Associate Director, CMC Regulatory Affairs — Biologics

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in Cambridge, MA or Philadelphia, PA is seeking an Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs CMC Development to lead global CMC strategies for biologics and complex modalities.

The role partners with Research, Pharmaceutical Development, Technical Operations, and Regulatory Sciences to translate evolving science into robust regulatory plans, with emphasis on oligonucleotide therapeutics and novel delivery systems, in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years in pharma/biotech, with at least 5 years in Regulatory Affairs CMC.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear regulatory strategies.
• Experience with regulatory submissions and health authority interactions for development-stage programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead global CMC regulatory strategies for innovative small molecules, biologics, and complex modalities across development stages.
• Plan, review, and prepare CMC documentation for clinical trials, marketing applications, and health authority packages.
• Interpret regulatory expectations for emerging modalities, including oligonucleotide therapeutics and conjugates.
• Represent Regulatory Affairs CMC in cross-functional governance and portfolio discussions.
• Guide product characterization, control strategies, and regulatory classification considerations.

Skills

Regulatory strategy

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Regulatory submissions

Education

Advanced degree in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, molecular biology, or related discipline

Job description

Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs, CMC- Biologics

Cambridge, MA or Philadelphia, PA

Overview

The Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs CMC Development is responsible for developing and implementing global CMC regulatory strategies for development-stage programs. This role will play a critical part in shaping regulatory strategies for emerging therapeutic modalities, with an emphasis on oligonucleotide-based therapeutics, including siRNA, antibody drug conjugates, and next-generation delivery systems.

This role serves as a key bridge between Research, Pharmaceutical Development, Technical Operations, and Regulatory Sciences, helping to translate evolving science into effective global regulatory CMC strategies. The Associate Director will bring a broad scientific foundation in biologics and/or complex modalities, along with strong communication, collaboration, and project management skills. This individual will play an important role in evaluating the regulatory implications of novel technologies and guiding development teams through an evolving global regulatory landscape.

This position is hybrid and primarily located in our Cambridge, MA or Philadelphia, PA office.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of global CMC regulatory strategies for innovative small molecules, biologics, and complex modalities across early- and late-stage development.
• Plan, review, and prepare CMC documentation for clinical trial applications, marketing authorization applications, and health authority briefing packages.
• Lead or help to lead the interpretation of regulatory expectations for emerging modalities, including oligonucleotide therapeutics, conjugated delivery systems (e.g., GalNAc and other targeting ligands), antibody-drug conjugates, peptide conjugates, and biologic or hybrid modalities.
• Serve as a strategic interface between Research, Pharmaceutical Development,Technical Operations, and Regulatory Sciences.
• Provide strategic guidance on product characterization, control strategies, comparability approaches, and regulatory classification considerations.
• Represent Regulatory Affairs CMC in cross-functional governance, development, and portfolio discussions.
• Partner with technical teams to identify regulatory risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to regulatory intelligence activities and interpretation of evolving policy for novel modalities.
• Help build Regulatory Affairs CMC infrastructure, processes, and organizational capability.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, molecular biology, or related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience supporting therapeutic products through multiple stages of development.
• Minimum 8-10 years of industry experience in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry, including at least 5 years of Regulatory Affairs CMC experience.
• Ability to interpret complex technical, nonclinical, clinical, and manufacturing information and translate it into clear regulatory strategies.
• Experience with regulatory submissions and health authority interactions for development-stage programs.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and cross-functional leadership skills.
  • Ability to evaluate emerging technologies and apply sound regulatory judgment in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
  • Strong ability to integrate scientific, technical, and regulatory considerations into clear actionable strategies.

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About Alnylam

We are the leader in RNAi therapeutics– a revolutionaryapproach with the potential to transform the lives of people with rare and common diseases. Built on Nobel Prize-winning science, Alnylam has delivered the breakthroughs that made RNAi therapeutics possibleand are just at the beginning of what’s possible. Our deep pipeline, late-stage programs, and bold vision reflect our core values: fierce innovation, passion for excellence, purposeful urgency, open culture and commitment to people. We're proud to be a globally recognized top employer, wherean authentic, inclusive culture and breakthrough thinkingfuel one another.

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The pay range below reflects the full-time base salary range we expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. Base pay will be determined based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, and education. This role is eligible for an annual short-term incentive award (e.g., bonus or sales incentive) and an annual long-term incentive award (e.g., equity).

Alnylam’s robust Total Rewards package is designed to support your overall health and well-being. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a lifestyle reimbursement program, flexible spending and health savings accounts and a 401(k)with a generous company match. Eligible employees enjoy paid time off, wellness days, holidays, and two company-wide recharge breaks. We also offer generous family resources and leave. Our commitment to your well-being reflects our belief that caring for our people fuels the impact we create together.

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