Associate Director, Regulatory CMC

Company Overview
ImmunityBio, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBRX) is a commercial-stage biotechnology company developing cell and immunotherapy products that are designed to help strengthen each patient’s natural immune system, potentially enabling it to outsmart the disease and eliminate cancerous or infected cells. We envision a day when we no longer fear cancer, but can conquer it, thanks to the biological wonder that is the human immune system. Our scientists are working to develop novel therapies that harness that inherent power by amplifying both branches of the immune system, attacking cancerous or infected cells today while building immunological memory for tomorrow. The goal: to reprogram the patient’s immune system and treat the host rather than just the disease.

Why ImmunityBio?
• ImmunityBio is developing cutting-edge technology with the goal to transform the lives of patients with cancer and develop next-generation therapies and vaccines that complement, harness and amplify the immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases.
• Opportunity to join a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company with headquarters in Southern California.
• Work with a collaborative team with the ability to work across different areas of the company.
• Ability to join a growing company with professional development opportunities.

Position Summary

The Associate Director, Regulatory CMC will report to the Senior Director, Regulatory CMC and assist in the development of global Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control (CMC) regulatory strategy for investigational and marketed products and manage preparation of dossiers in eCTD format. The Associate Director will have one or more direct reports, will work closely with cross-functional teams on CMC regulatory strategy and regional regulatory requirements, and will consult with CMC subject matter experts (SMEs). Key responsibilities will include the development of Health Authority submission strategies for CMC modules and updates, including life cycle management; and generation of submission-ready content for the Quality/CMC sections of all clinical trial and marketing authorization applications for ImmunityBio, Inc.

Essential Functions

• Provide expert opinion on CMC topics planned or performed
• Manage the preparation and internal review of Module 2 (QOS) and Module 3 documents in accordance with Common Technical Document (CTD) guidance and company standards
• Assist with the development of global CMC regulatory strategies
• Prepare or review of documents including pharmacy manuals, protocols, CMC reports, and other documentation
• Provide expert opinion on CMC topics planned or performed
• Assist with the design of CMC protocols
• Collaborate with other groups when needed to address CMC related matters
• Prepare responses to Health Authority comments and questions pertaining to CMC issues
• Serve as a trainer for Regulatory Affairs SOPs, processes, and templates for review, preparation, QC, and finalization of documents and major sections of applications
• Manage the day-to-day activities of the team to include the hiring and training of new team members, coaching employees and monitoring performance
• Perform ad-hoc and cross-functional duties and/or projects, as assigned, to support business needs and provide developmental opportunities

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in life sciences or technical discipline with 10+ years of relevant progressive experience required; or
• Master’s Degree in life sciences or technical discipline with 8+ years of relevant progressive experience required; or
• Doctorate degree in life sciences or technical discipline with 6+ years of relevant progressive experience required.
• Experience in the management and preparation of the submission of CMC modules in eCTD format required
• Experience with organizing responses to Health Authority requests required
• Experience with regulatory submissions outside of the US preferred
• Experience managing staff preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of Health Authority CMC guidance documents and requirements
• Good leadership skills with the ability to direct and develop professional staff
• Expert knowledge of Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls of a medical product and related regulatory requirements and guidelines
• Expert knowledge of Biologic-based drugs including cell-based therapies, gene therapies, antibodies and recombinant proteins preferred
• Ability to manage work and staff with firm deadlines and adapt quickly to changing requirements and priorities
• Excellent organizational skills, written and oral communication skills, and attention to detail

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• This position works on site in Summit, NJ.
• Regular work schedule is Monday – Friday, within standard business hours.  Flexibility is available with manager approval.
• This position may need to sit for long periods of time and use various computer programs.
• This desk-based role involves the close study of scientific and regulatory documents.
• This position will work closely with scientific colleagues throughout the day, often on a project team basis.  
• This position may also need to travel to meet with Regulatory Agencies, attend conferences, or visit manufacturing sites.

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award. The annual base pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications, prior experience as well as geographic location.

$200,000 (entry-level qualifications) to $220,000 (highly experienced) annually

The application window is anticipated to close on 60 days from when it is posted or sooner if the position is filled or closed.

ImmunityBio employees are as valuable as the people we serve. We have built a resource of robust benefit offerings to best support the total wellbeing of our team members and their families. Our competitive total rewards benefits package, for eligible employees, include: Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options • Health and Financial Wellness Programs • Employer Assistance Program (EAP) • Company Paid and Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match • 529 Education Savings Program • Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks • Paid Time Off (PTO) includes: 11 Holidays • Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO • Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day •  We are committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to optimize your Health and Wellness.

At ImmunityBio, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.