Executive Director, Early-Stage Program Team Leader

Immunome$265K — $376K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, pharmacy, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 7+ years of regulatory affairs experience, particularly in early-phase drug development.
  • Required experience with regulatory filings, specifically INDs and CTAs.
  • In-depth knowledge of regulatory guidelines (FDA, EMA, ICH).
  • Strong project management abilities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Develop global regulatory strategies for early-phase development programs.
  • Provide regulatory guidance and ensure compliance with organizational objectives.
  • Identify regulatory risks and create mitigation strategies.
  • Prepare and submit regulatory documents for clinical programs.
  • Manage technical content preparation for regulatory submissions.
  • Act as a primary contact for regulatory authorities like the FDA and EMA.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless regulatory support.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to influence innovative product development.
  • High-level strategic involvement in regulatory activities.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams in research and development.
  • Training and mentoring opportunities for professional growth.
  • Subject matter expert status on regulatory systems usage.
Full Job Description
Position Overview

This key role will focus on the tactical and strategic oversight of early-phase and late-phase regulatory activities to ensure compliance and support innovative product development. The successful candidate will combine hands-on expertise in regulatory affairs with a proactive approach to solving complex challenges in clinical development.

Responsibilities

Regulatory Strategy Development
  • Contribute to the design and execution of global regulatory strategies for early-phase development programs.
  • Provide regulatory guidance to cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with Immunome's objectives and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Identify and assess potential regulatory risks and develop mitigation strategies.


Tactical Implementation
  • Prepare, review, and submit regulatory documents for early and late-phase clinical programs (e.g., INDs, CTAs, amendments).
  • Coordinate and oversee the preparation of technical content, including CMC, non-clinical, and clinical sections of regulatory submissions.
  • Manage timelines and ensure regulatory milestones are met.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on regulatory systems (e.g., Veeva Vault), overseeing system use in collaboration with IT and Quality, user training and data archiving.
  • Contribute to department infrastructure development by initiating processes targeted towards efficiency, quality, compliance and collaboration.


Regulatory Interactions
  • Act as a primary contact for regulatory authorities (e.g., FDA, EMA) for early and/or late-phase development programs.
  • Plan and participate in meetings with regulatory agencies, preparing briefing packages, and coordinating follow-ups.
  • Monitor and interpret regulatory guidelines and communicate implications to internal stakeholders.


Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with research, development, CMC, and quality teams to ensure seamless regulatory support.
  • Provide regulatory input during protocol development, study design, and data interpretation.
  • Train and mentor team members on regulatory processes and requirements.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, pharmacy, or related field; advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MS) preferred.
  • 7+ years of experience in regulatory affairs with a strong emphasis on early-phase drug development. Oncology experience is required.
  • Demonstrated experience in preparing and submitting regulatory filings (e.g., INDs, CTAs).


Knowledge and Skills
  • In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and guidelines (FDA, EMA, ICH, etc.).
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience engaging regulatory agencies.
  • Experience with immunotherapies or biologics is highly desirable.


Washington State Pay Range

$265,000-$376,161 USD

About Immunome

Immunome is a biotechnology company that develops next-generation cancer immunotherapies. The company's proprietary discovery engine identifies novel cancer targets and develops antibody-based therapies to treat cancer. Immunome's lead product candidate, IMM-BCP-01, is a first-in-class cancer immunotherapy that targets a novel cancer antigen. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Learn more about Immunome
Size
20 employees
Market Cap
$33.6 million
Industry
NASDAQ

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