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 our first Executive Assistant 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.
Role Overview:
The Executive Assistant will play a pivotal role in supporting members of our Executive Team, enabling them to focus on strategic priorities and company growth. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys the challenge of managing complex schedules, and is excited about the opportunity to organize offsite meetings and company events. The role requires a high level of professionalism, adaptability, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Key Responsibilities:
Administrative Support: Manage complex calendars, arrange travel itineraries, process expense reports, and facilitate critical document control for members of the executive team with precision and attention to detail.
Meeting and Event Planning: Take the lead in organizing impactful offsite meetings and company-wide events that foster team bonding and culture building. This includes venue selection, logistics coordination, and agenda setting to ensure events run smoothly and meet organizational objectives.
Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact between the executive team and internal/external stakeholders. Manage communication with professionalism and tact, ensuring timely and effective transmission of information.
Project Management: Assist with special projects, providing research support, preparing presentations, and tracking progress against goals.
Culture Champion: Actively contribute to creating an engaging, inclusive, and positive work environment. Initiate and implement ideas for cultural initiatives, team building activities, and ways to enhance employee morale.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or similar administrative support role, preferably in a biotech startup environment.
Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and other administrative tools.
A proactive, solution-oriented approach, with the ability to anticipate needs and act with autonomy.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and the capacity to work effectively under pressure.
Passionate about fostering a positive workplace culture and enthusiastic about planning and executing company events.
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.