Associate Director I Therapeutics I Head of DE&I at Skills Alliance
About the Role
The Associate Director / Director, Regulatory Science will serve as a key member of the Regulatory team, responsible for developing and executing global regulatory strategies and ensuring timely preparation and submission of regulatory filings to support clinical development programs worldwide.
This position is a technical, individual contributor role with broad cross‑functional impact, working closely with internal development teams and external partners. The successful candidate will guide regulatory decision‑making across development stages and contribute to both clinical and CMC regulatory activities for an expanding oncology portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee Clinical Trial Submissions : Coordinate and oversee the preparation of clinical trial applications across multiple regions (e.g., United States, Asia‑Pacific, and Europe). Ensure submissions are complete, timely, and compliant with relevant regulations. Support applications for designations such as Fast Track, Breakthrough Therapy, or Orphan Drug status.
- Hands‑On Implementation : Draft, review, and coordinate regulatory documents with precision and efficiency. Combine strategic oversight with direct, executional involvement.
- Lifecycle Maintenance of Submissions : Manage post‑submission activities, including amendments, protocol and investigator brochure updates, and general IND / CTA maintenance.
- Vendor Oversight : Manage regulatory vendors (e.g., CROs, publishers, consultants), ensuring high‑quality deliverables aligned with internal expectations and timelines.
- Adaptability and Problem‑Solving : Operate effectively within a dynamic, fast‑paced environment where roles and priorities may evolve.
- Cross‑Functional Collaboration : Partner closely with internal teams—clinical operations, medical, safety, CMC, and nonclinical—to align regulatory activities with overall program goals and timelines.
Essential Qualifications
Education : Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific or regulatory discipline required; Master’s degree preferred.Experience : Minimum 7 years’ experience in regulatory science, clinical trial submissions, or related roles, with a track record of increasing responsibility.Communication : Strong written and verbal communication skills; capable of independently preparing concise and well‑structured regulatory presentations.Regional Expertise : Experience managing regulatory submissions in the US and Asia‑Pacific regions required; oncology experience highly desirable. Prior exposure to China (NMPA) submissions is an advantage.Mindset : Flexible, adaptive, and comfortable working in evolving environments.Hands‑On Approach : Willing to engage directly with both strategic and operational aspects of regulatory work.Seniority level
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