Lead Regulatory Strategist (f/d/m)

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The Lead Regulatory Strategist is responsible for providing regulatory strategy expertise to diverse Cytiva product teams, including chemical/materials requirements and Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC), IMPD, and eCTD Module 3 content, review and strategy relevant to Cytiva products and their applications.

This position reports to the Manager of Regulatory Science and Strategy and is part of the Cytiva global QA/RA team with this position located in Cologne and will be an on-site role.

What you will do:

- Provide regulatory guidance to relevant stakeholders on regulatory requirements, development programs, and compliance considerations throughout the product lifecycle. Knowledge of cell line technologies for viral vector production is preferred.

- Develop and implement regulatory strategies and roadmaps for Cytiva products and development programs, including cell line technologies for viral vector production, genomic medicines (cell and gene therapies), equipment, and other strategic innovation projects.
- Author, review and approve regulatory dossiers and communications in a global regulatory setting, including preparing eCTD-ready documentation for regulatory filings.
- Accountable for developing the Health Authority engagement and interaction plans for their assigned products, including the authoring of the regulatory communications and briefing documents, leading the team through meeting preparations and moderating the meeting itself.
- Support customer-facing regulatory inquiries by providing clear, compliant, and scientifically grounded guidance on product use, regulatory documentation, CMC expectations, and health authority requirements.

Who you are:

- MS/MEng degree or higher from an accredited institution ; PhD or MD preferred .
- Minimum of 10 years of experience working with global regulatory agencies and health authorities, including the US FDA, EMA/Competent Authorities, and other global regions . Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for biologic drug development and significant Chemistry, Manufacturing , and Controls (CMC) and/or ICH Module 3 experience required; cell therapy and/or gene therapy CMC experience preferred .
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications , including Word, Excel , and PowerPoint , with the ability to work effectively in electronic document management systems ; experience with Veeva Vault is a plus .
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills; skilled influencer with the ability to communicate complex messages clearly. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English.
- Acts as a strong regulatory business partner who can engage effectively in a diverse , cross-functional matrix environment to develop regulatory strategy and drive deliverables .

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

- Regulatory support for cell line technologies for viral vector production.
- Regulatory support for advanced therapy development.

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