Senior Outsourcing Associate, Clinical Outsourcing

Oruka Therapeutics

Sr. Outsourcing Associate managing vendor and site agreements for clinical trials at Oruka Therapeutics.

Posted 6/11/2026full-timeMenlo Park • California, Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $146,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supports the preparation and tracking of site agreements.
Monitors Progress of contract negotiation and execution and providers regular updates to all stakeholders
Creates effective partnerships with vendors to cultivate and support long term relationships
If applicable, negotiation of Clinical Trial Agreements and site budgets with US and Canadian sites
Oversight of third-party negotiations of global Clinical Trial Agreements / Site Budgets
Assists with vendor governance activities as needed
Partners with vendors and internal stakeholders to identify, manage, escalate and resolve issues related to vendor performance
Maintenance of Clinical Outsourcing team Outsourcing Plans, Timelines and Processes
Effectively communicates, develops and cultivates operationally excellent internal cross-departmental and external vendor relationships to enable advancement of clinical development programs
Negotiates change orders and ensures vendors adhere to contract terms.
Assists with the generation of Request for Information (RFIs), Request for Proposal (RFPs), and assists Clinical Operations, Biometrics or Clinical Development with the service provider selection process including bid comparison analysis, bid defense coordination and leadership of proposal review meetings
Oversight and execution of contract lifecycle management for assigned clinical studies, vendors and/or program(s)
Supports the identification, development, improvement and implementation of processes and tools related to outsourcing activities
Key contributing member of the Clinical Outsourcing team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Required BA/BS in related discipline, a combination of relevant education and applicable job experience may be considered
3-5+ years of related experience in a Biotech or Pharmaceutical organization.
Exposure to drug development, clinical operations and clinical outsourcing
Ability to prepare/negotiate/track external provider work/change orders, etc.
Ability to stay organized across multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment
Excellent negotiation skills
Provide a customer service approach to internal team members
Exposure to RFI/RFP development, proposal evaluation, and contract and budget management.
Strong organizational and time management skills and strong attention to detail, with proven ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and effectively
Excellent computer skills including advanced knowledge in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Smartsheet
Must be a self-starter
Works effectively in a matrix cross-functional environment and can effectively influence stakeholders
Good business judgment and a strong understanding of the unique aspects of clinical financials
Must have the ability to interact with a diverse set of clinical team and functions across Oruka Therapeutics
Fluent in English (verbal and written) and excellent communication skills, including the ability to understand and present budget information effectively
High sense of accountability/urgency.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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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Hard Skills & Tools

contract negotiationClinical Trial Agreementssite budgetsvendor governanceRequest for Information (RFI)Request for Proposal (RFP)contract lifecycle managementbudget managementclinical operationsdrug development

Soft Skills

negotiation skillscustomer serviceorganizational skillstime managementattention to detailself-starterinfluencing stakeholderscommunication skillsability to handle multiple tasksbusiness judgment

Certifications

BA/BS in related discipline