[Hiring] Associate Director, Medical Communications @Kyverna Therapeutics

Role Description

Kyverna is seeking an experienced and strategic Associate Director, Medical Communications, to lead the development and execution of a comprehensive, publication-focused scientific communications strategy. This role is responsible for shaping and delivering high-impact scientific communications across peer-reviewed journals, medical congresses, and broader external channels.

• Drive the end-to-end publication lifecycle, including publication planning, authorship strategy, content development, and execution excellence.
• Serve as a key leader within Medical Affairs, translating complex clinical and scientific data into clear, credible narratives while ensuring full compliance with Good Publication Practice (GPP), ICMJE guidelines, and internal standards.
• Guide cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure timely, high-quality, and compliant dissemination of data aligned with Kyverna’s scientific and Medical Affairs objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and lifecycle management of the global, integrated publication strategy across Kyverna’s therapeutic pipeline.
• Drive end-to-end execution of scientific publications, including manuscripts, abstracts, posters, oral presentations, and case reports.
• Serve as the primary owner of publication deliverables, accountable for timelines, quality, authorship strategy, and compliance.
• Lead and facilitate cross-functional Publication Team meetings, partnering closely with Clinical Development, Biostatistics, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, and other stakeholders.
• Translate complex clinical trial data into compelling, scientifically accurate narratives.
• Independently write, edit, and critically review scientific and medical content.
• Manage relationships with external collaborators, including key opinion leaders (KOLs), authors, and agencies.
• Oversee publication review processes, incorporating cross-functional feedback while maintaining scientific integrity.
• Ensure full compliance with GPP, ICMJE, and internal SOPs.
• Integrate publication planning with congress strategy.
• Develop and maintain deep expertise in disease areas, product data, and the competitive landscape.
• Identify and implement process improvements, tools, and best practices.
• Stay current with industry trends, innovations, and emerging practices in scientific communications and publications.
• Develop and support other medical communications deliverables, including slide decks, advisory boards, and symposia.
• Attend key scientific congresses to support execution and gather insights on evolving science and competitive intelligence.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent) in a scientific or health-related field preferred; alternatively, a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree with progressively relevant experience.
• 7+ years of experience in medical communications, publications, or scientific communications within biotech, pharmaceutical, or medical communications environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and executing global publication strategies.
• Deep understanding of clinical trial design, data interpretation, and scientific storytelling.
• Strong knowledge of GPP, ICMJE, and regulatory/compliance requirements.
• Exceptional scientific writing, editing, and critical review skills.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
• Experience managing external vendors, agencies, and medical writers.
• Highly organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple complex deliverables.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically while also executing tactically.
• CMPP certification preferred.

Requirements

• The national salary range for this position is from $170,000 to $190,000 USD annually.
• This position is also eligible for bonus, benefits, and participation in Company’s stock plan.