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Associate Director, Medical Communications
Kyverna TherapeuticsAssociate Director leading medical communications strategy at Kyverna Therapeutics. Responsible for high-impact publication lifecycle and compliance with medical affairs objectives.
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the development and lifecycle management of the global, integrated publication strategy across Kyverna’s therapeutic pipeline, ensuring alignment with clinical milestones, regulatory timelines, and Medical Affairs priorities.
- Drive end-to-end execution of scientific publications, including manuscripts, abstracts, posters, oral presentations, and case reports, ensuring scientific rigor, clarity, and consistency across all deliverables.
- Serve as the primary owner of publication deliverables, accountable for timelines, quality, authorship strategy, and compliance across all outputs.
- Lead and facilitate cross-functional Publication Team meetings, partnering closely with Clinical Development, Biostatistics, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate interpretation and communication of clinical data.
- Translate complex clinical trial data into compelling, scientifically accurate narratives that support scientific exchange and external engagement.
- Independently write, edit, and critically review scientific and medical content, while providing strategic oversight of external medical writers and publication vendors.
- Manage relationships with external collaborators, including key opinion leaders (KOLs), authors, and agencies, ensuring efficient coordination and high-quality outputs.
- Oversee publication review processes, incorporating cross-functional feedback while maintaining scientific integrity and alignment with communication objectives.
- Ensure full compliance with GPP, ICMJE, and internal SOPs, including appropriate documentation, transparency, and authorship standards.
- Integrate publication planning with congress strategy, supporting abstracts, presentations, and related scientific communication activities aligned with key congress milestones.
- Develop and maintain deep expertise in disease areas, product data, and the competitive landscape to inform publication strategy and messaging.
- Identify and implement process improvements, tools, and best practices to enhance publication efficiency, quality, and scalability.
- 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, as needed.
- Attend key scientific congresses to support execution and gather insights on evolving science and competitive intelligence.
Requirements
What you’ll need- 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, with a strong track record of delivering high-impact scientific publications.
- Deep understanding of clinical trial design, data interpretation, and scientific storytelling.
- Strong knowledge of GPP, ICMJE, and regulatory/compliance requirements governing industry-sponsored publications.
- Exceptional scientific writing, editing, and critical review skills, with high attention to detail and accuracy.
- 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 in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively across functions and levels.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically while also executing tactically.
- CMPP certification preferred.
Benefits
Comp & perks- bonus
- benefits
- participation in Company’s stock plan
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Hard Skills & Tools
scientific writingeditingcritical reviewclinical trial designdata interpretationpublication strategy developmentscientific storytellingpublication lifecycle managementmanuscript preparationabstract development
Soft Skills
leadershipcross-functional collaborationstrategic thinkingcommunicationinterpersonal skillsorganizational skillsattention to detailproactivityinfluencing without authorityability to manage multiple deliverables
Certifications
CMPP