribute to meaningful projects, receive mentorship from industry professionals, and experience a culture where every voice is welcomed and encouraged. If you're looking for an internship where you can learn, grow, and make a real impact, we'd love to meet you

The anticipated hourly rate for this position will be $21.00 to $24.00 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.

#LI-AK1

Kyowa Kirin is a global specialty pharmaceutical company backed by more than 70 years of breakthrough life science innovation, dedicated to discovering and advancing treatments for diseases in which unmet need is greatest. Based in Japan with worldwide operations, we work across the continuum from drug discovery to commercialization, guided by our commitment to patients and their families.

Our research teams, located in California and around the world, are focused on developing the next generation of antibody, cell, and gene therapies, with particular emphasis on bone and mineral disorders, hemato-oncology, and rare diseases. We accelerate development through collaborations with industry, academia, patients, and healthcare providers, and since 2018 we have introduced four new therapies serving patients with progressive illnesses often in need of new therapeutic alternatives.

Our culture is grounded in our values: Commitment to Life, Integrity, Innovation, and Teamwork/Wa, and brought to life through the Kabegoe Principles, which define the behaviors and actions that guide how we work together to deliver meaningful impact for patients.

We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and mindful of the countless individuals still waiting for their own breakthroughs. A commitment to making people smile unites our efforts. Learn more at www.kkna.kyowakirin.com.

Join the Cybersecurity team for a paid summer internship focused on cybersecurity, risk management, compliance, security operations, and technology program support. You'll gain hands-on experience helping protect systems, data, and business operations while working alongside professionals across multiple information security disciplines. This opportunity is ideal for students interested in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, engineering, or risk management. This is a hybrid role based in Princeton, NJ requiring 2 days on-site per week.

 What You Will Do

• Support information security initiatives that help protect company systems, infrastructure, and data.
• Assist with security monitoring, incident response, and cybersecurity operations activities.
• Participate in IT compliance and risk assessment activities to support governance and control processes.
• Partner with team members to review IT controls and collaborate with business stakeholders on security-related initiatives.
• Support the development of information security policies, standards, and implementation plans.
• Create dashboards, reporting tools, and communications that help track team objectives and educate employees about information security.
• Contribute to knowledge-sharing and continuous improvement initiatives across the Information Security organization.

What We Are Looking For

• Rising sophomore, junior, or senior pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• Interest in cybersecurity, risk management, governance, compliance, security operations, or technology program management.
• Familiarity with risk assessment concepts and cybersecurity principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership through coursework, student organizations, athletics, volunteer experiences, or previous internships is a plus.
• Positive attitude, curiosity, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Internship Requirements

• Available to work for the full internship period from May 25, 2027 through August 20, 2027.
• Able to work a hybrid schedule and commute to the Princeton, NJ office as required.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Why Intern With Us?

At Kyowa Kirin, interns are more than observers. You'll work on meaningful projects, collaborate with experienced professionals, and gain exposure to real-world cybersecurity challenges within a global biopharmaceutical organization. Through mentorship, hands-on experience, and continuous learning opportunities, you'll build skills that prepare you for a successful career in information security and technology.

The anticipated hourly rate for this position will be $23.00 to $26.00 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.

#LI-AK1

Kyowa Kirin is a global specialty pharmaceutical company backed by more than 70 years of breakthrough life science innovation, dedicated to discovering and advancing treatments for diseases in which unmet need is greatest. Based in Japan with worldwide operations, we work across the continuum from drug discovery to commercialization, guided by our commitment to patients and their families.

Our research teams, located in California and around the world, are focused on developing the next generation of antibody, cell, and gene therapies, with particular emphasis on bone and mineral disorders, hemato-oncology, and rare diseases. We accelerate development through collaborations with industry, academia, patients, and healthcare providers, and since 2018 we have introduced four new therapies serving patients with progressive illnesses often in need of new therapeutic alternatives.

Our culture is grounded in our values: Commitment to Life, Integrity, Innovation, and Teamwork/Wa, and brought to life through the Kabegoe Principles, which define the behaviors and actions that guide how we work together to deliver meaningful impact for patients.

We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and mindful of the countless individuals still waiting for their own breakthroughs. A commitment to making people smile unites our efforts. Learn more at www.kkna.kyowakirin.com.

