Job Description

Why Join Us?
Be a hero for our rare disease patients
At Ultragenyx, we fundamentally believe that taking real impactful action to care for the needs of patients and our people is always the right thing to do. To achieve this goal, our vision is to lead the future of rare disease medicine. For us, this means going where other biopharma companies won't go - challenging the status quo and creating a new model that advances our field so more patients and caregivers can benefit from life-changing treatments. We do this by following the science, applying a novel rapid development approach, making innovative medicines at fair and reasonable prices, and creating a collaborative ecosystem to reach patients in ways that are most meaningful for them.
Our commitment and care for patients extends to our people, so culture is an essential cornerstone for Ultragenyx. We remain continuously focused on creating a supportive and inclusive environment of profound learning and growth - so employees can thrive in all areas of their lives, in and outside of work. Ultimately, we want to be an organization where we would be proud for our family, friends and children to work.
If you want to have a meaningful impact, do the best work of your career, and grow a lot, both professionally and personally, come join our team.
Position Summary:
ultradedicated - Your biggest challenges yield rare possibilities
As our Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs CMC EMEA, you drive optimal EMEA regulatory CMC strategies for assigned products during product development and manage EMEA regulatory CMC objectives in alignment with department and corporate goals. You work closely with cross functional project teams to support product development, global clinical trials and marketing approvals, while ensuring that EMEA regulatory strategies are implemented and EMEA requirements for the assigned projects are achieved. You will initially be focusing on some of Ultragenyx marketed/pipeline programs and the respective regulatory strategies including their execution. You possess appropriate knowledge of EMEA rules, regulations, and guidance governing drugs, biologics and ATMPs (e.g. gene therapy) in late phases of development and post-marketing.
Work Model:
Flex: This role will typically require onsite work 2-3 days each week, or more depending on business needs. In many locations, the business will set certain days each week that Flex employees are required to be onsite. This is a Fixed Term Contract for an initial period of 12 months.
Responsibilities: * Lead the development of regulatory strategies and interaction with Health Authorities with a focus on the EU and Middle East (EMEA) region; provide strategic input and regulatory advice to the project teams on clinical programs and life cycle management of marketed products.

• As a Regional Regulatory CMC representative to assigned program teams, collaborate with project teams to implement Ultragenyx regulatory strategies for the EMEA region. Ensure and/or enhance regulatory compliance with respect to filing requirements for assigned compounds throughout development and the commercial life cycle. Proactively identify project CMC issues and implement appropriate regulatory strategies to mitigate risks.
• Manage or support the preparation and submission of regulatory applications (CTA, MAA, etc.) and any post-marketing commitments and maintenance. Develop and/or review regulatory documents to ensure that all submissions are of high quality. Communicate with internal and external partners to obtain required supporting documents and data for compilation of regulatory submissions in a timely manner that supports agreed upon project timelines.
• Coordinate or support the task of drafting responses to CMC related questions from health authorities per established process.
• Evaluate proposed manufacturing changes for regional impact to ongoing and existing dossiers and provide a regulatory assessment and a submission strategy for optimal implementation of changes.
• Support the preparation and conduct of Agency meetings, including preparation and coordination of briefing packages.
• Support the organization in maintaining a work environment focused on quality and that fosters learning, open communication, collaboration, integration, and teamwork.

Requirements: * BA/BS degree in life sciences in chemistry, molecular biology, or similar is required, an advanced degree is preferred.

• More than 6 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs CMC in the pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology industry. Alternatively, 4 years Regulatory CMC experience combined with more than 4 years relevant pharmaceutical experience (e.g., Pharmaceutical Development, Analytical Development, Production, Quality Assurance or Quality Control).
• Prior success filing of clinical trial applications, marketing applications, amendments, supplements, and variations for drugs and/or biologics within the EMEA region is required; global submission experience and/or knowledge of global regulations/requirements is a desired plus.
• Thorough understanding of relevant drug development regulations and guidelines within the EMEA region is essential to support programs during development and commercial lifecycle. Proven ability to successfully interact with regulatory authorities.
• Working knowledge in the rare disease space and the ability to deal with issues of critical importance, providing regulatory advice and making reasoned decisions on regulatory issues for which there may not be clear/specific regulatory guidance is privileged.
• Understanding of scientific principles and regulatory CMC requirements relevant to all stages of pharmaceutical drug development and manufacturing, process validation, analytical operations, compliance, and documentation supported by a strong quality mindset.
• Travel: approximate 5%
• Fluent in English, Arabic is a plus

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Full Time employees across the globe enjoy a range of benefits, including, but not limited to:
Generous vacation time and public holidays observed by the company
Volunteer days
Long term incentive and Employee stock purchase plans or equivalent offerings
Employee wellbeing benefits
Fitness reimbursement
Tuition sponsoring
Professional development plans

• Benefits vary by region and country

Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital and veteran status, and any other status or classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for all protected statuses or classifications protected by applicable law, including individuals with disabilities, disabled veterans, for pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, and based on sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants can request an accommodation prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, you may contact Talent Acquisition by emailing us at .
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