Description

Viridian Therapeutics, we are focused on developing best-in-class medicines for people living with autoimmune and rare diseases. Leveraging our team’s expertise in antibody discovery and engineering, we have created a robust pipeline of differentiated investigational therapeutic candidates for well-validated targets.

Reporting to the Vice President, Regulatory Affairs CMC, the Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs CMC will be responsible for leading CMC regulatory activities that support the company’s product development strategies and providing guidance to broader CMC functions. This individual will ensure all applicable CMC regulatory requirements are considered and appropriately incorporated into clinical and commercial product development plans. The incumbent will work collaboratively with senior leadership and key stakeholders to develop CMC regulatory objectives for one or more programs, lead the preparation and filing of regulatory CMC submissions, and manage the preparation for interactions with Health Authorities.

This role may be fully remote or based in our Waltham, MA headquarters. Our office-based employees are required to work in the office three (3) days a week. Travel to headquarters for meetings may be required at the discretion of management. 

Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Develop the CMC regulatory strategy for assigned clinical-stage programs, identifying key issues, necessary remediation activities, and opportunities for acceleration throughout project/product life cycle
• Assess and communicate CMC regulatory requirements to ensure all global development activities comply with applicable regulations and guidelines in each jurisdiction
• Facilitate the preparation for CMC-focused meetings with FDA, EMA, or national competent authorities, and participate in or lead the interactions with these agencies
• Serve as the regulatory representative at internal CMC team meetings
• Work within a cross-functional team to coordinate and prepare high quality, timely correspondence and CMC regulatory submissions (e.g., original INDs, CMC amendments, annual reports, Agency meeting requests, meeting briefing packages, marketing applications) appropriate to the stage of product development
• Provide regulatory review and input on core product development documentation (e.g., stability protocols and reports, method or process validation protocols and reports, specifications, technical assessments, etc.)
• Coordinate with appropriate team members and stakeholders to resolve outstanding CMC regulatory issues
• Work directly with external contractors and collaborators, managing the chain of communication and updating regulatory project plans as necessary for accuracy and success
• Coordinate and conduct CMC regulatory project review sessions, determine frequency and content of status reports, and deliver routine updates including presentations to Regulatory department, Product Development Team Lead, or executive management, as required
• Keep apprised of new regulations, standards, policies, and guidance issued by relevant regulatory authorities
• Provide input on project related budgets and ensure projects operate within capital and expense budget guidelines

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a science field such as Biology, Chemistry, or Pharmaceutical Sciences. Advanced degree preferred, but not required
• Minimum of 10 years of increasing responsibility in Regulatory Affairs CMC within the biopharmaceutical industry
• Demonstrated recent successful Regulatory Affairs track record in the development, submission, and registration of new drugs (biologics, innovative medicines, drug/device combination products, etc.) in the US, EU and/or international countries
• Proven experience in the review, authoring, and/or managing of components of regulatory submissions such as of INDs, CTAs, NDAs/BLAs or MAAs, and their maintenance
• Demonstrated experience interacting with the US FDA, EU, EMA, and other regulatory agencies
• Candidates must have proven strategic development capabilities related to new drug development, commercial support, partner management, as well as product lifecycle management activities
• Strong leadership abilities and the communication and interpersonal skills needed to influence decision-making in a diplomatic manner, particularly in relation to regulatory strategies
• Strong oral and written communication, time management, and team-oriented leadership skills are essential
• Ability to work independently, within a multi-disciplinary team, as well as with external partners and vendors. 
• Proven mindset of proactive continuous improvement
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast paced-environment and to handle multiple tasks
• Strong commitment to ethical standards
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)
• Ability to travel up to 10% 
• The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience
   

Viridian offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive pay and stock options for all employees
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage 
• Fertility and mental health programs
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Life, Travel and AD&D
• 401(k) Company Match with immediate company vest
• Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Generous vacation plan and paid company holiday shutdowns
• Various mental, financial, and proactive physical health programs covered by Viridian
   

Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, and Local laws. Viridian will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Viridian Therapeutics, Inc participates in E-Verify, the federal program for electronic verification of employment eligibility.