Join the Patient Services team for a paid summer internship focused on improving the patient’s experience and supporting programs that help patients access treatment and resources. You'll collaborate with teams across Commercial, Marketing, Channel Management, and Market Access, and while gaining exposure to how patient support programs operate within the pharmaceutical industry. This opportunity is ideal for students interested in healthcare, business, marketing, patient advocacy, data analytics or social services. This is a hybrid role in Princeton, NJ requiring 2 days on-site per week. This internship is perfect for students considering careers in healthcare administration, patient advocacy, public health, social work, marketing, or pharmaceutical operations.

What You Will Do

• Support the Patient Services team with projects and day-to-day operational activities.
• Partner with Patient Services leadership to develop communications and marketing materials.
• Collect and analyze feedback from Patient Services and cross-functional stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Assist in developing training materials, presentations, and learning resources for patient support teams.
• Draft and update SOPs, guidelines, forms, and internal communications.
• Conduct research on patient services and the rare disease landscape and deliver a capstone project with recommendations and insights.

What We Are Looking For

• Rising, junior, or senior pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business, Marketing, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Social Services, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and project management skills.
• Ability to analyze information, identify trends, and communicate insights effectively.
• Interest in patient experience, healthcare operations, patient support programs, or the pharmaceutical industry.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across functional teams.

Internship Requirements

• Available to work for the full internship period from May 25, 2027 through August 20, 2027.
• Able to work a hybrid schedule and commute to the Princeton, NJ office as required.
• Must live within a commutable distance of Princeton, NJ.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Why Intern With Us?

At Kyowa Kirin, interns are more than observers. You'll contribute to meaningful projects that help improve the patient experience, collaborate with professionals across the organization, and gain real-world exposure to the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry. Through mentorship, hands-on learning, and impactful work, you'll develop skills that will support your future career.

The anticipated hourly rate for this position will be $21.00 to $24.00 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.

#LI-AK1

Kyowa Kirin is a global specialty pharmaceutical company backed by more than 70 years of breakthrough life science innovation, dedicated to discovering and advancing treatments for diseases in which unmet need is greatest. Based in Japan with worldwide operations, we work across the continuum from drug discovery to commercialization, guided by our commitment to patients and their families.

Our research teams, located in California and around the world, are focused on developing the next generation of antibody, cell, and gene therapies, with particular emphasis on bone and mineral disorders, hemato-oncology, and rare diseases. We accelerate development through collaborations with industry, academia, patients, and healthcare providers, and since 2018 we have introduced four new therapies serving patients with progressive illnesses often in need of new therapeutic alternatives.

Our culture is grounded in our values: Commitment to Life, Integrity, Innovation, and Teamwork/Wa, and brought to life through the Kabegoe Principles, which define the behaviors and actions that guide how we work together to deliver meaningful impact for patients.

We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and mindful of the countless individuals still waiting for their own breakthroughs. A commitment to making people smile unites our efforts. Learn more at www.kkna.kyowakirin.com.

We are currently seeking a student intern to join our team. As an intern, you will work closely with the Supply Chain Department, focused on Business Operations and Automation. 

This internship will be focused on business operations, data analytics, and automation. You will help improve how the team tracks performance, streamlines processes, and communicates insights across the organization. This opportunity is designed for students who enjoy using data and technology to solve business problems. This is a hybrid internship based in Princeton, NJ requiring a minimum of 2 days on site per week. 

What You Will Do 

• Use Microsoft and other digital tools, including Power BI and D365, to automate reporting and streamline processes. 

• Gather and analyze supply chain and financial data to support KPIs, budgets, performance tracking, and decision-making. 

• Help develop dashboards, presentations, and written communications that turn data into clear business insights. 

• Support continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and cross-functional teams. 

• Contribute to process and system development, implementation, and other team priorities. 

What We Are Looking For 

• Rising sophomore, junior, or senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field. 

• Experience or coursework in data analytics, digital tools, modeling, data engineering, or visualization; Power BI experience is a plus. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint; MS Project experience is helpful. 

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, take initiative, and work both independently and collaboratively. 

• Minimum 3.0 GPA. 

Internship Requirements 

• Available to work for the full internship period from May 25 through August 20, 2027. 

• Able to work a hybrid schedule with at least two days per week onsite in Princeton, NJ and live within commutable distance. 

• Able to work in the United States on a permanent and ongoing basis without sponsorship. 

Why Intern with Kyowa Kirin?

Interning at Kyowa Kirin means joining a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning. You'll contribute to meaningful projects, receive mentorship from industry professionals, and experience a culture where every voice is welcomed and encouraged. If you're looking for an internship where you can learn, grow, and make a real impact, we'd love to meet you

The anticipated hourly rate for this position will be $21.00 to $24.00 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.

