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Manager, Regulatory CMC

Somerset, USAHybridPosted 1 month ago

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Job type
Not listed
Work mode
Hybrid
Level
Not listed
Department
Other
Experience
5+ years experience
Posted
Aug 21, 2026

About the role

Role Overview

This position will support the development and execution of global CMC regulatory strategies for pipeline programs, with a strong focus on regulatory dossier authoring and cross-functional collaboration to advance product development milestones.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the development and execution of global CMC regulatory strategies for pipeline cell and gene therapy programs, including CAR-T and lentiviral vector products.
  • Partner closely with Regulatory CMC Program Leads and cross-functional subject matter experts to plan, prepare, review, and coordinate CMC components of global regulatory submissions, including INDs, CTAs, BLAs, MAAs, amendments, supplements, and responses to Health Authority requests.
  • Author, review, and maintain high-quality CMC regulatory documentation to support global development, registration, and commercialization activities, ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and company standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams, including Process Development, Manufacturing, Analytical Development, and Quality, to understand complex CMC information and effectively translate it into clear, scientifically sound regulatory submissions.
  • Evaluate and interpret technical documentation, including development reports, validation protocols and reports, comparability assessments, and manufacturing change packages, to support regulatory impact assessments, submission strategies, and regulatory decision-making.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Engineering, or related discipline required. Advanced degree (MS, PhD, PharmD) preferred.
  • 5+ years of biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience with strong technical background.
  • Minimum of 1-2 years of Regulatory CMC experience supporting biologics, cell and gene therapy products, or extensive experience authoring and managing CMC sections of regulatory dossiers and submissions.
  • Experience working with process development, analytical development, or manufacturing teams.
  • Experience supporting cell and gene therapies highly preferred.
  • Familiarity with global regulatory requirements, including FDA, EMA, and ICH guidelines.
  • Strong scientific understanding and technical background on biologics or cell and gene therapy products.
  • Excellent technical writing and document preparation skills with demonstrated experience authoring regulatory submission content.
  • Ability to critically review and interpret scientific and technical data and translate complex information into clear regulatory documentation.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple programs and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional stakeholders.

Work Authorization & Employment Eligibility

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. As part of our commitment to maintaining a lawful workforce and ensuring compliance with federal employment regulations, we participate in the E-Verify program. If you are selected for employment, you will be required to complete the Form I-9 process, and your employment eligibility will be verified through E-Verify in accordance with applicable federal law. We are committed to providing a fair, transparent, and welcoming hiring experience for all candidates.