Director, Global Regulatory Affairs CMC

The Director of Global Regulatory Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (GRA-CMC) will develop and implement global CMC regulatory strategy leading to successful registration and life-cycle management of unique and technologically complex products.

Accountabilities

• Lead the development and implementation of global CMC regulatory strategy supporting both clinical and commercial products.
• Primary project leader responsible for the development of CMC regulatory strategies, submissions, and compliance activities.
• Provide and drive strategic and operational global CMC regulatory direction and documentation for assigned projects/products covering initial registrations and approval/post-approval activities.
• Lead assigned CMC programs, managing delivery of regulatory and strategic activities, including initial registrations and post-approval changes, portfolio growth initiatives, and ongoing compliance of commercial products in the portfolio.
• Develop regulatory strategies for global CMC product lifecycle management, with limited oversight. Independently resolve complex issues and manage regulatory risks. Champion opportunities for regulatory innovation / promote the use of novel approaches and present CMC strategies and plans to management teams!
• Initiate, prepare, and lead teams for CMC meetings with regulatory authorities to reach agreement on complex CMC requirements. Collaborate with Health Authorities to discuss and define regulatory applications (Quality Module, Responses, and Commitments).
• Partner with and serve as the GRA-CMC representative within cross-functional project teams including Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Technical Services, Process Development, Quality, and other key partners both internal and external to the company.
• Participate in GMP inspections and lead GRA-CMC interactions.
• Propose new/revised policies and recommend standard interpretation of global regulations. Maintain an awareness of global legislation and assess its impact on the business and product development programs.
• Contribute to local and regional regulatory initiatives

Essential Skills/Experience

• BA/BS degree (or equivalent) in a scientific field
• At least 10 years experience in biopharmaceutical or related industry experience with experience in regulatory or quality
• Experience with diverse range of small molecule/vaccines/biologic products and dosage forms is desirable. Other proven experience in the pharmaceutical industry, for example in (Bio)Pharmaceutical or Analytical Development, Quality Control, Manufacture, also considered
• Strong written and communication skills

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Education: MS or Ph.D. preferred.

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