Senior Enterprise Policy Development Manager

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP); Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 127,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is a premier nonprofit organization that advances public health by developing rigorous quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients.

This Senior Enterprise Policy Development Manager role advances USP’s mission through policy materials, engagement with stakeholders, and partnerships across geographies to support GEA priorities and strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Very strong writing skills demonstrated across policy materials for different audiences (policymakers, regulators, stakeholders).
• Willingness and ability to learn new information rapidly.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across functions to build consensus and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Some familiarity with drug development and regulation.

Responsibilities

• Partner with USP scientists, public health, and external affairs to develop credible enterprise policy content.
• Convene internal and external stakeholders to gather perspectives and align policy content and priorities.
• Cultivate collaborations with academic institutions, consultants, and external partners to advance policy priorities.
• Manage a portfolio of enterprise policy content: public policy statements, white papers, journal articles, presentations, and formal comments.

Skills

Writing skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Deadline oriented

Policy communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Description

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world’s leading health and science experts to develop rigorous quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. At USP, we believe that scientific excellence is driven by a commitment to fairness, integrity, and global collaboration. This belief is embedded in our core value of Passion for Quality and is demonstrated through the contributions of more than 1,300 professionals across twenty global locations, working to strengthen the supply of safe, high-quality medicines worldwide.

Who is USP?

At USP, we value inclusive scientific collaboration and recognize that attracting diverse expertise strengthens our ability to develop trusted public health standards. We foster an organizational culture that supports equitable access to mentorship, professional development, and leadership opportunities. Our partnerships, standards, and research reflect our belief that ensuring broad participation in scientific leadership results in stronger, more impactful outcomes for global health.

Brief Job Overview

The Senior Enterprise Policy Development Manager develops and manages a portfolio of evidence-based policy content that supports Global External Affairs (GEA) priorities and advances USP's mission to improve the supply of quality medicines and health products. This role is responsible for developing enterprise policy materials, including public policy statements, white papers, journal articles, presentations, and formal comments to government agencies and other external stakeholders. Working collaboratively across USP, the position convenes internal and external stakeholders, leverages scientific and public health expertise, and builds partnerships to inform policy content and support research collaborations. The role partners closely with colleagues across functions, geographies, and stakeholder groups to ensure enterprise policy initiatives and deliverables align with GEA objectives and USP's strategic priorities, while delivering high-quality work within established timelines.

How will YOU create impact here at USP?

As part of our mission to advance scientific rigor and public health standards, you will play a vital role in increasing global access to high-quality medicines through public standards and related programs. USP prioritizes scientific integrity, regulatory excellence, and evidence-based decision-making to ensure health systems worldwide can rely on strong, tested, and globally relevant quality standards.

Additionally, USP’s People and Culture division, in partnership with the Equity Office, invests in leadership and workforce development to equip all employees with the skills to create high-performing, inclusive teams. This includes training in equitable management practices and tools to promote engaged, collaborative, and results-driven work environments.

The Senior Enterprise Policy Development Manager has the following responsibilities:

• Partner with USP scientific, public health, and external affairs colleagues to develop credible, evidence-based enterprise policy content and support informed dialogue on issues relevant to USP's mission.

• Convene and engage internal and external stakeholders to gather perspectives, build alignment, and inform the development of policy content and program priorities.

• Cultivate and support collaborations with academic institutions, consultants, and other external partners to advance policy priorities and support evidence-based policy development.

• Manage and execute a portfolio of enterprise policy content in support of GEA priorities, including public policy statements, white papers, journal articles, presentations, and formal comments to government agencies and other stakeholders.

• Develop and implement programs, forums, and communication approaches that increase awareness and utilization of USP's policy content among key stakeholder audiences.

• Partner across the enterprise to ensure policy initiatives, content, and stakeholder engagement activities are aligned with GEA priorities and USP's strategic plan.

• Execute to deadlines on enterprise policy program goals: Expect 3-4 major projects to be completed per year.

Who is USP Looking For?

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of our mission, commitment to excellence through inclusive and equitable behaviors and practices, ability to quickly build credibility with stakeholders, along with the following competencies and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.

• Very strong writing skills. Demonstrable experience in writing and managing the development of substantive policy materials in a variety of forms and for different audiences ( g ., policymakers, regulatory leaders, stakeholder organizations, etc. ).

• Willingness and ability to learn new information rapidly.

• Demonstrable ability to work collaboratively across functions to build consensus and execute to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Some familiarity with drug development and regulation.

Additional Desired Preferences

Desired preferences include highlighting any additional preferred levels of expertise for the role—reminder: items listed here are not requirements and do not disqualify a candidate from consideration.

• Advanced degree in public policy, public health, law, science, medicine, or other related field.

• Progressively responsible experience in life sciences, public health, public policy, regulatory affairs, government, non-profit, or related sectors, including experience managing complex projects and working across multiple stakeholder groups.

• Experience in biological product research and/or development.

• Broad or specific familiarity with key issues affecting drug and food product quality, including (for example) international regulatory frameworks, trade policy, supply chain management, the application of artificial intelligence to quality frameworks, environmental sustainability, or advanced manufacturing technologies.

• Experience with public speaking on complex topics.

• Experience working with international stakeholders.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None, this is an individual contributor role.

Benefits

USP provides the benefits to protect yourself and your family today and tomorrow. From company-paid time off and comprehensive healthcare options to retirement savings, you can have peace of mind that your personal and financial well-being is protected.

Compensation

Base Salary Range: USD $127,100.00 – $152,332.00 annually.

Target Annual Bonus: % Varies based on level of role.

Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate’s skill set, experience, qualifications, equity, and other job-related reasons.

Note: USP does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies and is not responsible for fees from recruiters or other agencies except under specific written agreement with USP.

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Job Category

Ext. Affairs, Regulatory, & Communications

Job Type

Full-Time