Associate Director Regulatory CMC – Development

ppJoin us as we transform immunology and deliver medicines that help autoimmune patients get their lives back. argenx is preparing for multi-dimensional expansion to reach more patients through a rich pipeline of differentiated assets, led by VYVGART, our first-in-class neonatal Fc receptor blocker approved for the treatment of gMG, and with the potential to treat patients across dozens of severe autoimmune diseases. We are building a new kind of biotech company, one that maintains its roots as a science-based start-up and pushes our commitment to innovate across all corners of our business. We strive to inspire and grow our company, our partnerships, our science, and our people, because when we do, we deliver more for patients. /ppPURPOSE OF THE FUNCTION Responsible for providing Regulatory CMC expertise into the development and implementation of the global regulatory strategy, operations and planning for the CMC aspects of assigned projects/products. Responsibilities include developing and implementing regulatory strategies, authoring / reviewing of quality submission packages, ensuring their accuracy and timely delivery, and coordinating responses to health authorities for the company’s large molecule therapeutic drug candidates throughout their clinical development towards marketing approval as well as global life cycle management projects. Additionally, the job requires strong communication and coordination with external partners, contributing to risk assessments and mitigation strategies. In this role you will have a front seat in the heart of a development/commercial organization and able to weigh into CMC development strategies. Demonstrates strong leadership, effective cross-functional collaboration, and excellent communication skills. /ph3REPORTING LINE /h3pHead of Global Regulatory CMC /ph3ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES /h3pDevelop, plan and execute appropriate regulatory strategies of pre-clinical, clinical, and commercial stage programs in close collaboration with the regulatory sub-functions, quality and CMC team members. /ppResponsible for preparing and managing CMC regulatory submission plans (including IND/IMPD/CTAs/MAAs), ensuring submissions are accurate, complete, and timely in accordance with regulations and procedures, /ppCoordinate, write and review responses to regional and global Health Authorities to ensure timely submission. /ppParticipate to the authoring and preparing IND, IMPD, scientific briefing documents, Investigator Brochures and regulatory agency response documents for therapeutic compounds in development in close collaboration with external and internal stakeholders. /ppParticipate to the authoring and preparing BLA, J-MAA, MAA and ROW applications (module 2 and 3) and related life cycle documents. /ppCoordinating activities with external partners ensuring that deliverables are executed with the right priorities and to the required standards and maintain open lines of communication on assigned projects/products to ensure awareness on status and issues relating to submissions. /ppProviding strategic input into CMC risks assessment and mitigation plans and ensuring they remain in line with the overall global Regulatory CMC strategy. /ppConduct regulatory assessments for CMC change controls and oversee submission of amendments for clinical phases. /ppTracking execution of regulatory commitments. /ph3SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES /h3ulliTeam player; able to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. /liliLeadership and communication skills /liliExperience in operations, planning, project management, and tracking projects with high complexity and risk, including clearly defined critical paths. /liliExperience managing projects across global locations and time zones, as well as working effectively in diverse cultural and international environments. /liliWell organized and able to handle multiple assignments in parallel. /liliExcellent writing skills coupled with comprehensive knowledge of pharmacopoeial requirements, ICH guidelines, FDA and EMA/CHMP regulations and guidelines, and other international regulatory requirements; Proficiency with MS-Word and preferably with document management systems. /liliEye for detail and quality conscious attitude. /liliProactive – can do mentality. /liliFluent in English – our working language. /li /ulh3EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS /h3pMaster’s degree or PhD in biotechnology, pharmaceutical sciences or bioengineering, with relevant expertise in CMC development and CMC regulatory dossier development (IND/IMPD/BLA/MAA). Science oriented, experience with large molecules is a plus. /pp#LI-Onsite /ppThe annual base salary hiring range for this position is €100,000.00
- €137,500.00 EUR /ppThis job is eligible to participate in our short-term and long-term incentives program. /ppThe hiring range displayed above is the range of possible base pay compensation that argenx believes in good faith it will pay for this role at