About the role
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.
Position Overview
Kyverna is seeking Vice President, Sales to lead the development and execution of the U.S. commercial sales and go-to-market strategy for a pioneering portfolio of CAR-T therapies. This executive leader will be responsible for building and scaling a high-performing specialty sales organization focused on driving successful launches, maximizing market penetration, and delivering exceptional customer engagement across academic medical centers, integrated delivery networks, community neurology practices, and specialized treatment centers.
The ideal candidate brings a proven track record of commercial leadership in rare disease, neurology, cell and gene therapy, oncology, immunology, or other highly specialized therapeutic areas. This individual will possess deep expertise in launch excellence, account-based selling, treatment center engagement, and navigating complex reimbursement and site-of-care environments.
Department: Commercial
Location: Remote (United States)
Reports To: Chief Commercial Officer
Responsibilities
Commercial Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and execute the U.S. sales strategy supporting the commercialization of CAR-T for autoimmune diseases.
- Build and lead a best-in-class specialty sales organization capable of supporting current and future product launches.
- Establish commercial objectives, territory design, targeting strategies, and deployment models aligned with corporate goals.
- Drive revenue growth while ensuring compliance with all regulatory, legal, and company requirements.
- Partner with executive leadership to shape long-term commercial strategy and portfolio planning.