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 Summary
The Director, Quality Control (QC) provides enterprise-level strategic and operational leadership for Quality Control activities supporting both development and commercial programs. This role serves as the primary point of accountability for QC oversight across the organization, including outsourced testing networks, stability programs, regulatory submissions, and global inspection readiness. The Director, QC partners closely with Technical Development, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, and other cross-functional stakeholders to ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements while enabling efficient pipeline advancement and commercial execution.
As a senior quality leader, the Director, QC is responsible for building and sustaining a scalable, inspection-ready QC organization. The role drives continuous improvement across the quality system, provides strategic input into program and manufacturing decisions, and represents QC to the executive level. This position has significant influence on regulatory outcomes, operational performance, and the overall credibility of the company’s quality function.
Job Title: Director, Quality Control
Reports To: Vice President, Quality
Location: Hybrid in Emeryville, CA or Remote Eligible