Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Inc.
Director, Commercial Regulatory Affairs
Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Inc., Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140
The Director, Commercial Regulatory Affairs
will report to the Sr. Director and have accountability for review and approval of promotional and medical communications of assigned brand(s). The Director is responsible for leading interactions with the FDA Office of Product and Drug Promotion pertinent to assigned brand(s). The individual will be responsible for all submission types made to OPDP/FDA. The incumbent’s responsibility includes functioning as a leader during review meetings to assure compliance with and evolution of the Promotional Review Committee process enabling business needs to be met efficiently and effectively. Medical communications will be reviewed and approved at MRC in a similar process to PRC. This position requires frequent interaction and strong collaboration with Commercial Marketing, Medical Affairs, PRC/MRC Coordinators, Legal Affairs, Regulatory Affairs Strategy, Labeling Operations and Business Ethics for the purpose of providing regulatory advice and guidance during promotional plan development all the way through to field implementation assuring conformity with FDA requirements, PhRMA DTC Guidelines and Ipsen policies.
Main responsibilities / job expectations
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
Serve as the internal subject matter expert on FDA Advertising & Promotion issues for assigned product(s) providing regulatory advice and offering solutions to reconcile regulatory comments on draft promotional materials to maintain compliance with FDA regulations.
Provide regulatory training as needed on FDA requirements, PhRMA DTC Guidelines and Company policy and leadership on assigned Promotional Review Committee(s) (PRC) with respect to best practices in compliance with company policies and guidelines for PRC processes.
Develop SOPs and work instructions to facilitate stream-lined workflows and encourage proficient practice of process policy.
Liaise with OPDP/FDA as needed for assigned product(s) serving as our company's single point of contact with FDA on matters related to advertising and promotional materials.
Foster a business partnership environment grounded in trust and transparency between Regulatory and PRC partner functions in the review and approval of Ipsen product communications.
Collaborate with partner functions to share commercial regulatory guidance on US Commercial Teams’ strategic imperatives.
Lead PRC teams in management of tasks that help support compliant execution of Marketing tactics and programs.
Knowledge, abilities & experience
Education / Certifications:
Minimum B.A/B.S. in life sciences or scientific discipline.
Advanced scientific degree preferred.
Experience:
15+ years of related experience, or 12 years with a master’s degree, or a PhD with 7 years’ experience, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry and a minimum of 6 years in regulatory affairs.
Experience in Rare Diseases, Neuroscience and/or Oncology a plus.
Expert knowledge of advertising promotion regulations and FDA Guidance documents.
Solid experience with promotional and medical review supporting product communications and working with FDA (OPDP, APLB) on advertising and promotion matters.
Oversee OPDP submissions and author all submissions for assigned products.
Languages:
Fluent in English.
Key Technical Competencies Required
Ability to understand and interpret clinical trial data.
Excellent oral and written communication and negotiation skills with strong attention to detail.
Ability to influence and interact effectively across relevant functions within Ipsen and with regulators.
Demonstrate understanding of commercial objectives of the company.
Recognized as a leader and team player.
Ability to manage multiple activities or projects.
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
The annual base salary range for this position is $177,000 - $259,600.
This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentives program. At Ipsen we offer a comprehensive employee benefits package, including 401(k) with company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, as well as flexible spending accounts.
IPSEN is an equal opportunity employer that strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination.
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will report to the Sr. Director and have accountability for review and approval of promotional and medical communications of assigned brand(s). The Director is responsible for leading interactions with the FDA Office of Product and Drug Promotion pertinent to assigned brand(s). The individual will be responsible for all submission types made to OPDP/FDA. The incumbent’s responsibility includes functioning as a leader during review meetings to assure compliance with and evolution of the Promotional Review Committee process enabling business needs to be met efficiently and effectively. Medical communications will be reviewed and approved at MRC in a similar process to PRC. This position requires frequent interaction and strong collaboration with Commercial Marketing, Medical Affairs, PRC/MRC Coordinators, Legal Affairs, Regulatory Affairs Strategy, Labeling Operations and Business Ethics for the purpose of providing regulatory advice and guidance during promotional plan development all the way through to field implementation assuring conformity with FDA requirements, PhRMA DTC Guidelines and Ipsen policies.
Main responsibilities / job expectations
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
Serve as the internal subject matter expert on FDA Advertising & Promotion issues for assigned product(s) providing regulatory advice and offering solutions to reconcile regulatory comments on draft promotional materials to maintain compliance with FDA regulations.
Provide regulatory training as needed on FDA requirements, PhRMA DTC Guidelines and Company policy and leadership on assigned Promotional Review Committee(s) (PRC) with respect to best practices in compliance with company policies and guidelines for PRC processes.
Develop SOPs and work instructions to facilitate stream-lined workflows and encourage proficient practice of process policy.
Liaise with OPDP/FDA as needed for assigned product(s) serving as our company's single point of contact with FDA on matters related to advertising and promotional materials.
Foster a business partnership environment grounded in trust and transparency between Regulatory and PRC partner functions in the review and approval of Ipsen product communications.
Collaborate with partner functions to share commercial regulatory guidance on US Commercial Teams’ strategic imperatives.
Lead PRC teams in management of tasks that help support compliant execution of Marketing tactics and programs.
Knowledge, abilities & experience
Education / Certifications:
Minimum B.A/B.S. in life sciences or scientific discipline.
Advanced scientific degree preferred.
Experience:
15+ years of related experience, or 12 years with a master’s degree, or a PhD with 7 years’ experience, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry and a minimum of 6 years in regulatory affairs.
Experience in Rare Diseases, Neuroscience and/or Oncology a plus.
Expert knowledge of advertising promotion regulations and FDA Guidance documents.
Solid experience with promotional and medical review supporting product communications and working with FDA (OPDP, APLB) on advertising and promotion matters.
Oversee OPDP submissions and author all submissions for assigned products.
Languages:
Fluent in English.
Key Technical Competencies Required
Ability to understand and interpret clinical trial data.
Excellent oral and written communication and negotiation skills with strong attention to detail.
Ability to influence and interact effectively across relevant functions within Ipsen and with regulators.
Demonstrate understanding of commercial objectives of the company.
Recognized as a leader and team player.
Ability to manage multiple activities or projects.
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
The annual base salary range for this position is $177,000 - $259,600.
This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentives program. At Ipsen we offer a comprehensive employee benefits package, including 401(k) with company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, as well as flexible spending accounts.
IPSEN is an equal opportunity employer that strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination.
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