Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist - Plant Health

Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist - Plant Health life insurance, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) Interested in a career that matters? At Novonesis, we are redefining biological solutions to improve agricultural productivity and sustainability. As part of our Global Regulatory Affairs function, you will join a collaborative and high-impact team supporting the registration and legal sale of Plant Biosolutions worldwide. You will become part of a 9-person global regulatory team , working alongside experts enabling innovation and compliance across global markets. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with a US-based regional regulatory team of three , ensuring alignment and execution within key markets. The Role & Your Impact As a Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist , you will play a key role in shaping regulatory strategies that enable the successful development and commercialization of biofertilizers, plant inoculants, and biocontrol solutions. Your impact will include: Acting as a global regulatory expert , supporting pipeline product development projects Leading global regulatory strategy coordination and contributing to cross-functional product development teams Serving as regional regulatory lead for plant inoculant and biocontrol development and lifecycle management (LCM) projects Utilizing advanced regulatory data systems (e.g., Veeva), with potential to act as a global superuser Driving strong stakeholder engagement and communication across regions and functions Contributing innovative, solution-oriented thinking to complex regulatory challenges This role spans both strategic influence and operational execution , with success driven by collaboration, insight, and proactive problem-solving. What You'll Need to Be Successful We are looking for a strong regulatory professional with a passion for science and global collaboration. Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Agronomy, Plant Pathology, Toxicology, or similar) Minimum 5+ years of relevant regulatory experience Fluency in English Ability to travel occasionally (domestic and international) Core competencies: Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Proven ability to work in cross-functional, global environments High level of organization, structure, and accountability Additional Skills & Interests We Value While not required, the following will strengthen your profile: Experience working with biological products, agriculture, or plant biosolutions Familiarity with regulatory data management systems (e.g., Veeva) A curious, creative mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills Passion for Regulatory Affairs and continuous learning Ability to quickly build trust and influence stakeholders What We Offer At Novonesis, you will: Join a purpose-driven organization focused on sustainability and innovation Work in a collaborative and global environment with diverse expertise Gain exposure to cutting-edge biological product development Have opportunities for professional growth and skill development Contribute directly to solutions that impact global agriculture and food systems Ways of Working Preferred location: Raleigh / RTP area, USA Hybrid model: ~3 days per week in office Travel requirement: ~10% (domestic and international) Base salary: $115,000-$125,000 based on experience 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time Healthcare savings account option Employee assistance program Parental leave All benefits begin on your first day Our purpose guides the way In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply. Opportunities for everyone We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying. We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. Explore other openings If this position isn't the right fit, you may still find other opportunities with us. You're welcome to explore open roles or create a job agent to stay connected with future opportunities at novonesis.com/Career #J-18808-Ljbffr Novozymes (part of Novonesis)