This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Director, CMC Regulatory Affairs in Switzerland.
As Director of CMC Regulatory Affairs, you will lead global regulatory strategy for complex biological products, ensuring compliance and enabling timely development, approval, and uninterrupted supply. You will collaborate across R&D, supply, quality, and commercial teams to provide regulatory guidance, mitigate risks, and streamline submission processes. This role offers high visibility and impact, balancing strategic oversight with practical problem-solving, mentoring team members, and shaping regulatory approaches for innovative biologics. You will also influence cross-functional decisions, support major inspections, and ensure regulatory excellence throughout the product lifecycle. The position provides an opportunity to contribute to global projects while developing professional growth and leadership skills.
Accountabilities
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
As Director of CMC Regulatory Affairs, you will lead global regulatory strategy for complex biological products, ensuring compliance and enabling timely development, approval, and uninterrupted supply. You will collaborate across R&D, supply, quality, and commercial teams to provide regulatory guidance, mitigate risks, and streamline submission processes. This role offers high visibility and impact, balancing strategic oversight with practical problem-solving, mentoring team members, and shaping regulatory approaches for innovative biologics. You will also influence cross-functional decisions, support major inspections, and ensure regulatory excellence throughout the product lifecycle. The position provides an opportunity to contribute to global projects while developing professional growth and leadership skills.
Accountabilities
- Lead CMC regulatory strategy for investigational and early commercial biological products across global teams
- Advise cross-functional stakeholders on regulatory requirements, guidelines, policies, and strategies to expedite submissions and approvals
- Own submission content, ensuring regulatory compliance for clinical trials, product release, and stability
- Identify regulatory risks and propose mitigation plans to senior leadership
- Support inspections and manage regulatory interactions, providing guidance for complex regulatory scenarios
- Mentor and develop regulatory colleagues, potentially managing direct reports
- Ensure regulatory compliance for change control requests, including supply transfers and lifecycle management activities
- Collaborate with internal and external networks to maintain regulatory alignment and maximize manufacturing flexibility
- Degree in biological sciences, chemistry, pharmacy, engineering, or a related scientific discipline
- Extensive CMC regulatory experience in biopharmaceuticals, including development and manufacturing requirements
- Strong understanding of global regulatory frameworks and agency engagement
- Experience leading regulatory teams or managing direct reports is preferred
- Knowledge of lifecycle management, post-approval regulatory activities, and complex biologics (e.g., cell & gene therapy, therapeutic proteins)
- Proven track record preparing or contributing to global CMC submissions
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills with ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
- Ability to mentor junior colleagues and influence cross-functional teams effectively
- Advanced degree (MSc or PhD) is an advantage
- Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement/pension contributions according to local norms
- Hybrid work model balancing remote and on-site collaboration
- Paid vacation, public holidays, and leave benefits
- Professional development opportunities and support for career growth
- Exposure to high-impact, innovative biologics programs on a global scale
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.