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Manager/Director, Corporate Development

4 weeks ago


San Francisco CA, United States Oruka Therapeutics Full time

About Us: Oruka Therapeutics is a newly launched company whose mission is to restore skin health. We were founded by well-known investors at Fairmount Funds, in the same model as Apogee Therapeutics and Spyre Therapeutics which together have raised $700M+ over the past two years and have made successful public debuts. We have a lead program that we expect will be in the clinic in 2025 and could offer transformative efficacy for a disease that affects millions of people. As we build our core team, we're seeking top talent in different functional areas who is not just looking for a job, but an opportunity to be part of something bigger. Someone who is passionate about making a difference and eager to contribute to establishing an engaged, inclusive, and positive company culture. 

Position Overview: We’re looking to add a member to our Corporate Development & Strategy team who’s excited by the opportunity to join a small, fast-moving company seeking to set a new standard for the treatment of chronic skin diseases. This position will play a critical role in formulating the strategy for the company and our portfolio of potentially best-in-class antibodies. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in corporate and/or pipeline strategy, a track record of delivering high impact insights, and exceptional verbal and written communication skills. This person must have a strong desire to “roll up their sleeves” and contribute in any way possible as we build the company and advance our programs at rapid speed. In addition, they will bring a “team-first” mentality and a passion for developing paradigm-changing therapies. This role reports to the Vice President of Corporate Development & Strategy. The title of the role will depend on the qualifications of the applicant.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drive corporate strategy efforts related to our portfolio of novel biologics, including pipeline prioritization, identification of new growth opportunities, and other special projects
  • Support our pipeline programs through development of overall program strategy, contributing to development plans, conducting market analyses, performing competitive intelligence, building financial models, and providing analytical support for key decisions
  • Contribute to business development, investor relations, corporate communications, and other activities as needed
  • Collaborate closely with clinical development, program management, legal, finance, and other functions to support advancement of our programs and company
  • Serve as a strategic thought partner to senior leadership in the creation, refinement, articulation, and execution of our business and program strategy

Qualifications:

  • 4+ years of experience in the biopharma industry, which could include management consulting and/or comparable experience
  • Ability to apply a deep scientific and clinical understanding and broad knowledge of drug development to drive the business forward
  • Strategic mindset with a record of delivering high impact insights; ability to dissect information quickly and develop data-backed recommendations for R&D programs
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with prior experience presenting to senior leadership and Board of Directors
  • Collaborative, team-first attitude; adept at working with many different disciplines both inside and outside the company
  • An “undaunted” attitude, high energy, and a passion for delivering paradigm-changing therapies to patients
  • Undergraduate training in a scientific discipline

Preferred Qualifications :

  • Prior Immunology & Inflammation experience from academia or industry

What We Offer:

  • 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.
  • Flexible work arrangements – opportunity for hybrid work between home and our Boston Area office.
  • A supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.

We're looking forward to hearing how you can contribute to our team and mission. Join us in shaping the future of our company and making a real impact every day.

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