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Kyowa Kirin is a global specialty pharmaceutical company backed by more than 70 years of breakthrough life science innovation, dedicated to discovering and advancing treatments for diseases in which unmet need is greatest. Based in Japan with worldwide operations, we work across the continuum from drug discovery to commercialization, guided by our commitment to patients and their families.

Our research teams, located in California and around the world, are focused on developing the next generation of antibody, cell, and gene therapies, with particular emphasis on bone and mineral disorders, hemato-oncology, and rare diseases. We accelerate development through collaborations with industry, academia, patients, and healthcare providers, and since 2018 we have introduced four new therapies serving patients with progressive illnesses often in need of new therapeutic alternatives.

Our culture is grounded in our values: Commitment to Life, Integrity, Innovation, and Teamwork/Wa, and brought to life through the Kabegoe Principles, which define the behaviors and actions that guide how we work together to deliver meaningful impact for patients.

We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and mindful of the countless individuals still waiting for their own breakthroughs. A commitment to making people smile unites our efforts. Learn more at www.kkna.kyowakirin.com.

Join the Supply Chain Logistics team for a paid summer internship focused on logistics operations, cost analysis, process improvement, and supply chain resiliency. You will support initiatives that help ensure products reach patients efficiently while contributing to projects that strengthen logistics performance and strategy. This is a hybrid internship based in Princeton, NJ requiring a minimum of 2 days on site per week. 

What You Will Do 

• Partner with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to support service performance tracking and KPI reporting. 
• Analyze logistics costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce total cost to serve. 
• Support business continuity and supply chain resiliency initiatives that help prepare for operational disruptions. 
• Evaluate and improve business processes to increase responsiveness and operational agility. 
• Contribute to meaningful projects that support the flow of products to patients and improve team performance. 

What We Are Looking For 

• Rising sophomore, junior, or senior interested in Supply Chain Management or a related field. 

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills. 

• Interest in logistics, operations, business analytics, or process improvement. 

• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities. 

• Minimum GPA of 3.0. 

Internship Requirements 

• Available to work for the full internship period from May 25 through August 20, 2027. 

• Able to work a hybrid schedule with at least two days per week onsite in Princeton, NJ and live within commutable distance. (Tuesdays and Thursdays)

• Able to work in the United States on a permanent and ongoing basis without sponsorship. 

Why Intern with Kyowa Kirin?

Interning at Kyowa Kirin means joining a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning. You'll contribute to meaningful projects, receive mentorship from industry professionals, and experience a culture where every voice is welcomed and encouraged. If you're looking for an internship where you can learn, grow, and make a real impact, we'd love to meet you

The anticipated hourly rate for this position will be $21.00 to $24.00 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.

#LI-AK1

Kyowa Kirin is a global specialty pharmaceutical company backed by more than 70 years of breakthrough life science innovation, dedicated to discovering and advancing treatments for diseases in which unmet need is greatest. Based in Japan with worldwide operations, we work across the continuum from drug discovery to commercialization, guided by our commitment to patients and their families.

Our research teams, located in California and around the world, are focused on developing the next generation of antibody, cell, and gene therapies, with particular emphasis on bone and mineral disorders, hemato-oncology, and rare diseases. We accelerate development through collaborations with industry, academia, patients, and healthcare providers, and since 2018 we have introduced four new therapies serving patients with progressive illnesses often in need of new therapeutic alternatives.

Our culture is grounded in our values: Commitment to Life, Integrity, Innovation, and Teamwork/Wa, and brought to life through the Kabegoe Principles, which define the behaviors and actions that guide how we work together to deliver meaningful impact for patients.

We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and mindful of the countless individuals still waiting for their own breakthroughs. A commitment to making people smile unites our efforts. Learn more at www.kkna.kyowakirin.com.

Job Summary:

Kyowa Kirin, North America is actively seeking an Associate Director, Data Governance for our Enterprise Architecture & Data Office within Commercial Operations. This is a newly created governance leadership role accountable for establishing and running KKNA’s enterprise data governance program - the data catalog and business glossary, the data access governance model, the data quality management capability, and the governance policies and SOPs that support them - across the enterprise data lake and connected source systems. The role spans Commercial Operations, Sales & Marketing, Medical Affairs, Market Access, and Patient Services, across the full KKNA portfolio.

