
Associate III, Complex Gx, Regulatory Affairs
- Bangalore, Karnataka
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Independently prepare, review, and compile new submissions, deficiency responses (IRs, DRLs, CRLs), and amendments using the "Right-First Time" approach.
- Support early FDA engagement to align on development strategy, reduce regulatory risk, and support first-cycle approvals.
- Support regulatory assessments and decision-making for significant changes, including site transfers, formulation modifications, and alternate API sourcing.
- Lead regulatory discussions with R&D, quality, and manufacturing to resolve data issues and guide regulatory expectations to align on submission readiness and strategies, including global RA alignments.
- Provide strategic regulatory input and serve as regulatory contact point for cross-functional teams like R&D, QA, Manufacturing & Packaging sites, DMF holders, etc.
- Monitor and manage regulatory timelines and proactively address data or document gaps.
- Independently evaluate and classify change controls for regulatory impact and determine appropriate submission pathways.
- Compile and submit post-approval changes (PAS, CBE-30, CBE-0, AR) ensuring compliance with FDA, ICH, and internal requirements.
- Mentor and guide junior regulatory staff on compilation, regulatory strategy, and agency communications.
- Conduct training and share knowledge on updated regulatory requirements and internal best practices.
- Deputize for Regulatory Manager, including approval of documents, supervising activities, and providing updates to senior leadership.
- Track regulatory guidance updates, stay current with evolving regulatory requirements.
- Monitor relevant FDA databases (e.g., Drugs@FDA, Orange Book) and ensure internal stakeholders are informed of critical changes.
- Participate in audits, inspections, and process improvement initiatives.
- Master's degree in RA/QA discipline, a plus.
- Minimum 7+ years of RA experience in which 4 to 5 years pharmaceutical industry experience with semi-solid, transdermal, and nasal spray complex generic products; Regulatory, Analytical, QA, laboratory or production experience preferred.
- Demonstrates an understanding of ICH and FDA guidelines
- Demonstrates the ability to evaluate regulatory documents and determine appropriate action.
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates excellent organization skills and the ability to multi-task; detail oriented.
- Possesses strong critical and logical thinking.