Associate - Regulatory CMC Strategy

Pfizer Ltd; Chennai; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer Ltd in Chennai, India is seeking an Associate I-Reg CMC Strategy to support the Brands CMC Strategist for renewals and annual reports. You will work closely with the CMC Global Regulatory Strategist and cross-functional teams to prepare and submit CMC contributions within defined timelines.

The role requires postgraduate qualifications in pharmacy/science, strong English communication, and 0–1 year experience in regulatory affairs with attention to detail and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• Good conceptual and reasoning skills.
• Attention to details.

Responsibilities

• Supports Renewal CMC contributors for global renewal filings.
• Prepares CMC contributions for renewals (Module 1, 2.3.S/P, 3.2.S/P/R/A).
• Coordinates with GRS-CMC, RRHS, and other functions to meet timelines.
• Reviews and updates dossier components; tracks risks and timelines.
• Manages sign-off activities and uses Pfizer systems for submissions.
• Supports Annual Report CMC contributions and changes.

Skills

English communication

Attention to details

Regulatory affairs

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Postgraduate in Pharmacy/Science

Job description

Associate I-Reg CMC Strategy

JOB SUMMARY

Provides functional support to the Brands CMC Strategist for the License Renewals and Annual Reports team, working closely with the CMC Global Regulatory Strategist – CMC (GRS‑CMC) and cross‑functional teams (RRHS/PCO/RCM/Site CNM) to prepare and submit CMC contributions for Renewal and Annual Report applications across global markets, in line with defined timelines.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Renewals CMC Responsibilities

Demonstrates Fundamental Knowledge of Process Principles and Concepts; Activities Include, but Are Not Limited to: Provides support to Renewal Strategists in the preparation of CMC contributions for renewal applications for assigned products across global markets. Authors and/or compiles CMC contributions for renewals (e.g., Module 1, Module 2.3.S/P, and Module 3.2.S/P/R/A); collaborates with GRS‑CMC and RRHS, as appropriate, and within agreed timelines. Liaises with Pfizer Global Supply and other support functions, as needed. Applies relevant regulatory guidelines for authoring renewal documentation. Executes the regulatory strategy for renewals while considering registered content and seeks endorsement from GRS‑CMC and/or RRHS. Reviews technical and supporting information for submission to support renewal applications. Updates impacted dossier components, as required; escalates timeline delays and contributes to the identification and mitigation of risks with support from the Team Lead (TL) or designee; flags identified risks to the CMC GRL and/or appropriate leadership. Coordinates Module 1 and Module 3.2.R ancillary documents, as needed. Coordinates internal document review and sign‑off activities. Utilizes Pfizer systems (e.g., PEARL, GDMS, PDM, SPA), as appropriate.

Annual Report (AR) CMC Responsibilities

Reviews changes implemented during the reporting period for completeness and accuracy; develops the initial Annual Report regulatory strategy while considering registered content and seeks endorsement from the CMC GRL. Authors and/or compiles CMC contributions based on changes made during the applicable reporting period (e.g., Modules 1 and 3), under the guidance of the CMC GRL, within agreed timelines. Reviews all relevant systems to confirm post‑approval changes submitted and approved, including commitments made and fulfilled. Reviews technical and supporting information for submission to support Annual Report changes. Manages and reviews stability contributions to ensure accuracy and consistency with approved commitments. Reviews and applies relevant U.S. regulatory guidelines to confirm appropriate Annual Reportable filing classifications. Develops technical justifications for changes for agency submission, as needed. Updates impacted dossier components, as required. Coordinates Module 3.2.R ancillary documents, as needed. Escalates timeline delays and flags identified risks to the CMC GRL and/or appropriate leadership. Coordinates internal document review and sign‑off activities. Utilizes Pfizer CMC systems (e.g., GDMS, PDM, SPA), as appropriate. Ensures compliance with Pfizer internal procedures and training SOPs (PLA).

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

Indicate qualifications and skills that are necessary for performance of responsibilities including: education, relevant experience, licenses, certifications and other job-related technical and managerial skills. Preferred Education: Minimum – Postgraduate in Pharmacy / Science Preferred Experience: Minimum 0 - 1 Years in leading independently in the Regulatory Affairs function in a reputed Pharmaceutical Organization. Excellent oral and written English communication skills. Good conceptual and reasoning skills. Attention to details. Preferred Attributes: Excellent oral and written English communication skills. Good conceptual, analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills. Good conceptual and reasoning skills. Attention to details. Technical Skills: Regulatory requirements of post approval changes for US Oral Solid Dosage form and sterile injectable manufacturing and regulatory data requirements for submission of ARs. Knowledge in retrieving information from company’s and regulatory agency databases. Basic level of knowledge on general standards, processes and policies of Pfizer/Pharmaceutical manufacturing Industry. Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates. To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers . Regulatory Affairs Experience Level Mid Level