Regulatory Ad Promo Associate Director

$170,400 - $246,800/Yr

Neurocrine Biosciences - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Senior

Hybrid - San Diego, CA

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

Serves as the lead reviewer for medical education and commercial advertising and promotional materials for product, disease state, and training/education programs. Leads cross-functional collaboration to ensure appropriate reviews take place and timely submissions are made to OPDP. Work closely with the Director, Regulatory Ad Promo to formulate the strategic direction and develop process improvements for the Regulatory Ad/Promotion function. Proactively reviews regulatory promotional guidelines and untitled/warning letters; assesses phase IV clinical trial design with regard to possibilities for use in proactive or reactive marketing or medical communication. Assesses labeling changes for potential impact on Ad/Promo and medical communications materials.

Responsibilities

• Assumes a leadership role in the PRC Process for assigned products to ensure compliance with FDA advertising and promotional regulations and guidelines for select product, disease state, and all medical education materials
• Responsible for timely and accurate review, and timely submission of promotional materials (i.e. FDA 2253 submissions)
• Independently represents Regulatory Affairs on the Medical Review Committee (MRC) and be responsible for conducting the regulatory review of materials for assigned products/programs intended for use by the field medical team
• Track and evaluate FDA guidance, policies and the overall regulatory environment and must be able to assess and communicate potential risk and impact to Sr. Leadership
• Develop and maintain a business partnership environment between Regulatory Affairs, PRC and MRC partner functions in the review and approval of advertising and promotional materials
• Actively manages communications to Regulatory management, and ensures promotional claims are in compliance with terms of approved product registrations, current labeling, applicable laws, internal policies and external regulations
• Proactively assesses advertising and promotion-related processes and procedures to enhance efficiencies and compliance
• Identify and recommend/implement policy and/or process changes as needed in partnership with Director, Regulatory Ad/Promo
• Maintain standard operating procedures and department working practices
• Mentors and develops junior level team members
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in Life/Health Sciences or related field and 10+ year's of Regulatory Affairs experience at a biotech, pharmaceutical or device company, including significant experience in Advertising & Promotion process management
• Master's degree in Life/Health Science or related field and 8+ years of similar experience as noted above
• Emerging as an internal thought leader with technical and/or business expertise
• Applies in-depth knowledge of own area of expertise to solve problems, with guidance from Director, Regulatory Ad/Promo on complex/high risk matters
• Applies expertise to manage critical projects and/or relationships
• Integrates analysis of business objectives and strategic direction to resolve problems and recommend solutions
• Has input into short-term strategy and may be involved in long-term strategy on a functional level
• Strong communications, problem-solving, analytical thinking, influencing skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal direction, including functional representation within teams and committees in order to attain group goals
• Proven track record and experience in Advertising & Promotional review committees with a thorough understanding of FDA guidance and regulations
• Extensive knowledge of electronic document management systems (e.g. Veeva Vault or similar)
• Advanced in Microsoft Office programs and Adobe Professional.

Benefits

• Retirement savings plan (with company match)
• Paid vacation
• Holiday and personal days
• Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
• Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
• Annual bonus with a target of 30% of the earned base salary
• Eligibility to participate in equity based long term incentive program