The Associate Director serves as the operational bridge between the data platform team and the business functions that consume data - ensuring that data assets are findable, documented, trusted, and accessible to the correct people through defined, repeatable processes. Technical build, engineering, and provisioning activity remains with the Data Platform, Data Architecture, and IT teams; this role defines the standards those teams implement against and holds the organization accountable to them. The Associate Director will help build the function from the ground up: including the catalog, access model, governance committee operations, SOPs, and the enablement experience for every data consumer in the organization.

The role partners closely with Legal, Privacy, and Compliance and operates within the boundaries those functions set, but does not author or own policies that belong to them. Success depends primarily on influence, facilitation, documentation discipline, and cross-functional credibility, supported by enough working familiarity with data platforms and data structures to engage technical partners with confidence.

Essential Functions:

Data Access Governance

• Serve as the first point of contact for all data access requests - triage, classify by data sensitivity, route to the appropriate Domain Data Owner, and track through technical provisioning performed by the Data Platform team.
• Maintain and publish data access request SOPs so that compliance and legal review is defined at the policy level - not renegotiated on a per-project basis.
• Administer a tiered access model across all enterprise data lake environments - covering data scientists, analysts, business users, and external partners.
• Conduct quarterly access audits to identify and coordinate deprovisioning of stale or excess access.
• Maintain a complete, documented access log across all data lake workspaces, with rationale for each grant and defined expiration dates.

Data Governance Operations

• Draft, maintain, and publish enterprise data governance SOPs covering access requests, patient data boundary rules, new data source onboarding, data quality escalation, and incident response.
• Own the operational cadence of the Data Management Committee (DMC) - agendas, minutes, action tracking, and the enterprise governance policy register - and prepare materials and recommendations for quarterly DMC sessions.
• Document end-to-end data lineage for critical datasets, from source system through ingestion to downstream reporting and analytics, in partnership with the technical owners of each layer.
• Serve as a senior point of escalation for data governance disputes, access conflicts, and policy interpretations across the commercial, medical, market access, and patient services functions.
• Define and maintain the Domain Data Owner model - assignments, accountabilities, and operating expectations - so that each business function is accountable for the quality and definition of the data it originates.

New Data Source Onboarding

• Oversee the compliant acquisition, use, and stewardship of data assets by coordinating with legal, procurement, and business stakeholders to ensure contractual, privacy, and data-use requirements are met.
• Lead the intake and assessment process for all new data sources entering the enterprise data lake - including business justification, compliance and privacy review, Domain Data Owner assignment, and DMC notification - with technical assessment provided by the Data Platform and Data Architecture teams.
• Ensure every new source has a documented owner, defined refresh SLA, data quality baseline, and catalog entry before promotion to production and downstream consumption.
• Partner with Data Platform Vendor, IT, and external vendors to ensure appropriate controls and quality standards are applied from data ingestion through downstream consumption.

Data Catalog & Metadata Management

• Own and maintain KKNA’s enterprise data catalog - the authoritative directory of all data assets in the Enterprise data lake, legacy Synapse platform, and connected source systems, including business descriptions, data owners, refresh frequency, granularity, and access tier.
• Document business-friendly metadata for all active datasets and enforce consistent metadata standards across the organization.
• Build and maintain the enterprise business glossary - canonical definitions for key metrics that currently vary by function (patient, prescriber, market share, conversion, persistence, adherence etc ) - and drive cross-functional alignment and formal approval of those definitions.
• Partner with the Data Platform and Data Architecture teams to rationalize the schema catalog - identifying and coordinating the archiving of inactive or redundant schemas from completed projects.
• Coordinate glossary and data model alignment with the canonical data model initiative and with downstream analytics and reporting teams.

 Data Quality & Vendor SLA Management

• Establish and maintain a data quality scorecard for priority datasets - specialty pharmacy and distributor feeds, claims, payer policy, tokenized data, and CRM data - tracking accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Own the data quality issue intake process: receive reports from business users, triage by severity (P1/P2/P3), route to the appropriate technical owner, and track through resolution.
• Monitor critical vendor data delivery SLAs and escalate failures through defined channels; ensure vendor accountability and corrective action where SLAs are breached.
• Publish a quarterly data quality scorecard to the Data Management Committee and all Domain Data Owners.
• Lead P1 incident retrospectives - documenting root causes, remediation actions, and process changes to prevent recurrence.

