Senior Scientific Communications Manager

Oruka Therapeutics is developing novel biologics for chronic skin diseases, aiming to improve patient outcomes with infrequent dosing. They are seeking top talent to join their innovative team and contribute to scientific and medical communications.

Location: Remote

Salary: $161,000—$187,000 USD

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine scientific messaging across programs and stages of development
• Draft and manage scientific content such as slide decks, congress materials, medical Information letters, medical affairs and training materials, FAQs and background documents, external scientific communication projects (webinars, podcasts, product theaters, symposia)
• Translate preclinical, translational, and clinical data into audience-appropriate communications
• Partner cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Regulatory, and company leadership to ensure scientific accuracy and message consistency
• Help prepare materials for advisory boards, investigator meetings, and scientific congresses
• Contribute to the development of the company’s scientific narrative as programs advance

Requirements

• Advanced degree in life sciences preferred
• Approximately 5+ years of relevant experience in scientific communications, medical communications, medical affairs, medical information, or a related biotech/pharma function
• Experience in dermatology or immunology strongly preferred
• Strong scientific writing and editing skills, with the ability to tailor content to different audiences
• Solid understanding of drug development, clinical research, and interpretation of scientific data
• Experience supporting scientific communications deliverables such as presentations and congress materials
• Experience developing or reviewing Medical Information content is strongly preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to scientific accuracy and compliance
• Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and adapt quickly in a startup setting
• Experience working with vendors, medical writers, or outsourced contact center/Med Info partners
• Collaborative, practical, and comfortable working across functions with limited structure

Benefits

• A chance to be part of a vibrant startup culture where your work can directly impact bringing new medicines to patients.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Additional Information

• The role requires the ability to travel at least twice yearly to company all hands meetings and optionally to scientific conferences.