Regulatory Affairs Specialist

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Job Description

Job Title: Regulatory Affairs Specialist – Pharmaceutical Industry

Overview

A Regulatory Affairs Specialist (RA Specialist) ensures that pharmaceutical products comply with all applicable regulations, laws, and guidelines throughout the product lifecycle — from development to post-marketing. This role bridges R&D, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Regulatory Authorities, ensuring timely product approvals, renewals, and compliance with global regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Regulatory Submissions & Documentation

• Prepare, compile, and submit regulatory dossiers (e.g., IND, NDA, ANDA, CTA, MAA, DMF) to health authorities such as FDA, EMA, MHRA, Health Canada, and others.
• Review and maintain documentation to support product registration, license renewals, and variations.
• Ensure submission packages meet current ICH, CTD/eCTD, and regional format requirements.
• Coordinate responses to regulatory agency queries and deficiency letters within specified timelines.

2. Product Lifecycle Management

• Manage post-approval changes, renewals, labeling updates, and safety variations.
• Ensure timely updates to SmPCs, PILs, and product labels according to regulatory guidelines.
• Support change control evaluations to determine regulatory impact.
• Maintain regulatory databases and track submission status for all assigned products.

3. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to gather technical data for submissions.
• Advise internal teams on regulatory strategies, requirements, and potential risks during product development or changes.
• Participate in project meetings to ensure compliance considerations are integrated early in the process.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of global pharmaceutical regulatory frameworks (FDA, EMA, ICH, WHO).
• Experience with CTD/eCTD submission formats and regulatory information management systems.
• Excellent technical writing and document management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to interpret complex scientific and legal information.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Effective communicator with cross-functional teams and external authorities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related life sciences field.
• experience in Regulatory Affairs within the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry.
• Familiarity with drug registration procedures in multiple regions (US, EU, or emerging markets).
• Preferred Certifications:
• RAC (Regulatory Affairs Certification) from RAPS
• GMP or Quality Management certification
• PMP or equivalent (for project-based regulatory roles)