Associate Director, GRA

Why Sarepta? Why Now?The promise of genetic medicine has arrived, and Sarepta is at the forefront. We hold a leadership position in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (Duchenne) and are building a robust portfolio of programs across muscle, central nervous system, and cardiac diseases. In 2023, we launched our fourth therapy and the first ever gene therapy to treat Duchenne. We’re looking for people who see unlimited potential in themselves and who are motivated by an unwavering commitment to patients.What Sarepta Offers At Sarepta, we care deeply about all the people in our community and believe in the importance of supporting them in all aspects of their lives. We aspire to maintain a culture that acknowledges people bring their whole selves to work, and we will strive to help everyone in our community integrate their work and personal lives while maintaining productivity. We are committed to offering a range of benefits and work-life resources designed to support people in the following areas:Physical and Emotional Wellness​Financial WellnessSupport for CaregiversFor a full list of our comprehensive benefits, see our website: The Importance of the Role Works as Global Regulatory Leads (GRLs). Positively contributes to the regulatory probability of success for clinical and commercial therapeutic programs. Represents Regulatory at the Global Development Team with relevant line function leaders. Develops and delivers on fit for purpose high quality documentation (e.g., INDs, CTAs, NDAs, reports, and correspondences) to support successful global Health Authority interactions. Facilitates risk identification & mitigation strategies. Oversees activities of junior regulatory personnel. Manages contractual and budgetary responsibilities with best business practices.The Opportunity to Make a Difference Develops fit for purpose regulatory strategies incorporating totality of development (clinical, nonclinical, and CMC) and driving engagements that result in high value feedback from global health authorities and support Corporate objectives Represents Sarepta as direct contact for FDA and at global health authority meetings including a planning, preparation for and conduct of meetings with Regulatory agencies for all assigned products Interacts across the Regulatory department and other line functions to lead team through successful engagements with Regulatory Agencies In collaboration with Regulatory project lead, responds to regulatory agency contacts (telephone, written, meetings, etc.) to assure expedient and efficient review and approval of products Ensures that all documents to be submitted to regulatory agencies have been evaluated to assure that they are complete, well organized, and scientifically accurate, of high quality, are in regulatory compliance, and are presented in a way that facilitates agency review Guides clinical and nonclinical study teams to implement appropriate regulatory strategies Coordinates and manages regulatory activities required for submissions to regulatory agencies for assigned products Maintains knowledge of relevant evolving regulation and guidance Global Regulatory Teams - lead team to establish and implement multi-disciplinary regulatory strategy More about You Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of the company Works on objectives that have critical impact on functional area and the organization Establishes and assures adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements Erroneous decisions will result in critical delay(s) in schedules and/or unit operations and may jeopardize overall business activities Expected to present and contribute to presentations at governance committees including Research and development Committee, the Executive Committee, and the Communications Committee Desired Education and Skills: Skills and CompetenciesKnowledge of clinical and nonclinical data requirements for product labelingDemonstrated knowledge of drug development process. Knowledge of laws and regulations affecting the pharmaceutical industry, and regulatory experience.Experience with preparing regulatory submissions and briefing packages for regulatory meetingsPersonal leadership, with an ability to bring divergent views together, agree on common objectives and engenders enthusiasm even in challenging circumstances. Leading without authorityAble to effectively communicate on regulatory topics both internally and externallyShows flexibility and is open to adaptable to changeEducation and ExperienceBS or equivalent with 10+ years of related experiencePrior regulatory affairs experience in major markets is expectedWhat Now? We’re always looking for solution-oriented, critical thinkers.So, if you’re comfortable with ambiguity and candor, relish challenging yourself, and place kindness and integrity at the forefront of how you approach your peers and work, then we encourage you to apply.#LI-HybridThis position is hybrid, you will be expected to work on site at one of Sarepta’s facilities in the United States and/or attend Company-sponsored in-person events from time to time.The targeted salary range for this position is $160,800 - $201,000 per year. Sarepta is making a good faith effort to be transparent and accurate around our hiring ranges. The salary offer is commensurate with Sarepta’s compensation philosophy and considers factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, external market conditions, criticality of role, and internal equity.Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.Sarepta Therapeutics offers a competitive compensation and benefit package.Sarepta Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and participates in e-Verify.SummaryLocation: Cambridge, MAType: Full time