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Associate Director, Regulatory CMC

Celldex
Full-time
Remote friendly (Hampton, NJ)
United States
$181,043 - $190,827 USD yearly
Corporate Functions

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Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Associate Director of Regulatory CMC to lead regulatory Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) activities for combination products (drug-device). The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in BLA submissions, Module 3 authoring and review, and the regulatory landscape for combination product development and manufacturing.

This role reports into the Head of Regulatory CMC and will play a key part in shaping regulatory strategies, preparing high-quality submissions, and supporting product approvals across a diverse combination product portfolio.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute global Regulatory CMC strategies for drug-device combination products throughout development and commercialization.
  • Author, review, and finalize Module 3 (Quality) sections for regulatory submissions including INDs, BLAs, and global dossiers.
  • Serve as Regulatory CMC lead on cross-functional teams to ensure alignment across all CMC aspects.
  • Drive preparation for and participation in regulatory agency meetings, addressing CMC-related queries and managing agency interactions effectively.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 8+ years of Regulatory CMC experience, with direct experience authoring and reviewing Module 3 content for INDs/BLAs.
  • 3+ years of experience with combination products (drug-device) and deep understanding of applicable regulatory guidance.
  • Strong track record in leading successful BLA submissions.
  • Exceptional writing, analytical, and project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with drug delivery devices (e.g., prefilled syringes, autoinjectors).
  • Experience with eCTD publishing platforms and document management systems.
  • Global regulatory experience, especially EMA, Health Canada, PMDA, or other major markets.