Job title: Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA) Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls (CMC) CMC Lead
Location: Morristown, NJ, Framingham, MA
*This role does not offer international relocation support
About the Job
Join the engine of Sanofi's mission - where deep immunoscience meets bold, AI-powered research. In R&D, you'll drive breakthroughs that could turn the impossible into possible for millions.
As GRA CMC Lead within our GRA CMC & GRA Device Organization, you'll drive global regulatory strategies for pharmaceutical and vaccine products, collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complex regulatory landscapes, optimize product development and manufacturing processes, and directly influence the success of drug approvals through strategic negotiations with health authorities worldwide. Ready to get started?
Within Sanofi's Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA) CMC organization, the CMC Lead role offers the opportunity to drive regulatory strategy for pharmaceutical products and vaccines across their lifecycle. Working at the intersection of science and compliance, you'll develop CMC strategies, conduct risk assessments, and serve as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities including FDA and EMA. You'll collaborate across R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality teams while preparing high-quality regulatory submissions, managing compliance, and anticipating regulatory trends-all contributing directly to bringing innovative therapies to patients worldwide
About Sanofi:
We're an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people's lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system - and innovative pipeline - enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives.
Main Responsibilities:
Shape the Future of Medicine: Guide products from early development to market by creating smart regulatory strategies and working directly with health authorities like FDA and EMA.
Be a Problem Solver: Use your expertise to spot potential challenges early, develop practical solutions, and help teams navigate complex regulatory requirements.
Build Strong Relationships: Work closely with diverse teams across R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality, fostering partnerships that drive success.
Make Smart Decisions: Assess risks and opportunities for pharmaceutical products, helping teams make informed choices that balance innovation with compliance.
Drive Quality: Ensure regulatory submissions meet high standards by reviewing technical documents and providing strategic guidance to teams.
Stay Ahead of Changes: Keep up with evolving regulations and industry trends, helping Sanofi anticipate and adapt to new requirements.
Lead with Impact: Use your voice to influence product development strategies, while growing your expertise in a supportive, inclusive environment.
About You
Experience: 6+ years of CMC regulatory experience with contributions to regulatory filings and implementation of regulatory strategies; experience responding to Health Authority questions.
Regulatory Expertise: Experience preparing regulatory documentation and familiarity with standard submission processes
Technical Knowledge: Understanding of pharmaceutical development, manufacturing processes, and regulatory requirements in major markets.
Collaboration Skills: Ability to work effectively in a matrix environment, engaging cross-functionally with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality teams.
Education: Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline (Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacy, or related field).
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English.
Adaptability: Capability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment (60% on-site), with openness to learning and growth.
Why Choose Us?
Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it's through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks' gender-neutral parental leave.
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn't happen without people - people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let's be those people.
At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.
Watch our ALL IN video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=67s) and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com (https://www.sanofi.com/en/our-responsibility/equality-and-inclusiveness) !
US and Puerto Rico Residents Only
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; natural or protective hairstyles; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
North America Applicants Only
The salary range for this position is:
$148,500.00 - $214,500.00
All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. Additional benefits information can be found through the LINK (https://benefits.sanofiusallwell.com/fleet/public/index/ba511bf8-5c32-4828-9861-ab985fffab90/?cid=sanofi) .
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Sanofi is dedicated to supporting people through their health challenges. We are a global biopharmaceutical company focused on human health. We prevent illness with vaccines, provide innovative treatments to fight pain and ease suffering. We stand by the few who suffer from rare diseases and the millions with long-term chronic conditions.
With more than 100,000 people in 100 countries, Sanofi is transforming scientific innovation into healthcare solutions around the globe. Discover more about us visiting www.sanofi.com or via our movie We are Sanofi (https://youtu.be/96EwNjb1TLo)
As an organization, we change the practice of medicine; reinvent the way we work; and enable people to be their best versions in career and life. We are constantly moving and growing, making sure our people grow with us. Our working environment helps us build a dynamic and inclusive workplace operating on trust and respect and allows employees to live the life they want to live.
All in for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Sanofi - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=2s)
