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Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is a global biotechnology company dedicated to commercializing breakthrough drugs and improving the lives of people with serious diseases

Regulatory Strategy Director

Location

Massachusetts

Posted

3 days ago

Salary

$196.8K - $295.2K / year

Seniority

Mid Level

Bachelor Degree

Job Description

Regulatory Strategy Director

Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Title : Regulatory Strategy Director Location: Boston United States Job Description: Job Description General Summary: The Regulatory Strategy Director will be responsible for the development and implementation of innovative global/regional regulatory strategies for assigned projects within the Vertex portfolio. This position will play a major role in shaping cohesive regulatory strategy for assigned program(s) and ensuring effective integration of broad regulatory ideas/tactics supporting program strategy. This roles assignments may be global, regional or local depending on the position and assigned region. This role will understand and translate regulatory, scientific, operational and business knowledge into effective implementation plans and strategy. Key Duties and Responsibilities: - Leads the development of regulatory strategy for assigned projects/regions in development (from first-in-human to post marketing application stage) outlined in Global Regulatory Strategy Documents - Represents GRA on core development functional teams, project teams, and collaborate with regional leaders and teams to ensure unified regulatory input into clinical programs and commercial strategy - Addresses complex issues, providing innovative regulatory solutions and guidance to cross-functional teams and align communication to and from cross-functional teams, GRA functional team and GRA leadership - Anticipates global regulatory changes and develops proactive strategy accordingly - Shapes the regulatory strategy for regulatory submission documents and Health Authority communications - Counsels and advises GRA leadership on status of global Regulatory Affairs strategies and tactics, procedures and practices - Ensures the global regulatory strategy for a given project is consistent with the business objectives and is compliant with current regulations and guidance - Manages project plans and timelines to ensure all projects are appropriately prioritized and key goals are met on time - Contributes to the continuous improvement of existing department processes and strategies, providing recommendations in area of expertise - Provides regulatory leadership to the GRA functional team(s) or projects with moderate resource requirements or complexity Knowledge and Skills: - Experienced in Regulatory Affairs strategy in assigned geographic region, including direct interactions with a variety of stakeholders - Advanced technical skill in regulatory affairs science including knowledge of regulatory frameworks and external environments. Advanced knowledge of global/regional/local regulatory legislation, laws, procedure and guidance for pharmaceutical development of medicines for human use. - Proficient knowledge of the research and development, preclinical and clinical requirements related to drug development, registration, and maintenance of human pharmaceuticals - Proficiency in analyzing and interpreting data, protocols, safety reporting, labeling and other activities related to the phases of drug development for assigned products. - Advanced skill in creating and assessing proposals to regulatory authorities on regulatory paths and clinical plans, guiding development teams with recommendations for changes/refinements based on ongoing regulatory outcomes throughout development, and in leading productive health authority interactions, including well organized preparation of cross functional teams. - Actively uses expertise to develop others by providing coaching, guidance and mentoring. - A strong collaborative partner with cross functional colleagues with the ability to build consensus through the ability to present a clear and compelling case for ideas - Demonstrates excellent communication skills with ability to impact and influence the decisions of a team Education and Experience: - Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, or other related discipline - Typically requires 10 years of relevant pharmaceutical or biotech industry experience within regulatory affairs, or the equivalent combination of education and experience #LI-TC1 #LI-Hybrid Pay Range: $196,800 - $295,200 Disclosure Statement: The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law. At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more. Flex Designation: Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible Flex Eligibility Status: In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: - Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select - On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility. #LI-Hybrid Company Information Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law.

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