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Director, Drug & Device Combo (Autoinjector/Inhalation) Reg.-CMC (Remote)

MSD Malaysia, Rahway, NJ, United States


* Lead Device Regulatory Affairs strategies for autoinjector, inhalation, and other delivery system development programs by ensuring robust assessment of scientific content and critical evaluation of supporting regulatory documentation to confirm acceptability and identification of potential risks.* Support the drug-led CMC Product Team on assigned products and be accountable for the delivery of all assigned regulatory activities.* Lead technical content writing and review in autoinjector (other device)/integral combination product documentation including IND/CTA, original NDA/MAA, agency background packages, post-approval submissions/variations and responses to health authority questions per established business processes and systems.* Identify, communicate, and escalate potential issues to Regulatory CMC Product Lead and Device Quality & Regulatory Affairs Leadership* Apply an understanding of regulatory affairs and apply this understanding to the benefit of the company to ensure approval, product launch, and maintenance of market supply of our human medicinal products worldwide.* Conduct all activities with an unwavering focus on compliance, including staying current on all training.* Carry out all assignments to the standards of efficiency, innovation, accuracy, and safety in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.* Additional activities may be assigned by the supervisor.* Demonstrated background in reviewing scientific information and assessing whether technical arguments are presented clearly, and conclusions are adequately supported by data.* Demonstrated oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate issues in a succinct and logical manner. Strong listening skills.* Demonstrated understanding of related fields (e.g., manufacturing, analytical, quality assurance).* Demonstrated ability to generate innovative solutions to complex regulatory problems and effectively work with and communicate to key stakeholders* Demonstrated flexibility in responding to changing priorities or dealing with unexpected events* Demonstrated effective leadership, communication, interpersonal and negotiating skills in particular with cross functional partners and health authorities* The ideal candidate must have the ability to critically review detailed scientific information and assess whether technical arguments are presented clearly, and conclusions are adequately supported by data.* They must demonstrate scientific curiosity, exemplified by a passion to continue to learn and by proactively identifying areas of self-development and growth**.*** They should have technical leadership skills, as well as an understanding of related chemical and pharmaceutical operations (e.g., drug substance or drug product manufacturing, process development, analytical, quality assurance).* The candidate must demonstrate the ability to develop innovative and imaginative approaches to problem solving and the ability to flexibly respond to changing priorities.* They must have superb collaboration skills, rapid, disciplined decision making and critical thinking capabilities, and work well under pressure to be successful in this role.* The candidate must have excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, presentation, and listening skills.* Subject matter expertise in combination product regulatory development and manufacturing* Experience with IDE/IND/510(k) clearances/CE mark authorizations/NDA/BLA/post-approval experience in medical devices or combination products* Strong knowledge and understanding of design controls process* Preferred fields of study include Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or Engineering**Los Angeles Residents Only:** We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance #J-18808-Ljbffr