Here at Kelonia Therapeutics, we aren’t just a clinical company; we’re trailblazers in viral engineering, pushing the boundaries of in vivo lentiviral gene and cell therapy. We're not just a team; we're dreamers on a mission to bring the promise of cell and gene therapy to every patient in need.

We've gathered a group of pioneers in cell and gene therapy to lead our journey, with extraordinary scientific founders at the helm, providing the cutting-edge technology that sets us apart. We're not just building a company; we're cultivating a culture that values both skill and care.

What You Will Do:

Clinical Trial Execution & Program Ownership

Lead the end-to-end execution of clinical trials from study start-up through close-out
Translate clinical development strategy into actionable operational plans, timelines, and budgets
Own study-level delivery, ensuring trials are conducted on time, within budget, and in compliance
Identify risks early and drive mitigation strategies to maintain program momentum

Vendor & CRO Management

Lead day-to-day oversight of CROs and external vendors, ensuring performance, quality, and accountability
Define and track KPIs and deliverables, escalating issues as needed
Partner with VP and cross-functional stakeholders on vendor selection and governance
Act as the primary escalation point for operational challenges

Cross-Functional Program Leadership

Drive alignment across:

Clinical Development
Translational & Research
Regulatory
CMC / Manufacturing

Ensure seamless communication of timelines, risks, and decisions across teams
Represent clinical operations in program-level discussions and decision-making

Operational Planning & Infrastructure

Build and implement study-level processes, tools, and tracking mechanisms
Contribute to the development of broader clinical operations infrastructure in partnership with the VP
Identify gaps in execution and proactively implement improvements

Quality, Compliance & Inspection Readiness

Ensure study execution aligns with ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements, and internal SOPs
Oversee TMF quality and completeness at the study level, ensuring inspection readiness
Support audits and inspections in collaboration with Quality and VP Clinical Operations
Embed a culture of proactive quality and operational excellence

Team Leadership & Development

Provide direction and mentorship to clinical operations staff (e.g., CTAs, CTMs) as applicable
Foster accountability, prioritization, and strong execution across the study team
Contribute to hiring and scaling of the clinical operations function

What You Will Bring:

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or related field; advanced degree preferred with 10+ years (Director) / 12+ years (Senior Director) in clinical operations
Demonstrated experience leading early-phase oncology clinical trials (Phase I/II)
Experience in hematological malignancies and cell and gene therapy strongly preferred
Proven success managing CROs and cross-functional clinical programs
Deep understanding of clinical trial execution, ICH-GCP, and global regulatory requirements
Experience with clinical systems (e.g., CTMS, eTMF, EDC)
Strong operational planning and risk management capabilities
Experience managing study budgets and timelines

Strong execution mindset with end-to-end ownership of deliverables
Ability to operate effectively in a lean, ambiguous, and fast-moving environment
Skilled at balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Excellent communication and cross-functional influence
Proactive problem solver with a focus on delivering results

The anticipated salary range for candidates for this is below. The final salary offered will depend on several factors, which may include, but is not limited to, relevant years of experience, skills, qualifications, job knowledge, and educational background.

$190,000 - $252,000 a year (Director)

$228,000 - $286,000 a year (Sr. Director)

At Kelonia, we’re serious about balance and growth. You’ll get Flexible Time Off, flexible scheduling that aligns with your needs and our objectives, a competitive benefits package (health, commuter, and more), and great on-site perks that include free parking, a state-of-the-art gym, and a food hall – all within a collaborative, inclusive team that invests in your development and makes big things happen together.

Kelonia Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable law. Kelonia does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Type: Flexible

Location: Boston, MA

Director/Sr. Director, Clinical Operations