Director, Regulatory CMC

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 184,000 - 276,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director in Regulatory Affairs CMC to lead global regulatory strategies for innovative therapeutics. This role involves overseeing the Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls aspects of product development, ensuring compliance with regulations across the US and international markets. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in regulatory affairs, exceptional leadership skills, and a strong foundation in life sciences. Join a forward-thinking company that values bold science and is dedicated to advancing human health through transformative medicines.

Benefits

Discretionary Annual Bonus

Stock-based Long-term Incentives

Paid Time Off

Company-sponsored Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance Plans

Qualifications

• 12-15 years in Regulatory Affairs CMC or related discipline.
• Experience with marketing applications in multiple regions.
• Strong background in chemistry or molecular biology.

Responsibilities

• Manage global regulatory CMC strategy for product submissions.
• Conduct risk evaluations for manufacturing changes.
• Develop relationships with cross-functional stakeholders.

Skills

Regulatory Affairs CMC

Cross-functional Team Leadership

Interpersonal Communication

Risk Assessment

Regulatory Guidance

Education

BA/BS in Life Sciences

Advanced Degree Preferred

Job description

Who We Are

BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.

Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.

Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best - people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems - and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we've produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.

About Worldwide Research and Development

From research and discovery to post-market clinical development, our WWRD engine involves all bench and clinical research and the associated groups that support those endeavors. Our teams work on developing first-in-class and best-in-class therapeutics that provide meaningful advances to patients who live with genetic diseases.

As a Director in Regulatory Affairs, CMC, you will be responsible/accountable for:

• Responsibilities related to a Global Regulatory CMC Product Lead in development of global regulatory strategy and preparation of global CMC Regulatory strategy document for assigned commercial and/or clinical product submissions
• Proactively managing Chemistry, Manufacturing & Controls (CMC) aspects of BioMarin's commercial and/or clinical programs; timely preparation and submissions of global regulatory filings including, clinical trial and marketing applications, post-approval variations and license maintenance activities.
• Conducting a risk-based evaluation of proposed manufacturing changes for regulatory impact to registered information and providing strategic regulatory guidance for optimal implementation of changes.
• Researching and interpreting global CMC regulations and provide regulatory guidance to Quality, Manufacturing, Process Development and other functional groups within the Technical Operations organization.
• Representing the Regulatory Affairs CMC function on assigned cross-functional project teams within Regulatory, Manufacturing, Sites, Quality.
• Managing interactions with global regulatory authorities for assigned projects to ensure acceptance, rapid review and approval of marketing applications, supplements/variations, clinical trial applications and other submissions which present CMC information.
• Developing excellent relationships with colleagues and cross-functional stakeholders in WWRD and Technical Operations.
• Providing advice (strategic and tactical) junior level Reg CMC (if applicable) on key projects
• Periodic travel to attend meetings and/or conferences

EXPERIENCE

Required Skills:

• At least 12-15 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs CMC or related discipline in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, preferably with exposure to both development and commercial phases of product lifecycle. Combination products experience desirable.
• Experience in management and filing of marketing applications, supplements, and/or Variations for pharmaceutical or biologic products in the US, EU and Latin America, Eastern European/Middle East, Asia Pacific, Japan markets.
• Experience in assessing post-marketing changes.
• Proven ability to lead cross functional CMC teams on projects and sub-teams.
• Thorough understanding of relevant CMC drug development regulations and guidelines.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills is required.
• Able to work in a matrix team environment, such as cross-functional groups in Quality and Manufacturing, and including contractors, partners, and CRO's in the international markets.

Desired Skills:

Essential

• US, CA, EU Regulatory CMC experience
• Has lead authoring teams for initial submissions through approvals for MAA and Variations
• Biologic and Small Molecules experience
• Experience with coaching, training and mentoring team members.
• Proven ability to successfully interact with Regulatory Authorities.
• Strong background in chemistry, molecular biology, or similar is desirable

A plus

• Project management skills are a plus.
• Device/Combination products experience, a plus
• Experience with global dossier and document management system

EDUCATION

BA/BS degree in life sciences in chemistry, molecular biology, or similar is required. Advanced degree preferred.

Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
The salary range for this position is: $184,000 to $276,000. BioMarin considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

For additional benefits information, visit: https://careers.biomarin.com/benefits .

• Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.