Director, IT Applications

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 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 contribute:

Kymera is seeking a dynamic individual to be our Director of IT applications, focusing on Clinical and Regulatory applications. This pivotal role is all about driving excellence in our enterprise applications, specifically tailored for clinical and regulatory functions. As a key partner to the business, you'll provide IT systems leadership and build essential capabilities as Kymera advances further into the clinic.

• From initiation to closure, you'll successfully manage IT projects, including vendor selection, business requirements, design, development, documentation, testing, training, and hypercare.
• Cultivate strong, effective partnerships with each business function to ensure seamless collaboration.
• Identify and implement enhancements to our existing suite of solutions, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of the business.
• Work closely with application vendors, implementation partners, and managed support providers to deliver and maintain best-in-class solutions.
• Provide hands-on support for key applications while leveraging managed support providers for optimal efficiency.
• Support change management and governance activities to ensure new items are tested and implemented effectively.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, including data privacy and FDA computer systems validation (21 CFR Part 11).

Skills and experience you’ll bring:

• 10+ years of experience with enterprise IT applications and 5+ years of management experience.
• Proven experience in delivering enterprise IT solutions in partnership with clinical and regulatory functions.
• Experience in small to mid-sized biotech companies is a plus.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle diverse projects simultaneously, requiring detailed analysis, creative problem-solving, time management, and sound judgment.
• A proven track record of successfully achieving challenging goals.
• Effective analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate information with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate well to people at all levels, recognize interests, and build bridges.
• Ability to negotiate and collaborate with stakeholders to determine the best solutions for the company.

Skills and experience not an exact match?:

Go ahead and submit your resume (and a cover letter, if you’d like!).  If this role isn't right for you, we can keep you in mind for future opportunities.

Kymera Therapeutics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sex, marital status, gender expression or identity, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.