Senior Publications Manager

Senior Publications Manager

Remote
Oruka Therapeutics 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.
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.
Job Title: Senior Publications Manager
Location: Remote
Role Overview: We are looking for a Senior Publications Manager to lead publication planning and execution across our clinical and scientific programs. This role will be responsible for driving high-quality, timely development of manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and related scientific communications in close partnership with internal cross-functional teams and external medical writing vendors.
This is a highly collaborative, hands-on role for someone who understands the strategic importance of publications in biotech and can manage multiple deliverables across a fast-moving environment. The right person will be comfortable building processes, partnering with subject matter experts, and ensuring scientific outputs are accurate, compliant, and aligned with broader medical affairs and development objectives.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys both strategy and execution and is excited to help build the publications function within a growing biotech company.
Key Responsibilities:
Publications Strategy and Planning
Lead development and execution of publication plans aligned with company strategy, clinical milestones, and medical affairs objectives
Partner with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Biostatistics, Regulatory, and other internal stakeholders to identify publication opportunities and priorities
Help define publication strategy across manuscripts, abstracts, posters, congress presentations, and other scientific outputs
Maintain visibility into timelines, dependencies, and milestone-driven deliverables across programs
Track relevant congress deadlines and publication opportunities to support proactive planning
Publication Development and Execution
Manage end-to-end development of scientific publications, including:
manuscripts
review articles
abstracts
posters
oral presentations
encore materials, as appropriate
Coordinate author review, internal review, and approval workflows to support on-time delivery
Ensure materials accurately reflect scientific data and are consistent with agreed messaging and publication objectives
Partner with internal subject matter experts to shape content direction, interpret data, and resolve comments efficiently
Support preparation for scientific congresses by driving abstract and poster development from concept through final delivery
Oversee publication timelines, status trackers, and document version control
Vendor and Agency Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for external medical writing vendors and publications agencies
Manage vendor scope, timelines, budgets, and deliverable quality
Provide clear direction and feedback to vendors to ensure content meets scientific, stylistic, and strategic expectations
Review drafts critically for scientific accuracy, clarity, completeness, and consistency
Help establish productive, scalable ways of working with external writing partners
Monitor vendor performance and help identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and collaboration
Process and Compliance
Help build and refine publications processes
Ensure publication activities are conducted in accordance with internal policies, publication standards, and applicable industry guidelines
Support documentation of publication decisions, authorship rationale, and review history as needed
Contribute to publication governance, tracking, and planning tools that improve transparency and execution
Promote high standards for scientific integrity, authorship practices, and publication quality
Qualifications:
Required BA/BS in related discipline, a combination of relevant education and applicable job experience may be considered
Advanced degree in life sciences preferred
Experience in the dermatology or immunology therapeutic areas highly preferred.
5+ years of relevant experience in publications, medical affairs, scientific communications, or medical writing within biotech, pharma, or a medical communications environment
Knowledge of ICMJE recommendations, Good Publication Practice guidelines, and standard publication planning processes.
Strong experience managing scientific publications, including manuscripts, abstracts, and posters
Demonstrated experience working with and managing external medical writing vendors or publications agencies
Strong understanding of publication planning, congress execution, and scientific data communication
Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex deliverables simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide thoughtful editorial and strategic feedback
High attention to detail and commitment to scientific accuracy, quality, and compliance
Ability to work cross-functionally and build strong relationships in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
Ability to operate with autonomy and help build processes where structure is still evolving
The ability to travel twice yearly to company all hands meetings and optionally to scientific conferences where presence is of value
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, who will work remotely is $161,000 to $187,000. 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
$161,000 - $187,000 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.