Associate Director, RA CMC

BioSpace; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Long-term incentive programs

Job summary

AbbVie in the Irvine area seeks an Associate Director Regulatory Affairs, CMC to lead regulatory strategies for product submissions, drive INDs/CTAs, and coordinate with RA, R&D and Operations to ensure first-pass approvals.

The role emphasizes global submissions, agency interactions (FDA), and mentorship of staff, with a strong emphasis on communication and regulatory science in a complex matrix environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science/engineering field is required.
• 8 years of pharmaceutical experience with 3+ years in leadership.
• Experience with global regulatory strategies and Health Authority interactions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare CMC regulatory product strategies and submissions.
• Lead regulatory submissions, renewals, and agency communications.
• Develop content strategy for INDs/CTAs and variations.
• Mentor RA team and collaborate with cross‑functional groups.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology or Pharmacology, Engineering or related subject

Advanced degree preferred

Regulatory affairs certification a plus

Job description

Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

The Associate Director Regulatory Affairs, Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls (CMC) works with internal and external partners to deliver products to patients. Prepares CMC regulatory strategies that enable first pass approvals. Develops and manages content strategy for regulatory submissions, including INDs/CTAs and amendments, new marketing applications and supplements/variations. Builds and maintains relationships within the Regulatory Affairs functional areas, Operations and Research & Development (R&D) organizations. Represents CMC on teams such as product development, Global Regulatory Product Teams and Operations brand teams to negotiate, influence, and provide strategic advice. Serves as strategic liaison with the regulatory agencies (e.g., FDA) regarding CMC matters.

Responsibilities

Prepares CMC regulatory product strategies. Prepares and manages regulatory submissions, including new applications and amendments, renewals annual reports, supplements and variations and responds to regulatory information.

Analyzes and interprets information that impacts regulatory decisions. Seeks expert advice and technical support as required for strategies and submissions

Reviews and revises regulatory submissions to effectively present data and strategy to regulatory agencies

Develops strategies for CMC agency meetings, manages preparation for agency meetings, and manages content of pre-meeting submissions. Serves as the point of contact for the regulatory agency meetings.

Manages products and change control with an understanding of regulations and company policies and procedures. Analyzes and approves manufacturing change requests.

Represents CMC regulatory affairs on teams such as the product development, Global Regulatory Product Teams and Operations brand teams, for assigned projects; negotiates with and influences team members with support of management to maximize chances for first pass approval of regulatory submissions

• Stays abreast of regulatory procedures and changes in regulatory climate. Analyzes legislation, regulation and guidance, provides analysis to the organization

Develops, implements, and documents policies and procedures within the regulatory affairs department. Leads initiatives internal to RA CMC.

Represents CMC regulatory affairs on project initiatives with other functional areas to drive efficiencies across the company.

Trains, develops and mentors individuals; may include formal supervisory responsibilities

Qualifications

Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology or Pharmacology, Engineering or related subject.

Preferred Education: Relevant advanced degree preferred. Certification a plus.

Required Experience: 8 years pharmaceutical with at least 3 years of demonstrated leadership

Preferred Experience: 10 years pharmaceutical experience including 5-plus years in regulatory affairs or 5-plus years in Discovery, R&D, or Manufacturing.

Experience developing and implementing successful global regulatory strategies. Experience working with Health Authority.

Experience working in a complex and matrix environment.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Note: Higher education may compensate for years of experience

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:

The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

• This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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