Regulatory Affairs Manager

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Analyze requirements specified by FDA pertaining to REMS and other patient safety programs
  • Works closely with Pharmacovigilance, Commercial Operations, Finance and Legal in the development and management of REMS Programs
  • Review and approve REMS program deliverables
  • Monitor and report progress of the program launches and operations, identify risks, highlight issues, seek input/approval from the management
  • Participate and/or lead the evaluation & selection of REMS vendors according to Lupin’s procurement policies where applicable
  • Review ANDAs, supplements, amendments and highlight any major gaps in the submission documents
  • Independently manage some of the business development product applications (Prepare CMC/labeling documents for registration submissions, such as ANDAs, INDs, NDAs Amendments, Supplements and Annual Reports)
  • Conducting trend analysis of received deficiencies
  • Provide CMC strategy and raise key issues throughout the lifecycle of products in a timely manner to project teams and management.
  • Independently review, compile and submit high‐quality controlled correspondences and meeting requests
  • Works closely with the licensing vendor in the management of all product distribution licenses for all Lupin USA commercial entities and highlight any major gaps/change of regulation that may impact the commercial operations
  • Responsible for maintaining and updating various regulatory databases to ensure accuracy of information
  • Any additional responsibilities as assigned by hiring manager

 

Job‐specific Competencies/Skills

  • A deep appreciation of FDA REMS program requirements and key processes
  • Knowledge on current FDA regulations and guidance regarding REMS, including Medication Guides, ETASU, Shared REMS, Survey Methodologies, etc.
  • Prior experience of participating in designing and implementing REMS systems
  • Exhibit strong knowledge on CMC and Labeling aspects of regulatory submissions
  • Knowledge and understanding of pharmaceutical product development and regulatory requirements for product development and approval for USA region as well as life cycle management of products.
  • Preferred experience in reviewing, authoring, or managing components of regulatory submissions.
  • Good understanding and knowledge on US FDA and ICH guidance
  • Able to successfully interpret and apply regulatory intelligence to work output.
  • Hands on experience on eCTD publishing tool and Proficient in pertinent software and tools.
  • Experience working in a complex and matrix environment.
  • Experience in working with cross‐functional teams and with multiple stakeholders.
  • Demonstrates acceptable skills in oral and written communications, managing and adhering to timelines, negotiation skills, integrity and adaptability.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to learn & process new information quickly
  • Attention to detail and quality
  • High degree of demonstrated proficiency with Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Advanced computer skills & ability to conduct research through the internet
  • Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with diversified teams

 

Qualifications And Education Requirements

  • Bachelor or Master’s Degree in a scientific area (Degree in Pharmacy/Regulatory Affairs is preferred)
  • 6‐8 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry with 3‐5 of those years in regulatory affairs preferred
  • Prior experience of participating in managing, designing and implementing REMS systems (highly advantageous)