Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs US & Canada Strategy Lead – Facial Aesthetics - Device

Job Description: Responsible for the development and implementation of US and Canada regulatory strategic and tactical planning (RSTP) for assigned on marketproducts or those products in development. Thisindividual demonstrates the ability to combine knowledge of scientific, regulatory & business issues to enable development and commercialization of products that are developed, manufactured or distributed to meet relevant US and Canada regulatory requirements. Assures that regulatory strategies defined within the Global Regulatory Product Team (GRPT), are effectively implemented and maintained in line with changing regulatory and business needs. This individual has responsibility for products/multiple driver indications for a product within a Therapeutic Area and supports the Global Regulatory Lead (GRL), in the development & execution of the regulatory strategy. Area of responsibility has significant regulatory impact and possibly significant impact toAbbVieoverall. Leads total product lifecycle activities, includingproduct/manufacturingchange assessments, post-approval requirements, addressing Health Authority informationrequests, annual reporting, andinternalregulatory requestsamong others, providing business-critical decisionand strategysupport. Provides direction and technical insight when necessary to ensure real-time guidance. Manages interface with Health Authority (FDA) for key projects/issues, including direct collaboration with review division personnel. May also servesas primary liaison and interfaceswith FDA for meetings, teleconferences and coordinates preparation of FDA meeting briefing packages and responses. Advise internal customers who may contribute to regulated communication on Regulatory/FDA issues including Public Affairs, Clinical Development, Legal, and others such as Commercial. Operatesindependently, with recognition of when to consult management. Makes decisions and plans for operations workflow, assignments) within area of responsibility with minimal direction).Assists in the development, training, and mentoring of junior staff members. Coordinates, prepares and/or supervises the preparation and review of regulatory submissions consistent within US and Canada regulatory requirements and guidelines and assures complete and timely response to Health Authorities during application review. Ensures application of established policies and best practice regulatory standards for all US/Canada product registrations. Demonstrates solid understanding of current US and Canada regulations and guidance, political and legal climate and industry practices to assist in meeting organizational goals. Broadly applies regulatory/technical knowledge of government regulations and skills across therapeutic areas and is generally recognized as a resource & leads the department as a subject matter expert (SME) for Regulatory. Presents pertinent regulatory information to appropriate cross-functional teams. Operates in compliance with regulations, company policies, procedures, and guidance in alignment with regulatory product strategy and the Quality Dossier Program (QDP).Qualifications Advanceddegree(e.g. PharmD, PhD, MS) or Regulatory certification with minimum 7years Regulatory, R&D, or equivalent industry-related experience. Demonstrates effective communication skills in written and oral channels both within Regulatory and across the organization. Extensive experience interfacing with government Agencies and Health Authority personnel. Able to deliver challenging messages effectively without compromising important business relationships. Experience working in a complex and matrixedenvironment. Demonstrated success in negotiation skills, strategic thinking, and credibility within the organization. Proven skill at implementing successful affiliate regulatory strategies (US or Canadadevice or combination product (device primary)experience preferred).US Class III device experienceand familiarity withmanufacturing processes/change control assessments is preferred. Demonstrated, forward-thinking strategic experience to accelerate programs or establish regulatory precedence using novel approaches is a plus. Global regulatory experience is a plus.

Additional Information: Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law: The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at the timeof thisposting based on the job grade for this position. Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemayultimatelypaymore or less than the posted range. This range may bemodifiedin thefuture. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees. This job is eligible toparticipatein our long-term incentiveprograms.

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