Cross-Functional Partnership & User Enablement

• Act as the primary liaison between the commercial, medical, market access, and patient services business teams and the Data Platform / IT function - translating data requirements, quality expectations, and governance decisions into clear, actionable outcomes.
• Develop and maintain function-specific data consumer guides - plain-language references to what data each team can access, how to request more, and who to contact.
• Run new-user onboarding for all enterprise data lake access - ensuring users understand the catalog, available data assets, access tiers, and governance expectations before access is provisioned.
• Host monthly data office hours - open sessions for business stakeholders to bring data questions, access requests, quality feedback, or glossary input.
• Define, track, and report enterprise data governance metrics - including data quality performance, issue resolution time, access request cycle time, catalog coverage, and adoption of governed definitions.
• Champion a data-first mindset across the commercial organization, balancing accessibility and innovation with governance, accountability, and measurable business value.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and strategically, to build alliances cross-functionally, and the flexibility to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Job Requirements:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Data Science, Business Analytics, Information Systems, Life Sciences, or equivalent) required; Master’s degree preferred.
• CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional), DCAM, DAMA, or equivalent data governance certification preferred.

Experience

• 8-10+ years of experience in data management, data governance, data catalog, or data stewardship, with a significant portion spent in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences industry.
• Experience supporting or operating a data governance committee, data council, or cross-functional steering group - including charter design, agenda facilitation, decision documentation, and action tracking.
• Demonstrated experience building or leading an enterprise data governance program from an early stage - including framework design, policy and SOP authorship, data ownership models, and driving adoption across functions outside of direct reporting authority.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining a data catalog or metadata management platform (Collibra, Alation, Informatica, Microsoft Purview, Unity Catalog, or equivalent).
• Experience designing and implementing data access governance processes - including role-based access models, tiered access frameworks, and periodic access audit procedures - in partnership with the technical teams responsible for provisioning.
• Demonstrated experience defining canonical business metric definitions and reconciling conflicting definitions across commercial and non-commercial stakeholders.
• Experience establishing data quality management practices - scorecards, thresholds, severity-based issue triage, and remediation tracking - for third-party and internally generated data assets.
• Deep understanding of pharmaceutical data domains
• Knowledge of HIPAA, PII, PHI data handling requirements, and pharmaceutical industry data privacy and compliance standards, with demonstrated experience establishing durable data boundary rules in partnership with Legal, Privacy, and Compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate across both technical and business audiences - translating data infrastructure and governance decisions into plain-language guidance that business stakeholders can act on.
• Strong written communication skills - demonstrated ability to produce SOPs, data governance policies, data dictionaries, and business-facing reference documents.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional change initiatives and drive results through influence, stakeholder relationships, and clear communication rather than direct authority.

Technical Skills

The following familiarity is preferred to support effective partnership with the Data Platform, Data Architecture, and Business teams:

• Working familiarity with cloud data lake or data warehouse environments (Azure Databricks, Snowflake, Azure Synapse, or equivalent) sufficient to navigate the environment and participate credibly in technical discussions.
• Working SQL proficiency sufficient to independently review data structures, validate definitions, and assess data quality issues before routing them to a technical owner.
• Conceptual understanding of master data management and entity resolution - matching, de-duplication, survivorship, and hierarchy management - as applied to HCP, HCO, and patient data domains.
• Conceptual understanding of row-level and column-level security, role-based access control and data classification models sufficient to define access tiers that technical teams can implement.
• Familiarity with data integration concepts and tooling (Azure Data Factory, Informatica, or equivalent) sufficient to assess ingestion design against governance, documentation, and quality standards.
• Familiarity with business intelligence and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik for governance reporting and data quality score carding.
• Familiarity with patient tokenization and de-identification approaches (Datavant or equivalent) and the governance implications of linking tokenized patient data to commercial datasets.
• Working familiarity with AI/ML governance concepts sufficient to partner with analytics, data science, and platform teams on governed model use cases, including feature governance and reusable feature definitions, model input lineage, model monitoring and drift awareness, responsible AI and human review expectations, and controls for PHI/PII, consent, bias, explainability, auditability, and governed use of next-best-action, next-best-customer, patient risk, churn, recommender, NLP insight extraction, and engagement propensity models.

Non-Technical Skills

The ability to organize, prioritize, meet deadlines, make decisions, and change the course of action quickly. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. A strong work ethic is required. Detail-oriented and excellent follow-through. Comfortable holding a firm position on governance standards while maintaining strong working relationships across functions. 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 10% domestic travel based on business needs

The anticipated salary for this position will be $166,700 to $215,700.  The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs.

The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• 401K with company match
• Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
• Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
• Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
• HSA & FSA Programs
• Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Concierge Services
• Long Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Awards

The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.

KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions

It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.

