Associate Director, Global Regulatory Affairs

Merck Group$151K — $210K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Advanced degree (e.g., PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent).
  • At least 3 years of experience in drug development and/or regulatory affairs, preferably in Oncology.
  • Proven ability to lead teams within a matrixed environment.
  • Strong written and spoken English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute regional regulatory strategy for oncology programs.
  • Lead regulatory submissions and lifecycle management in the designated region.
  • Manage communications with regional health authorities and respond to inquiries.
  • Coordinate regulatory activities with global and regional teams to meet program timelines.
  • Ensure compliance with regional regulatory standards and internal processes.
  • Mentor and drive regulatory excellence among cross-functional team members.
  • Monitor and assess the evolving regulatory landscape and its implications.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage.
  • Paid time off (PTO) policy.
  • Retirement contributions matched by the company.
  • Additional perks and benefits tailored for employees.
Full Job Description
Position Scope:

The Associate Director, Global Regulatory Affairs is responsible for developing and executing regulatory strategy and plans for assigned projects within their region/country, ensuring timely, compliant submissions and approvals, and effective cross-functional collaboration.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following;

  • Define and execute regional regulatory strategy and plan for designated oncology programs.
  • Lead in-region regulatory submissions, lifecycle management, and maintenance of approvals.
  • Manage interactions with regional health authorities and coordinate responses to agency queries.
  • Collaborate with global/regional teams to align regulatory activities with program timelines and milestones.
  • Ensure compliance with regional regulatory requirements, internal standards, and governance processes.
  • Mentor and influence cross-functional team members within the region; promote regulatory excellence.
  • Monitor evolving regional regulations and guidelines to anticipate impact on programs.
  • Support labeling negotiations, post-approval commitments, and pharmacovigilance activities as needed.
  • Contribute to risk assessment and mitigation planning across the regulatory spectrum.


MInimum requirements and qualificiations include;

  • Advanced degree (e.g., PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent).
  • At least 3 years of experience in drug development and/or regulatory affairs, preferably Oncology.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead in a matrixed environment and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Strong written and spoken English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.


Desired skills and attributes

  • Strategic thinker with practical execution capabilities.
  • Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills.
  • Ability to balance multiple priorities and manage regulatory risk.
  • Experience with regional submissions and lifecycle management in one or more of the following regions: US, EU (Germany/France), or IRL.
  • Customer-focus and commitment to scientific rigor.


Location: This is an onsite role based in our Billerica, MA facility requiring and onsite presence at least 3 days per week.

Pay Range for this position: $151,600 - $210,900. The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here: https://careers.emdgroup.com/us/en/benefits

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