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Regulatory CMC Director (Cell & Gene Therapy)

US - Gaithersburg - MDFull-time$186k–$279k2026-09-25 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid

Core

Lead global CMC regulatory strategy for cell and gene therapy programs, ensuring efficient approvals and risk-mitigated plans across development stages.

Role type

Director, Regulatory CMC (Cell & Gene Therapy)

Builds

IND, IMPD, BLA, Master Files, and annual reports for cell and gene therapy products.

Domain

Biopharmaceuticals / Cell & Gene Therapy / Regulatory Affairs

Required skills

Global CMC regulations, Health authority engagement, IND/IMPD/BLA/MAA filings, Cross-functional team leadership, Risk management, Lifecycle management, Strategic planning, Standards development, People leadership

Preferred skills

CGT-specific comparability strategies, Potency assays, Control strategy development, eCTD publishing tools, Expedited pathways experience, Matrixed environment experience, Analytics/automation for regulatory processes

Technologies

eCTD, Document management systems

Responsibilities

Develop global CMC regulatory strategies, Interpret global regulations to identify risks, Lead dossier preparation and health authority interactions, Manage regulatory dossiers throughout product lifecycle, Develop regulatory templates and best practices, Lead and develop high-functioning teams

Seniority

Director, strategic leadership & team management