When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected and stored by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. (“Controller”), which is located at 510 Carnegie Center Dr. Princeton, NJ 08540 USA and can be contacted by emailing kkus.talentacquisition.8h@kyowakirin.com. Controller’s data protection officer can be contacted at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller’s recruitment related activities, which include setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results thereto, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for employment. 

Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller’s behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. The transfer will be made using appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses approved by regulators for transfers of personal data outside the European Union.

Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment.  Under the GDPR, if you are located in the European Union, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have the right to data portability, and to lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. If you have any questions about our use of your data, you may contact us by email at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies

Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

#LI-JC1

Kyowa Kirin is a global specialty pharmaceutical company backed by more than 70 years of breakthrough life science innovation, dedicated to discovering and advancing treatments for diseases in which unmet need is greatest. Based in Japan with worldwide operations, we work across the continuum from drug discovery to commercialization, guided by our commitment to patients and their families.

Our research teams, located in California and around the world, are focused on developing the next generation of antibody, cell, and gene therapies, with particular emphasis on bone and mineral disorders, hemato-oncology, and rare diseases. We accelerate development through collaborations with industry, academia, patients, and healthcare providers, and since 2018 we have introduced four new therapies serving patients with progressive illnesses often in need of new therapeutic alternatives.

Our culture is grounded in our values: Commitment to Life, Integrity, Innovation, and Teamwork/Wa, and brought to life through the Kabegoe Principles, which define the behaviors and actions that guide how we work together to deliver meaningful impact for patients.

We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and mindful of the countless individuals still waiting for their own breakthroughs. A commitment to making people smile unites our efforts. Learn more at www.kkna.kyowakirin.com.

Summary:

The Associate Director, Global Project Management is responsible for leading cross-functional project management activities for global clinical-stage drug development programs and providing project management support across One Kyowa Kirin. This role partners with cross-functional teams to develop and execute integrated project plans, facilitate governance and decision-making, manage project timelines, budgets, risks, and deliverables, and ensure alignment with strategic objectives. The Associate Director applies established project management methodologies, tools, and best practices to support the successful execution of development programs while fostering collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence across the organization. The role also contributes to the achievement of annual business objectives through cross-functional leadership and enterprise project support.

Essential Functions:

•    Lead cross-functional project management activities for global clinical-stage drug development programs, serving as the project integrator to align strategy, execution, and decision-making across functional areas.
•    Develop, maintain, and execute integrated project plans, including project scope, timelines, milestones, critical path, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with approved governance decisions and development objectives.
•    Drive project execution by proactively identifying, assessing, and managing project risks, issues, dependencies, and opportunities; facilitate development and implementation of cross-functional mitigation and contingency plans.
•    Manage project budgets and resource plans by developing integrated budget and FTE forecasts, monitoring performance against approved plans, and recommending changes through established governance and change control processes.
•    Facilitate effective cross-functional communication, governance, and decision-making by coordinating project meetings, maintaining core project documentation, and ensuring timely, transparent reporting of project status, risks, and key decisions.
•    Ensure project teams adhere to established global development processes, governance requirements, and project management standards, while applying appropriate project management methodologies, systems, and tools.
•    Influence and lead cross-functional teams in a matrix environment without direct authority, fostering collaboration, accountability, and timely delivery of project objectives.
•    Partner effectively with internal stakeholders across One Kyowa Kirin and with external alliance partners to support integrated program execution and achievement of business objectives.
•    Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Global Project Management function by driving process improvements, standardizing best practices, supporting organizational change initiatives, and sharing lessons learned across programs.
•    Provide coaching and mentorship to project team members and colleagues to strengthen project management capabilities and promote organizational excellence.
•    Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned, consistent with the scope and level of the position.

Requirements:

Education
Bachelor's degree in life science (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy), engineering, or a related scientific discipline is required. An advanced degree (e.g., M.S., Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.B.A., or equivalent) is preferred. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly preferred. Six Sigma Green Belt certification or higher is also preferred.

Experience
•    Minimum of eight (8) years of project management experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related life sciences industry, with progressive responsibility supporting drug development programs.
•    At least five (5) years managing cross-functional drug development projects within a matrix organization, preferably in a global environment.
•    Demonstrated success leading clinical-stage development programs from planning through execution, including governance support and cross-functional integration.
•    Proven ability to manage integrated project plans, timelines, budgets, resource forecasts, and project risks across multiple functional disciplines.
•    Track record of influencing cross-functional teams and driving project execution without direct reporting authority.
•    Collaboration with external partners, contract research organizations (CROs), and strategic alliances is preferred.
•    Participation in process improvement, organizational change initiatives, or implementation of project management best practices is preferred.

