Kyverna Therapeutics is a patient-centered, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing cell therapies for patients suffering from autoimmune diseases. 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. Join us at the forefront of cell therapy innovation and help redefine what’s possible.

Kyverna is seeking a Medical Communications Medical Affairs Writer (Contract) responsible for the development, coordination, and execution of high-quality scientific publications, congress materials, and medical content that communicate clinical and translational data accurately, compliantly, and effectively. This role partners closely with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Biostatistics, Regulatory, and other external writers to ensure timely dissemination of data in accordance with global publication standards and company objectives.

This is a highly cross-functional role requiring strong scientific writing expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deliverables in a fast-paced clinical-stage environment.

Responsibilities

Support the development and execution of the global medical communication and publication plans aligned with Medical Affairs and clinical program objectives
Author, edit, and manage a range of publication and other medical communication deliverables, including:

Primary manuscripts
Review articles
Abstracts
Slide Decks (MSL and HCP)
Congress posters and oral presentations
Plain language summaries (as applicable)

Ensure content is scientifically accurate, balanced, and aligned with source data
Translate complex clinical, preclinical, and translational data into clear, compelling scientific narratives
Manage internal review, approval workflows, and version control
Partner with Clinical Development, Biostatistics, Regulatory, Commercial (as appropriate), and external medical writers
Support author engagement, including coordinating feedback and revisions with key opinion leaders (KOLs)
Inquiry management – Monitor the inquiry inbox and respond to patient and physician inquiries using approved templates

Qualifications

Advanced degree in a scientific or medical discipline (PhD, PharmD, MD, or MS with relevant experience)
10+ years of medical or scientific writing experience in publications within biotech, pharma, or medical communications
Demonstrated experience authoring manuscripts, abstracts, and congress materials
Strong understanding of clinical trial design, statistics, and data interpretation
Working knowledge of publication ethics and guidelines (ICMJE, GPP)
Experience supporting publications for cell therapy, immunology, or rare/autoimmune diseases
Exceptional scientific writing and editing skills
Strong project management and organizational abilities
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across functions
High attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance
Clear communicator with the ability to manage competing priorities