Research & Development Project Coordinator

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

• 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.

As the R&D Project Coordinator, you will help plan, manage, and complete research and development projects, supporting both, project managers and the buildout of our Program Management Office.  The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. They will help organize and drive cross-departmental projects across the drug development pipeline, working closely with technical teams and turning complex activities into clear, actionable project plans.

Responsibilities include:

• Partner with the Lead Program Managers in planning, organizing, and tracking activities across Kymera’s programs.
• Develop and maintain integrated program and portfolio plans, timelines, and milestone trackers.
• Coordinate cross-functional dependencies and help ensure program activities remain on schedule and within scope.
• Support the Program Manager in portfolio prioritization, risk assessment, and mitigation planning.
• Maintain consistent program documentation and status updates aligned with organizational standards.
• Help manage and improve program management systems and processes, including templates, tools, and dashboards.
• Maintain and organize program documentation repositories (e.g., meeting notes, action logs, decision registers, and Gantt charts).
• Assist in developing standardized reporting materials for program reviews, governance meetings, and leadership updates.
• Track and reconcile cross-program metrics, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Support coordination across multiple programs to promote consistency and efficiency in planning and execution.
• Assist the team in metrics collection and analysis.

• BS or MS degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience working in biotech or pharma company with a strong interest in working in program/project management.
• Experience with Microsoft Project, SharePoint, ThinkCell.
• Must be results-driven and goal oriented with the ability to anticipate potential problems and resolve before cost and schedule are impacted.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate technical overviews and strategic direction within cross-functional teams and to upper management.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and collaborative environment.

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.

Compensation

• Kymera offers a competitive compensation package that recognizes both results and capabilities through market-based, performance-driven pay.
• The anticipated base salary range for this role is $85,000 – $150,000, with eligibility for annual bonus, equity participation, and comprehensive benefits.
• Actual salary is based on a holistic evaluation of the specific role/level as well as each candidate’s depth of experience and the capabilities they bring to the position.