Technical Skills
•    Strong knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices, with the ability to independently manage complex, multi-phase drug development programs and produce core project management deliverables.
•    Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and project management software for developing and managing integrated project plans, timelines, budgets, resource forecasts, risk registers, status reports, and lessons learned. Experience with Planisware is preferred.
•    Working knowledge of the drug development lifecycle, including clinical, nonclinical, CMC, regulatory, and commercialization activities, and the interdependencies across functional disciplines.
•    Demonstrated ability to apply project management tools and techniques to support strategic planning, decision-making, risk management, issue resolution, and governance.
•    Excellent verbal, written, facilitation, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
•    Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive results in a global matrix environment without direct authority.
•    Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, evaluate complex information, and make sound business recommendations.
•    Proficiency in virtual collaboration technologies and meeting facilitation tools to effectively lead global, cross-functional teams across multiple time zones

Working Conditions:

Requires up to 10% of domestic and international travel

The anticipated salary for this position will be $175,000 to $192,500.  The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs.

The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• 401K with company match
• Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
• Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
• Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
• HSA & FSA Programs
• Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Concierge Services
• Long Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Awards

The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.

KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions

It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.

When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected and stored by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. (“Controller”), which is located at 510 Carnegie Center Dr. Princeton, NJ 08540 USA and can be contacted by emailing kkus.talentacquisition.8h@kyowakirin.com. Controller’s data protection officer can be contacted at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller’s recruitment related activities, which include setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results thereto, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for employment. 

Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller’s behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. The transfer will be made using appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses approved by regulators for transfers of personal data outside the European Union.

Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment.  Under the GDPR, if you are located in the European Union, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have the right to data portability, and to lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. If you have any questions about our use of your data, you may contact us by email at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies

Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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Kyowa Kirin is a global specialty pharmaceutical company backed by more than 70 years of breakthrough life science innovation, dedicated to discovering and advancing treatments for diseases in which unmet need is greatest. Based in Japan with worldwide operations, we work across the continuum from drug discovery to commercialization, guided by our commitment to patients and their families.

Our research teams, located in California and around the world, are focused on developing the next generation of antibody, cell, and gene therapies, with particular emphasis on bone and mineral disorders, hemato-oncology, and rare diseases. We accelerate development through collaborations with industry, academia, patients, and healthcare providers, and since 2018 we have introduced four new therapies serving patients with progressive illnesses often in need of new therapeutic alternatives.

Our culture is grounded in our values: Commitment to Life, Integrity, Innovation, and Teamwork/Wa, and brought to life through the Kabegoe Principles, which define the behaviors and actions that guide how we work together to deliver meaningful impact for patients.

We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and mindful of the countless individuals still waiting for their own breakthroughs. A commitment to making people smile unites our efforts. Learn more at www.kkna.kyowakirin.com.

Summary of Job:

The Associate Director, Quality Control will play a critical role in designing and executing the operational readiness program for star- up of the Quality Control laboratories at the new Kyowa Kirin North America monoclonal antibody drug substance manufacturing facility in Sanford, NC. The Associate Director position will lead and enable the timely completion of key milestones for ensuring production targets are achieved. This role will initially involve working in a greenfield environment and will transition to lead the Lab operations throughout the GMP-ready, Tech Transfer, Analytical Method Transfer, and facility licensure activities for the manufacturing of late clinical and commercial products. Accountable to ensure compliance of the QC laboratory areas with current GxP Standards and with all applicable Global, Regional, and Site procedures within Kyowa Kirin’s Quality Management System.

The role will serve as a primary delegate representing the Sr Director, Quality Site Head as required to ensure timely, effective, and compliant execution of operational activities per approved plans and schedules. The Associate Director, Quality Control will play a critical role in designing, developing, and executing the operational readiness program for start-up of the Quality Control laboratories at the new Kyowa Kirin North America monoclonal antibody drug substance manufacturing facility in Sanford, NC.

You will lead and enable the timely completion of key milestones to ensure production targets are achieved. This role will initially involve working in a greenfield environment and will transition to lead the Lab operations throughout the GMP-ready, Tech Transfer, and facility licensure activities for the manufacturing of Phase III and commercial products. Accountable to ensure compliance of the QC laboratory areas with current GxP Standards and with all applicable Global, Regional, and Site procedures within Kyowa Kirin’s Quality Management System.

As a people leader, 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.

