Medical Director, Clinical Development

At Kelonia Therapeutics, our ambitions are bold: to dramatically expand the benefit and reach of genetic medicines. Our goal is to change what’s possible for genetic medicine by building the capabilities, experience, and commitment to bring life-saving medicine to every patient in need. We are a human-first company, driven by a mission to develop transformative genetic medicines for patients and their loved ones.

 

We have brought together pioneers in cell and gene therapy, guided by extraordinary scientific founders and a team committed to turning breakthrough science into real-world impact. As we grow, we are building a culture that values rigor, collaboration, and care for one another.

Support clinical development activities across 1–2 oncology programs, including supporting our lead clinical program KLN-1010, with the ability to expand scope over time 

Perform ongoing medical review of clinical data, including safety, efficacy, and patient-level insights

Contribute to and progressively lead key clinical deliverables, including:  

Clinical study protocols and amendments

Investigator’s Brochures  

Clinical study reports and medical summaries  

Regulatory submission documents (e.g., INDs, briefing materials)  

Partner closely with Clinical Operations, Regulatory, Biometrics, and Translational teams to support high-quality study execution  

Participate in medical monitoring and safety review activities  

Support regulatory submissions and interactions, including preparation of FDA-facing materials, and pharmacovigilance reporting 

Engage with investigators and clinical sites to support trial conduct and enrollment  

Contribute to clinical strategy discussions, with increasing ownership as experience grow

MD required with training in oncology, hematology, or a related field.

Open to candidates directly from academia or with early industry experience (industry experience preferred but not required) 

Strong interest in oncology drug development, particularly in cell and gene therapy  

Foundational understanding of clinical trial design, safety evaluation, and data interpretation  

Interest and willingness to learn and contribute to clinical documentation, including protocols, IBs, and regulatory materials

Ability to analyze clinical data and communicate insights clearly 

Collaborative, low-ego mindset with a willingness to be hands-on and learn in a fast-paced environment

At Kelonia, we’re serious about balance and growth. We offer Flexible Time Off and flexible scheduling aligned with team objectives, a competitive benefits package (health, commuter, and more), and on-site perks including free parking, a state-of-the-art gym, and a food hall, all within a collaborative, inclusive team that invests in your development.