Manager, Regulatory Affairs

Job Description

ADMA Biologics is a biopharmaceutical company relentlessly committed to creating superior products for immunodeficient patients at risk for infection. It is our devotion to this underserved population that fuels us and our hands-on approach to production and development that sets us apart. If you are looking for a dynamic, innovative, growing company in the biopharmaceutical industry that is committed to excellence and integrity, then consider ADMA Biologics. We currently have an exciting opportunity available for a Manager, Regulatory Affairs!

Job Title: Manager, Regulatory Affairs

Job Description:

Position Summary

Supervises and participates in planning, preparing and evaluating regulatory documents for submission to governmental regulatory agencies like U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Serves as a liaison with regulatory agencies and contractors, as well as an informative regulatory resource for cross-functional teams. Ensures corporate policies and procedures comply with regulatory requirements.

Essential Functions (ES) And Responsibilities

• Provides accurate and timely regulatory guidance to all company functions while maintaining frequent contact with Associate Director of Regulatory Affairs.
• Responsible for preparation, review, presentation, and evaluation of all regulatory submissions. Assess accuracy and completeness of submission documents throughout product lifecycle, specifically pre-application submissions (e.g., meeting requests), new application submissions (e.g., Investigational New Drug applications [IND], Biological License Applications [BLA], Orphan Drug applications [OD]), maintenance submissions (e.g., end-of-phase reports, annual reports, changes to IND or BLA Common technical Document [CTD] dossier, safety reports, product license renewals, establishment license renewals, meeting requests) and post-marketing submissions (e.g., annual reports, periodic safety reports, annual reports of Post-marketing requirements or commitments), and other related documents or submissions.
• Determines regulatory strategy that aligns with business strategy, defines submission requirements and coordinates the collection of required data, information, and documentation from pertinent departments, facilities, and affiliates, and from contractors/vendors as needed. Liaises with partner companies as appropriate.
• Plans regulatory milestones, sets timelines and assures timely, accurate and complete submissions to regulatory agencies. Provides signatory approval for reports and amendments or supplements to INDs or BLAs. Advises senior regulatory management of challenges to achieving timely, accurate or complete submissions.
• Oversees Regulatory Operations by developing or maintaining project timelines/milestones/submission tracking systems, and document archive systems. Practices regulatory process improvement by reviewing, writing and revising policies, standard operating procedures (SOP) and work instructions (WI) that ensure efficient and compliant regulatory processes.
• Works closely with Quality Assurance to conduct regulatory risk assessments of quality system documents and practices. Utilizes problem solving skills to recommend risk mitigation strategies, and to develop alternative courses of action or contingency plans.
• Oversees the Biological Product Deviation reporting and product recall procedures (including notifications and corrections).
• Keeps abreast of new laws and regulations and assess impact on company products and processes. Alerts senior regulatory management of potential regulatory impact and implement appropriate internal changes. Contributes to the development of company policy and company positions on draft regulation and guidance.
• Serves on project teams to contribute regulatory guidance for investigational and marketed products, regulatory strategy and to ensure that appropriate and feasible strategies are explored. Serves as project liaison corporate partners and regulatory agencies. Keeps corporate management and project team members abreast of regulatory submission deadlines and submission status.
  
  
  

Job Responsibilities or Job Requirements Competencies Ability to effectively manage staff. Ability to handle multiple priorities and tight deadlines. Understand concepts, requirements, and accounting issues for all business areasAbility to follow the cGMP’s and procedures with great attention to detailAbility to train and motivate employees at all levels within an organization Knowledge of all Federal and State regulations including OSHA and CUAAdvanced knowledge of standard office software (Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Microsoft Project)Experience Requirements

Experience Requirements: Minimum of 7 years of practical pharmaceutical regulatory expertise across phases of drug development.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with Master’s degree.
  
  
  

Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical, Biological or Chemical Science or related field. Advanced degree desirable.

Preferred Experience

• Effective written and verbal communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• General knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Clinical Practices, Good Documentation Practices, and Good Laboratory Practices.
• Excellent program management skills.
• Proficient in common office software applications.
• Must be able to represent ADMA Biologics with accuracy and sensitivity to regulatory issues.
• Detailed knowledge of laws and regulations, (specifically, US Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act; Code of Federal Regulations; FDA guidelines), practices and international harmonization standards.
• Expert knowledge of Regulatory Affairs department SOPs.
• Must be able to balance multiple projects.
• Step-in to fill-in/take over ongoing projects with minimal notice.
• Multiple deadlines on conflicting projects with constant interruptions.
  
  
  

Compliance Requirements (ES)

• As a part of our Quality Systems and cGMP initiatives, employees are responsible for ensuring compliance with all ADMA Quality policies, standards and SOPs in their area of work and responsibility. This includes ensuring all Quality Assurance (QA) records and reports, Human Resources (HR) policies, and Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) procedures and practices are completed in a timely manner. Any delay or failure to comply with policies, standards and procedures is required to be communicated/escalated to the appropriate responsible parties, such as QA, HR, or EH&S depending on the issue.
  
  
  

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In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:401K plan with employer match and immediate vestingMedical, Vision, Life and Dental InsurancePet InsuranceCompany paid STD and LTDCompany Paid Holidays3 Weeks’ Paid Time Off (within the first year)Tuition Assistance (after the first year)Easily accessible to Tri-RailFree shuttle to the Boca Tri-Rail stationADMA Biologics uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

ADMA Biologics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.