Administrative Assistant

Oruka Therapeutics; Waltham (MA); Hybrid; USD 38,572 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

A biotech company in Waltham, MA seeks an Administrative Assistant to support multiple team members in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include managing calendars, coordinating travel, and assisting with meeting logistics. Candidates should have at least a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of relevant administrative experience. The pay range is $28.00 to $35.00 per hour with a hybrid work model requiring onsite presence 3 days per week. The company offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of administrative experience, preferably in biotech or healthcare.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex, multi-time-zone calendars and provide administrative support.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements.
• Assist with internal and external meeting logistics.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Company Overview

Oruka Therapeutics (Nasdaq: ORKA) is developing novel biologics designed to set a new standard for the treatment of chronic skin diseases. Oruka’s mission is to offer patients suffering from chronic skin diseases like plaque psoriasis the greatest possible freedom from their condition by achieving high rates of complete disease clearance with dosing as infrequently as once or twice per year. Oruka is advancing a proprietary portfolio of potentially best‑in‑class antibodies that were engineered by Paragon Therapeutics and target the core mechanisms underlying plaque psoriasis and other dermatologic and inflammatory diseases. For more information, visit www.orukatx.com.

Job Title and Location

Administrative Assistant

Location: Waltham, MA – Onsite presence 2‑3 days per week required.

Role Overview

The Administrative Assistant will provide support to multiple team members across our medical and clinical operations groups. This role is well‑suited for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and enjoys balancing administrative and operational responsibilities. The ideal candidate is resourceful, able to anticipate needs, and comfortable adapting quickly as priorities shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively manage complex, multi‑time‑zone calendars and provide day‑to‑day administrative support to multiple team members
• Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights and accommodations
• Prepare and submit accurate, timely expense reports in accordance with company policies
• Assist with internal and external meeting logistics including greeting guests, catering, and materials as needed
• Proactively manage kitchen inventory by stocking supplies and ensuring a clean, organized space
• Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors delivering office supplies and services, and monitor inventory levels, placing orders as needed to maintain appropriate stock
• Assist the Senior Executive Assistant with planning and executing internal events, offsites, and company gatherings

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and 3+ years of administrative experience, preferably in biotech, healthcare, or a fast‑paced environment
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs
• Proficiency with calendar management, expense reporting tools, and standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Team player with a willingness to pitch in wherever needed

Compensation

• An appropriate financial package will be developed for the successful candidate to include a competitive base salary and equity, with a performance‑related bonus opportunity
• Salary range for candidates working in Waltham, MA is $28.00/hour to $35.00/hour. The final salary offered will depend on several factors including experience, industry, education, etc.
• Position is hybrid, based in Waltham, MA. Candidates will be required to be in office 3 days/week
• Oruka is a multi‑state employer; salary range may not reflect positions in other states

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
• A supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As set forth in Oruka Therapeutics’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.