Sr. Specialist, Regulatory Publishing

AstraZeneca; Barcelona; Híbrido; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global biopharmaceutical company seeks a Sr Specialist in Regulatory Publishing in Barcelona to oversee regulatory submissions and ensure compliance with global health authorities. The ideal candidate will manage document preparation, provide oversight for the submission process, and work closely with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a scientific degree, 4 years of industry experience, and solid knowledge of eCTD submissions. This position offers a hybrid work environment with a focus on collaboration and innovation.

Servicios

Flexible working arrangements

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Formación

• Minimum of 4 years pharmaceutical industry experience with regulatory submission management.
• Solid experience in publishing eCTD submissions for US and EU filings is required.
• Knowledgeable of eCTD templates and structure of Modules (1-5).

Responsabilidades

• Responsible for preparation and submission of regulatory documents.
• Provides operational oversight for publishing and timely submission.
• Manages regulatory document submission readiness activities.

Conocimientos

Publishing and compilation of eCTD submissions

Strong verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical discipline

Herramientas

Microsoft Office suite

Adobe Acrobat

RIM systems (Preferably Veeva Vault)

eCTD publishing tools

Descripción del empleo

Location: Barcelona, Spain (Hybrid Model)

This role requires working from the office 03 days per week.

The Sr Specialist, Regulatory Publishing, is accountable for managing the routine and non‑routine submission activity for Alexion’s portfolio. The Sr Specialist, Regulatory Publishing, in collaboration with the Regulatory Lead, designs and executes high quality global submission plans, ensuring Alexion delivers compliant submissions to global health authorities within required timeframes.

The Sr Specialist, Regulatory Publishing, provides technical expertise to cross‑functional submission project teams, to promote and bring excellence in planning, preparation and delivery of regulatory submissions, and will act as the primary point of contact for project and/or submission teams when significant planning effort and oversight is required.

The Sr Specialist, Regulatory Publishing, will also support the Submission Operations Lead and/or Submission Manager, in activities related to setting standards, best practices, KPI collection, developing new procedures and work instructions, lessons learned dissemination and will assist in other activities as needed. It is expected that Sr Specialist Regulatory Publishing, will be significantly involved in publishing activities and will also contribute to archiving activities.

Accountabilities/Duties:

• Responsible for the preparation of documents for publishing (both internal and outsourced to publishing vendor), compilation, Validation and QC of regulatory submissions to Regulatory Health Authorities (e.g., FDA and EMA), including but not limited to IND, BLA/NDA/MAA, IND, protocol amendments, investigator updates, CMC/clinical amendments, meeting requests and briefing books.
• Provides operational oversight for the planning, preparation, publishing, validation and timely submission of assigned applications (IND, BLA, MAA, etc.), updates, amendments, and variations to global regulatory agencies.
• Manages Regulatory document submission readiness activities.
• Involved in development and implementation of standards for dossier management, publishing, archiving and submission process for global regulatory authorities.
• Participates in validation activities for the implementation of RIM (Regulatory Information Management) systems.
• Participates in compliant and timely archiving of regulatory submissions and correspondences in RIM system.
• Involved in regulatory submission process improvements activities and establishing repeatable processes utilizing key technologies, tools and industry best practices.
• Participates in cross‑functional project teams to provide publishing strategies and timelines.
• Participates and shares lessons learnt sessions to encourage process improvement and efficiencies within and across submission project teams.
• Negotiates and agrees on realistic dates for document handoffs in collaboration with the authors and publishers.
• Performs publishing and dossier compilation of routine and non‑routine eCTD and other submissions, as needed (and as assigned).
• In collaboration with the regulatory lead, manages the development and maintenance of a global submission content map, which includes a detailed list of all source submission content (documents, data, etc.) and tracks documents from authoring to approval and publishing.
• As a global submissions expert, ensures the project team has sufficient awareness and knowledge of e‑submissions (eCTD, NeeS, etc.) and lifecycle management concepts and communicates regional differences as appropriate within the context of global submission preparation.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical discipline is required; equivalent experience may be accepted.
• A minimum of 4 years pharmaceutical or other related industry experience with 1-3 years of regulatory submission management experience.
• Solid experience in publishing and compilation of eCTD submissions for US and EU filings is required and experience publishing electronic submissions in other regions is desirable.
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively and build relationships with cross‑functional teams.
• Self‑motivated and results‑oriented with high energy drive.
• Knowledgeable of eCTD templates and structure of Modules (1-5).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Plug‑Ins (e.g. ISIToolbox), electronic document management systems, eCTD publishing tools, eCTD validation and viewing tools.
• Solid experience and knowledge of SharePoint technology and RIM systems (Preferably Veeva Vault) is desired.
• In-depth knowledge of StartingPoint templates.
• Demonstrated project management, organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to multi‑task, pay close attention to detail, and follow projects through to completion to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently (with minimal supervision), as well as work in a team environment with changing timelines and priorities.
• Must be able to adhere to strict project timelines, and to advise teams and management of impacts and changes in project timelines.
• Good understanding of the internal and external interdependencies among submission activities that could have an impact on the schedule or quality of a submission and manage to ensure that submission goals are met on a timely manner and to the highest quality.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life‑changing medicines. In‑person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca's Alexion division, you'll find a place where innovation meets purpose. Our commitment to rare diseases means your work directly impacts lives. With a rapidly expanding portfolio and an entrepreneurial spirit akin to a leading biotech, you'll thrive in a culture that values connection and exploration. Supported by exceptional leaders and peers, you'll be empowered to grow your career while making a difference where it truly counts.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now to join our team!

Date Posted

22-dic-2025

Closing Date

18-ene-2026

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