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Sumitomo Pharma

Director, Regulatory Affairs

Sumitomo Pharma, Boise, Idaho, United States, 83708


Sumitomo Pharma Director, Regulatory Affairs Boise, Idaho Apply Now Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd. is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with key operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), Canada (Sumitomo Pharma Canada, Inc.) and Europe (Sumitomo Pharma Switzerland GmbH) focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, psychiatry & neurology, and cell & gene therapies.

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced individual for the position of

Director Regulatory Affairs . The Director is part of the Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA) team based in the US. He/she will primarily function as the Regional Regulatory Leader (RRL) and/or Global Regulatory Leader (GRL) for assigned projects. This position is expected to lead the development and implementation of regulatory strategy from proof of concept, development, registration, and post-approval for projects within the portfolio of the company. This position is also responsible for providing internal expertise on FDA regulations governing the promotion and advertising of assigned products. This position may train/mentor junior staff.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Manage and Develop Talent

May train/mentor junior staff

As a Regional Regulatory Lead, manage regional (United States and/or European) regulatory activities as part of a Global Regulatory Team (GRT)

Leads regulatory activities for assigned project(s) in line with the global registration strategy of the product

Competently represents GRA on project team meetings

Leads and coordinates project team members in developing strategy for applicable documents/activities.

Plans, coordinates, authors, and prepares regulatory submissions and works closely with Regulatory Operations in the electronic submission

Assesses and communicates regulatory requirements ensuring activities are in compliance with applicable regulations and guidelines

Leads documentation of regulatory authority interactions including decisions and outcomes

Provides updates at the Global Regulatory Team meetings and project teams as needed

Collaborates effectively with regulatory operations leader (ROL)

Maintains professional working relationship with colleagues, fostering collaboration, and idea sharing

Reviews nonclinical, clinical and CMC documentation and contributes to content as needed

Advises team members of major regulatory issues and provides possible solutions and leads the mitigation strategy

Ensures the quality and content of all submissions to Health Authorities

Leads the regional health authority meetings, liaison with local Health Authority

Document owner of briefing book documentation to Health Authorities

Accountable in conjunction with the GRL for developing and maintaining the development core data sheet (DCDS) if required

Ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements and adherence to regulatory internal policies and processes

Provide updates to the GRT, project teams, and governance boards as needed

Leads Global Regulatory Team (GRT), oversees planning and execution of global regulatory activities and submissions

May be responsible for creating and reviewing SOPs and regulatory department operating procedures.

Key Core Competencies

Strong verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; listening skills; and organizational skills required

Unquestionable ethics, professional integrity, and personal values consistent with the SMPA values

Ability to work in a diverse environment

Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a matrix organization

Demonstrated ability to facilitate appropriate team decisions

Experience contributing to electronic regulatory submissions and working with regulatory templates

Advanced understanding of medical terminology, and FDA and ICH regulations/guidances specific to clinical research and general product development in the pharmaceutical industry

Proven success/major involvement in NDA/MAA/CTD submissions and approval

Ability to make complex decisions and willingness to defend difficult positions.

Comfortable presenting to all levels of the organization including Senior Management.

Education and Experience

8 – 12 years with Master’s of relevant experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry with minimum of 8 years focused in regulatory affairs. Master’s degree required (preferably in a scientific discipline).

The base salary range for this role is $183,000 to $228,800. Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA)

is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer .

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability, veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

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