Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs CMC

Skyhawk Therapeutics

$170K — $230K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, chemical engineering, or a related discipline; relevant Bachelor’s degree considered.
  • 7+ years of combined Regulatory Affairs CMC and pharmaceutical industry experience.
  • Experience in global CMC regulatory strategy for small-molecule programs.
  • Hands-on authorship of CTD Module 3 content; familiarity with ICH and FDA/EMA guidance.
  • Experience with IND, NDA, or MAA submissions.
  • Strong independent and collaborative work abilities in a fast-paced biotech environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Support global RegCMC strategies for small-molecule programs from IND to NDA/MAA readiness.
  • Identify and collaborate with CMC Team to address regulatory risks.
  • Monitor global health authority expectations and translate them into actionable strategies.
  • Author and review Quality sections for global regulatory filings including IND/IMPD and annual reports.
  • Coordinate responses to CMC information requests accurately and timely.
  • Partner with various teams to provide regulatory input on control strategy and lifecycle management.
  • Assist in oversight of CDMO and external partners to ensure alignment with submission commitments.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
  • Opportunity to impact clinical development directly.
  • Engagement with diverse cross-functional teams.
  • Professional growth in a fast-paced biotech setting.
Full Job Description
Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs CMC

Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs CMC (RegCMC) to support the development and execution of the global RegCMC strategy for Skyhawk's small molecule pipeline. Working closely with the Director, RegCMC, you will help serve as a RegCMC point of contact across the organization, partnering with Pharmaceutical Development, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program teams to deliver high-quality, timely regulatory submissions that advance clinical development and support eventual commercialization. This is an ideal opportunity for a growing RegCMC professional who thrives in fast-paced, science-driven biotech where their work has direct and visible impact.

Responsibilities:
  • Support the development and execution of global RegCMC strategies for small-molecule programs across stages of development, from IND through NDA/MAA readiness.
  • Identify and work in collaboration with CMC Team to address regulatory risks.
  • Monitor evolving global health authority expectations and guidance (FDA, EMA, ICH) and translate them into actionable strategy.
  • Author and review all applicable Quality sections for global regulatory filings, including IND/IMPD, annual reports, and briefing documents.
  • Support and coordinate responses to CMC information requests with accuracy and timeliness.
  • Partner with Pharmaceutical Development, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management to provide regulatory input on control strategy, specifications, manufacturing changes, comparability, process validation, and lifecycle management.
  • Assist with CDMO and external partner oversight from a regulatory perspective, ensuring alignment with submission commitments.

Education/Skills/Experience Requirements:
  • Advanced degree (MS, PhD, PharmD) in chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, chemical engineering, or a related discipline; a Bachelor's degree with directly relevant experience will be considered.
  • 7+ years of combined Regulatory Affairs CMC and pharmaceutical industry experience.
  • Experience contributing to global CMC regulatory strategy for small-molecule programs across one or more stages of development.
  • Hands-on authorship of CTD Module 3 content; working familiarity with ICH guidelines and applicable FDA/EMA guidance.
  • Experience supporting IND, NDA, or MAA regulatory submissions.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and to prioritize in a fast-paced biotech environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting a program through later-stage development or the clinical-to-commercial transition.
  • Exposure to both early- and late-stage pipeline assets within the same organization.

Skyhawk Therapeutics is committed to pay transparency and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for the Clinical Trial Associate is $170,000-230,000 annually. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for such position. Skyhawk Therapeutics will assess the appropriate level for a qualified candidate based on job-related skills, professional experience, and relevant education or training.

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