Senior Director, Global Regulatory Affairs at Acadia Pharmaceuticals

Foster City, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biopharmaceuticals, Rare DiseasesIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in biological or life sciences or related scientific discipline, pharmacy or medicine (or international equivalent); an advanced degree is desirable
  • A minimum of 15 years in the pharmaceutical industry with a minimum of 12 years in Global Regulatory Affairs
  • Experience with major Health Authorities (US FDA, Health Canada, and EMA) is mandatory
  • Strong understanding of US FDA, EU and international pharmaceutical guidance, regulations, drug development process, and industry standard practices
  • Experience with major regulatory submissions (e.g. New Drug Applications (NDA/NDS/MAA), Paediatric Investigation Plans (PIP) and Orphan Drug Designation (ODD) activities) is highly preferred
  • Experience in all phases of development and post marketing activities is highly preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret efficacy and safety data
  • Strong understanding of regulatory operational activities
  • Outstanding people management skills are required

Responsibilities

  • Develops and oversees the global regulatory strategy for projects in assigned TA, in conjunction with and under the leadership of the SVP, Global Regulatory Affairs
  • Leads the Global Regulatory Project Team meetings in collaboration with Regulatory Project Management when being the Global Regulatory Lead on a project
  • Oversees the preparation of regulatory documentation (meeting request/briefing books) in support of interactions with a Health Authority and provide guidance to their team
  • Oversees/leads the preparation and the critical review of submission documents to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Contributes to and reviews responses to global Health Authority questions to ensure appropriate, consistent, and complete responses, ensuring their alignment with global development strategy
  • Provide global regulatory advice through the product life cycle by representing the regulatory function in the Program Team when being the Global Regulatory Lead on a project
  • In partnership with Regulatory Project Management, Regulatory Labelling and Regulatory CMC, oversees the development of content and format for regulatory submissions and related variations/amendments internationally in assigned TA
  • Actively participates in Health Authority meetings
  • Clearly articulate regulatory challenges/risks, identify potential solutions, and make a recommendation(s) on a path forward to Program Teams and Senior Management
  • Responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of regulatory requirements and guidelines and for communicating regulatory changes to Program Teams
  • Effectively manages direct report(s) and provide mentorship to junior professionals

Skills

Global Regulatory Strategy
IND
NDA
MAA
Regulatory Submissions
Health Authority Interactions
Regulatory Compliance
Pharmacovigilance
Quality Assurance
Clinical Development

Acadia Pharmaceuticals

Develops therapies for neurological disorders

About Acadia Pharmaceuticals

Acadia Pharmaceuticals develops therapies for neurological disorders, focusing on conditions like Parkinson's disease, schizophrenia, and Rett syndrome. The company conducts extensive research and clinical trials to create drugs that are safe and effective, seeking approval from regulatory bodies like the FDA before bringing them to market. Acadia differentiates itself by targeting areas with significant unmet medical needs, ensuring that their products address critical health challenges. Their goal is to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from these disorders while also promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within their operations.

Dallas, TexasHeadquarters
1993Year Founded
$813.4MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement

Risks

Increased competition in CNS drug market may impact Acadia's market share.
Potential clinical trial delays could affect drug approval timelines.
Dependence on partnerships poses risks if collaborations face challenges or dissolve.

Differentiation

Acadia focuses on CNS disorders with unmet medical needs, like Parkinson's and Rett syndrome.
The company has a strong R&D foundation, developing innovative small molecule drugs.
Acadia's strategic partnerships enhance its research capabilities and market reach.

Upsides

Acadia's collaboration with Saniona expands its portfolio with SAN711 for neurological disorders.
Health Canada's approval of Daybue boosts Acadia's presence in the Canadian market.
The rise of personalized medicine aligns with Acadia's targeted therapy approach.

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