Senior Director Regulatory Affairs


San Francisco
USD250000 - USD300000
PR/570338_1764455954
Senior Director Regulatory Affairs

About the Opportunity

Clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company advancing innovative therapies in oncology. Lead program is in late-stage development, and we are seeking an experienced regulatory leader to drive global strategy and major submissions. This is a high-impact role with visibility across executive leadership and cross-functional teams.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead global regulatory strategy for clinical development and life-cycle management of oncology programs.
  • Oversee preparation and submission of regulatory filings, including INDs, CTAs, NDAs, MAAs, briefing documents, and related materials.
  • Serve as the regulatory subject matter expert on cross-functional teams and provide strategic input to senior leadership.
  • Manage interactions with global health authorities, including leading negotiations and ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations.
  • Identify regulatory risks and implement mitigation strategies to support program success.
  • Build and mentor a regulatory team, establish processes, and implement systems to support compliance and efficiency.

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline required; advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, MS) preferred.
  • Experience:
    • 12+ years in Regulatory Affairs within pharma/biotech.
    • Proven track record of leading major submissions (NDA, MAA) and global regulatory strategies.
    • Strong oncology experience required.
  • Skills: Strategic thinker with excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to shape regulatory strategy for a late-stage oncology program.
  • Collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on delivering transformative therapies to patients.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.

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