Essential Functions:

Technical Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

• Shapes functional area strategy, influences cross-functional initiatives and drives organizational improvements.
• Provide technical leadership collaborating cross-functionally in the site early-stage activities, including: implementation and qualification of facility, utilities’, equipment, and analytical instruments; development and approval of user requirements review; prioritization for implementation and transfer of analytical methods required for facility start-up (GMP ready/OQ Complete); ICT efforts for developing user requirements and implementing selected electronic Quality Systems for the operations (LIMS/ELN/Empower).
• Establish and maintain Quality Control procedures as applicable to the Site QMS Laboratory Controls Sub-system and develop training requirements for QC Staff.

• Lead and coordinate cross-functionally a robust and compliant and timely implementation for all the required analytical, biochemical, and microbiological test methods by completion of the required steps from method development, qualification/optimization, validation, or suitability for compendial methods, and/or transfer.
• Establish a Raw Materials sampling, testing, and release program in compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements (JP, USP, EP, etc.).
• Develop, implement, and ensure a robust, efficient, and compliant raw materials supplier qualification program.
• Coordinate testing and reporting of laboratory results in support of the facility Environmental and Utility monitoring program.
• Lead the QC Lab operations to achieve all required validation and qualification activities for the facility, equipment, analytical instruments, and computerized systems required for project commissioning and operational readiness for start-up.
• Ensure laboratory electronic systems and records are compliant with current 21 CFR Part 11 and Data Integrity (ALCOA++) requirements.
• Hire, onboard, train, and mentor QC staff per approved staffing plans.
• Lead/ensure timely investigation of deviations, laboratory exceptions, or other cGMP issues at the site and initiate and communicate actions (CAPA) for resolution working cross-functionally.
• Establish key performance indicators for the QC laboratories (for example: OOS, Invalid Assays, OOT, Lab Deviations, Testing Turn-around-Times, EM Data trends, etc.).
• Implement and manage the Contamination Control Strategy (CCS), for the site, working cross-functionally.
• Assist Quality Site Head in identifying and qualifying contracted lab services and/contingent staffing as required (e.g.: Disinfectant Efficacy Studies, Mycoplasma, in vitro adventitious virus testing).
• Lead the QC Lab activities required to successfully respond to regulatory requests, complete regulatory and internal inspections of the facility and laboratory areas.

Leadership

• Results-Oriented: Lead teams by setting clear, measurable goals and ensuring accountability for achieving key objectives. Align resources effectively, remove obstacles, and maintain focus on delivering high-quality results within set timelines.
• Empathetic Communication: Listen carefully, give helpful feedback, and handle conflicts with care.
• Team Development: Mentor and guide team members, create actionable growth plans, support ongoing learning, and develop the team with a patient-focused mindset.
• Inclusive Leadership: Build a diverse, respectful environment where everyone feels valued and supported.
• Supportive Environment: Encourage a positive workplace, celebrate achievements, and promote work-life balance.
• Collaboration: Lead by example, promote teamwork and respect, and ensure your actions reflect the organization’s values.
• Emotional Intelligence: Manage emotions thoughtfully, make empathetic decisions with a patient-focused mindset, and stay calm under pressure.

• Change Management: Help teams navigate change with clear communication and flexibility.
• Situational Leadership: Adapt your leadership style to meet the needs of the team, offering guidance or independence as needed, while keeping patient outcomes in mind.
• Stakeholder Management and Alignment Building: Work with different people to build alignment, guide discussions toward common goals, and ensure decisions are aligned with a patient-focused mindset.

Subordinates: Lead QC Planner, QC Microbiology, QC Analytical, and QC Bioassay Laboratory Specialists, with potential for additional positions based on business needs.

Job Requirements:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences (minimum).
• Master’s degree in life science (preferred).

Experience

• At least 10 years of management experience leading GMP Bio-Pharmaceutical Quality Control laboratories and support areas, such as: QC Sample Management, Microbiology, Raw Materials, Analytical, Biochemistry, Stability, Bioassay, and/or Virology.
• Experience managing Quality Assurance teams within Biopharmaceutical manufacturing operations.
• Experience with starting up and operating a biopharma manufacturing facility is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in leading/developing technical teams.

Technical Skills

Proficient in Empower, LIMS|ELN|LES, MS Office Suite, Lean Labs, or Agile lean.

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.

Physical Demands: Initially working on a construction site and in a biotech manufacturing site in Sanford, NC. Work is 100% on-site. This is not a hybrid or remote role.

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

The anticipated salary for this position will be $156,900 to $205,900.  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 matching
• Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
• Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
• Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
• HSA & FSA Programs
• Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
• Long-Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Concierge Service
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Awards

The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.

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