Director Life Sciences Regulatory Consulting (Bio-Tech/Pharma)

Company: Guidehouse
Location: Salem
Posted on: November 17, 2021

Job Description:

Overview Guidehouse is a leading global provider of consulting services to the public and commercial markets with broad capabilities in management, technology, and risk consulting. We help clients address their toughest challenges and navigate significant regulatory pressures with a focus on transformational change, business resiliency, and technology-driven innovation. Across a range of advisory, consulting, outsourcing, and digital services, we create scalable, innovative solutions that prepare our clients for future growth and success. The company has more than 10,000 professionals in over 50 locations globally. Guidehouse is a Veritas Capital portfolio company, led by seasoned professionals with proven and diverse expertise in traditional and emerging technologies, markets, and agenda-setting issues driving national and global economies. For more information, please visit: . Responsibilities Guidehouse is currently looking for a Director, Regulatory Affairs, Quality and Patient Safety to be both an innovative solution lead and to be involved in shaping and growing the Regulatory area of our Life Sciences team. Candidates should be market-facing, self-starters who bring with them a high level of ownership over their work, an enthusiastic attitude and a collaborative mindset to support our efforts to sell and provide regulatory and development consulting solutions for Pharmaceutical and/or Biotech companies of all sizes. As a Key Contributor You Will deliver high-level consulting to clients and colleagues using a broad field of expertise while managing complex Regulatory issues. Key Responsibilities and Activities + Consult pharma/biotech clients regarding specific questions and innovations regarding Regulatory strategy in cooperation with Head of Regulatory Affairs + Provide strategic consultancy during development, NDA/ANDA/BLA filing and post-approval maintenance + Manage and lead maintenance solutions, including change control and quality supplements as well as gap analysis and due diligence services + Develop customer-specific solutions and processes in cooperation with clients + Facilitate and assist clients with Target Product Profile planning and exercises + Manage and oversee quality management issues, including remediation of 483s and Warning Letters + Drive business development activities in the area of Regulatory as well as build, develop and maintain working relationships with clients + Oversee and lead writing activities as well as compilation of quality dossiers (CTD modules 2.3 and 3, IND, DMF) + Collaborate in designing the division/department strategy with the Head of Regulatory Affairs + Project management of complex Regulatory projects, especially in the context of IND and NDA/BLA filings as well as Compliance + Provision appropriate expertise regarding area of expertise + Advancements of processes and/or tools within defined area of expertise + Mentor employees within the practice field of activity. Provide scientific support, guidance and coaching of team members + Gather/create/share experiences in area of expertise with focus on "best practices" + Keep update to date in area of Regulatory and maintain role as subject matter expert Qualifications Required Education, Experience, Skills and Competencies + BA/BS degree in Science, Biomedical Engineering, Healthcare, Business or related course of study, advanced degree/PhD from accredited university + 12+ yrs. total years of relevant life science industry (direct / through consulting) specifically pharmaceutical, biotech, and/or specialty pharma, with extensive professional experience, broad/generalist knowledge spectrum for role preferably as an executive consultant + Strong demonstratable knowledge with Regulatory Affairs US as well as FDA approval guidance for pharma/biotech product planning and development. Must have specific experience in regulatory requirements including: design, development, project management and guidance; target product profile activities; quality management systems implementation, maintenance and remediation (6+yrs. of complex work/results in many of these areas) + Demonstrated success selling that can translate into ability to generate, annually, $1.5M+ of business within Regulatory group and/or larger Life Sciences team + Ability to deliver high-level strategic guidance while maintaining full comprehension of, and ability to speak to, all details + Ability to define strategic goals for Guidehouse regulatory consulting team, as well as strategic goals of partnerships with clients (e.g. contribution to RFP responses for large consulting or managed service projects) + Ability to lead large international and/or complex project teams, supporting and leading team members in difficult change management situations + Extensive network with regulatory decision makers in pharma/biotech and an ability to manage client relationships on VP level and to convey strategic goals of collaboration + Ability to travel Post COVID up to 50% Preferred/Desired Skills: + Drives solutions to complex problems impacting company success + Experience in adjacent areas of expertise or willingness to broaden the knowledge/to build up knowledge in complementary fields of expertise + Recognized as a subject matter expert by industry + Previous FDA/agency experience would be ideal + Active member of relevant societies + Demonstrated history of thought leadership and speaking engagements + Ability to balance client requests and company interests + Ability to analyze and solve problems, and to develop pragmatic solutions at higher (e.g., company) level + Proven capability to communicate critical issues and proposed solutions to senior management levels and successfully manage stakeholders even in critical or sensitive situations + Ability to adapt under regularly changing conditions + Very good command of English - written and verbal + Outstanding organization, analytical and problem-solving skills + Excellent written, verbal and presentation communication skills Additional Requirements+ The successful candidate must not be subject to employment restrictions from a former employer (such as a non-compete) that would prevent the candidate from performing the job responsibilities as described.+ This position is open to candidate virtually from EST, CST, PST time zone as well as AZ, UT. + Due to our contractual requirements and an Executive Order from the White House, every federal government employee and onsite federal contractor will be asked to attest to their vaccination status. In the interest of health and safety during the continued unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, anyone who does not attest to being fully vaccinated will be required to follow CDC guidelines which may include (subject to specific contractual requirements): wearing a mask on the job no matter their geographic location, physically distancing from all other employees and visitors, complying to any screening testing requirements. This requirement will apply to Guidehouse employees who work onsite for the federal government. Disclaimer About Guidehouse Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco. If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1- or via email at . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation. Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. Rewards and Benefits Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include: Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance 401(k) Retirement Plan Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities Skills Development & Certifications Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive

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