Kyverna Therapeutics

Sr. Director, Marketing Promotions

Emeryville, CA · Director

Sponsorship not specified$260k-$300kDetected 139 days ago

Project ManagementBrand StrategyForecastingBudgetingLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

Join us at the forefront of cell therapy innovation and help redefine what's possible.
Position Overview Kyverna Therapeutics is seeking a Sr.
This individual will play a critical leadership role in preparing Kyverna for launch and supporting lifecycle management as the organization transitions from development-stage to commercial operations.

Define and own the global promotional strategy for Kyverna's assets, ensuring alignment with brand strategy, corporate objectives, and patient needs.
This includes shaping core promotional narratives, messaging frameworks, and omnichannel engagement strategies that support launch readiness and long-term brand growth.
Develop the commercial launch Plan of Action (POA) for field sales teams; coordinate with Commercial Training to and provide guidance to implement
Lead promotional readiness for first and subsequent product/indication launches, including message testing, omnichannel planning, and execution of strategic and tactical promotional plans.
Build, develop, and mentor a high-performing marketing promotions team and agency partners.
Kyverna Therapeutics is a patient-centered, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing cell therapies for patients suffering from autoimmune diseases.
Director, Marketing Promotions to lead the strategic development, execution, and governance of promotional strategies and activities for miv-cel and future pipeline products.
This role is responsible for building and scaling promotional capabilities in a manner that is patient-centric, scientifically grounded, and fully compliant with global regulatory and ethical standards.
Also work closely with Sales leadership to ensure promotional materials and campaigns effectively support field execution.

12+ years' experience in marketing, promotional regulations, PRC processes, and compliance standards.
Deep experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology marketing promotions, with a strong understanding of regulated promotional environments.
Strong cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to influence and align senior stakeholders across the organization.
Executive presence, strategic judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving, high-growth environment.
Exceptional communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to balance high-level strategy with hands-on leadership.
Comfort navigating ambiguity and contributing at the executive leadership level is essential.
Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree (MBA, PhD, PharmD, or equivalent) preferred.
Demonstrated success leading promotional strategy for cell-therapy, specialty, rare disease, or complex scientific products, ideally including launch experience.
Demonstrated leadership skills with an ability to set a vision, to lead change, and to lead and mentor others.
Strategic Vision, Cross-functional Leadership, Project Management, Ability to influence with and without authority
Firm command of financial management with an understanding of revenue forecasting and expense budget planning and tracking

The Northern California Bay area salary range for this position is $260K to $300K USD annually.

Provide strong leadership skills with an ability to set a vision, manage change and drive performance within a fast-moving, challenging, and dynamic commercial environment
Close collaboration with Medical Affairs to ensure appropriate separation of promotional and non-promotional activities, and with Market Access and HEOR teams to align promotional messaging with payer value narratives.
Partner cross functionally with Legal, Medical, Clinical, Regulatory, Patient Advocacy, and Corp Comme, leading cross-functional projects as needed

Guided by our core values, Stay True to Why, Collaborate to Accelerate, Lead with Clarity, Boldly Innovative, and Own the Outcome, we are committed to transforming the future of treatment for autoimmune disease.

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