Associate Director, Biostatistics

Oruka Therapeutics Inc; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 182,000 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Equity

Bonus opportunity

Job summary

Oruka Therapeutics Inc. is seeking an Associate Director of Biostatistics to lead statistical strategy and execution across multiple clinical trials.

You will supervise study design, SAPs, and reporting, while coordinating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced biotech setting. The role requires a PhD in Biostatistics (or MS with extensive experience) and strong SAS/R skills, with a focus on regulatory standards and data quality.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Statistics, or related field with 5+ years in clinical trials, or MS with 8+ years.
• Expertise in study design, sample size, modeling, and analysis for trials.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and exercise independent judgment.
• Experience with FDA/EMA, ICH-GCP, and CDISC ADaM standards.
• Strong programming skills and ability to guide data management and programming.
• Experience with immunology/inflammation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide statistical leadership for Phase I–IV programs and trials.
• Lead protocol sections, SAPs, and reports with independence.
• Develop statistical programs for ad-hoc analyses and reviews.
• Oversee CRO biostatistics vendors and manage timelines.

Skills

Biostatistics

Clinical trials

Statistical programming

SAS

R

Leadership

GCP/ICH

Cross-functional

Education

PhD in Biostatistics

MS in Biostatistics

Tools

SAS

R

Job description

Menlo Park, California, United States; Remote; Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

About Us:

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

As we build our core team, we're seeking top talent in different functional areas who are 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.

Location: Remote or Hybrid, with 2-3 days in the office if within commuting distance of Menlo Park, CA or Waltham, MA

Role Overview:

The Associate Director of Biostatistics will provide statistical leadership and operational execution for clinical development programs and individual clinical trials. This individual will serve as the lead biostatistician for multiple Phase I to IV clinical studies and will be responsible for providing expert guidance on study design, statistical analysis plans, and the reporting and interpretation of clinical trial results. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in statistical methodology, curiosity for staying informed on advances in statistics, proficiency in statistical programming languages, independence in managing project deliverables, and the ability to work collaboratively across different functions in a fast-paced biotech environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive statistical execution for assigned programs, providing critical input on study design, protocol development, and statistical analysis planning while collaborating closely with cross‑functional study teams.
• Manage and track biostatistics timeline and deliverables for assigned projects, ensuring timeline completion of quality deliverables while proactively communicating resource constraints and risk.
• Authors and critically reviews protocol statistical sections, statistical analysis plans, clinical study reports, associated publications, and other study level documents with a high degree of independence.
• Provide statistical input for data management and programming deliverables (e.g. data collection tools, analysis datasets) to ensure alignment with protocol objectives and statistical analyses.
• Develop statistical programs to support ad-hoc analysis requests, manuscripts and presentations. Provide critical statistical review of scientific reports and publications, ensuring appropriate and accurate data presentation.
• Oversee CRO biostatistics vendors, including timeline and deliverable management while ensuring quality deliverables within agreed timelines..
• Ensure compliance with company SOPs and working practices, ICH and GCP guidelines, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field with 5+ years of experience in clinical trials, or a Masters degree with 8+ years of experience.
• Strong, up-to-date expertise/knowledge of statistical methodologies related to areas such as clinical trial design, sample size determination, statistical modeling and analysis.
• Proven capability to provide statistical leadership and guidance to cross‑functional teams at the study and project level and exercise independent judgement.
• Familiarity in the design, data capture, and analysis of clinical trials with potentially high placebo response.
• Experience in the area of Immunology and Inflammation is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of applicable FDA/EMA regulations, ICH‑GCP guidelines, and statistical submission requirements. Expertise in CDISC standards, including ADaM requirements
• Advanced proficiency of the SAS programming language; knowledge of R or similar language a plus.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple concurrent deliverables and ad‑hoc requests.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a dynamic, cross‑functional, and fast‑paced team environment.

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.
• The anticipated salary range for candidates, $182,000 to $208,000. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Oruka is a multi‑state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

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.

Salary Range for the Role

$182,000 - $208,000 USD

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.

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