Kymera Therapeutics · 17 hours ago
Executive Director, Communications
Greater Boston
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$245K/yr - $335K/yr
15+ years expKymera Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on targeted protein degradation to develop innovative medicines. The Executive Director, Communications will design and lead the integrated communications strategy, ensuring alignment across various audiences and overseeing narrative development, media relations, and digital strategy.
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Responsibilities
Design, build, and lead the company’s integrated communications strategy
Serve as the architect of Kymera’s internal and external voice, developing a cohesive narrative
Act as a senior advisor on all communications matters, ensuring alignment across key audiences
Create and execute a holistic communications strategy that supports Kymera’s near- and long-term objectives
Own narrative development, media relations, digital and social strategy, executive visibility, investor messaging, and internal communications
Oversee Kymera’s corporate website and drive content strategy across digital channels
Manage the company’s external communications agency
Guide disclosure planning for key milestones including data readouts, regulatory events, and conference participation
Work closely with Medical Affairs on the development of scientific and patient-facing content
Own the company’s communications infrastructure, including oversight of Kymera’s intranet
Partner cross-functionally to reinforce Kymera’s values and culture
Directly manage a communications team member and oversee departmental goal-setting, performance metrics, and budget
Qualification
Required
15+ years of progressive experience in corporate communications, ideally in biotechnology or the broader life sciences industry
Proven experience leading both internal and external communications, including digital and social strategy, media relations, and executive visibility
Track record of success partnering closely with senior leadership and investor relations in a public company environment
Experience supporting communications for clinical data readouts, scientific conferences, and regulatory milestones
Ability to translate complex science and data into compelling and accessible content for diverse audiences
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strategic thinker with a proactive mindset and the ability to operate both at a high level and hands-on
Prior experience managing vendors and agencies; budget management experience required
Demonstrated experience managing teams and coaching senior leaders on communications best practices
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in communications, journalism, or life sciences a plus
Benefits
Eligibility for annual bonus
Equity participation
Comprehensive benefits
Company
Kymera Therapeutics
Kymera Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that specializes in the field of targeted protein degradation.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.96BKey Investors
Biotechnology Value FundAtlas Venture
2025-12-10Post Ipo Equity· $602M
2025-06-26Post Ipo Equity· $250.8M
2024-08-19Post Ipo Equity· $225M
Leadership Team
Nello Mainolfi
Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer
Jeremy Chadwick
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2026-01-11
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