Job Description Summary
#LI-HybridLocation: East Hanover, NJ
This role is required to be in our East Hanover, NJ office 3x/week.
Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs CMC to lead global regulatory strategy and execution across the product lifecycle. In this role, you will drive the development, submission, and approval of CMC dossiers, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while supporting timely access to innovative medicines for patients worldwide.
Working within a global, cross‑functional environment, you will provide strategic direction, manage regulatory risks, and act as a key interface with health authorities.
Job Description
Major Accountabilities
Lead and implement global CMC regulatory strategies for assigned products and projects.
Plan, author, review, and coordinate high‑quality regulatory submissions.
Ensure regulatory compliance, technical accuracy, and alignment with global guidelines.
Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and communicate key issues to stakeholders.
Collaborate across cross‑functional teams to support product development and lifecycle management.
Lead interactions with health authorities, including preparation and coordination of submissions and responses.
Support due diligence activities for business development opportunities.
Essential Requirements
5+ years of experience in regulatory affairs and/or the pharmaceutical industry.
Understanding of regulatory submission and approval processes.
Knowledge of chemistry, biotechnology, analytics, or pharmaceutical technology, with the ability to evaluate scientific data from a range of disciplines.
Experience working collaboratively in cross‑functional or global teams, with the ability to manage and prioritise multiple activities.
Ability to work independently as well as contribute effectively within team environments.
Strong planning, organisational, and communication skills.
Confidence using digital tools and systems relevant to the role.
Benefits & Rewards
The salary for this position is expected to range between $119,700 and $223,300 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.
Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.
US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.
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EEO Statement:
The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Accessibility and reasonable accommodations
The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
Salary Range
$119,700.00 - $222,300.00
Skills Desired
Change Control, Cross-Functional Teams, Documentation Management, Negotiation Skills, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Assessment, Risk Management, Waterfall ModelSkills Required
- 5+ years of experience in regulatory affairs and/or the pharmaceutical industry
- Understanding of regulatory submission and approval processes
- Knowledge of chemistry, biotechnology, analytics, or pharmaceutical technology
- Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional or global teams
- Strong planning, organisational, and communication skills
- Confidence using digital tools and systems relevant to the role
Novartis Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Novartis and has not been reviewed or approved by Novartis.
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Healthcare Strength — Pay and benefits are described as a strong overall package, supported by medical, dental, and vision insurance alongside FSAs/HSAs and disability and life coverage. Mental-health support is reinforced through an employee assistance program with psychological support and a network of mental health first aiders.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a standout element, with an automatic company contribution plus dollar-for-dollar matching in the 401(k). Additional retirement funding is described through an age-based defined contribution program and access to an employee share purchase plan discount.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-related benefits are framed as robust, including a global minimum of paid parental leave for new parents following birth or adoption. Added supports include domestic partner coverage, dependent-care resources, and benefits such as adoption assistance and child/elder care options.
Novartis Insights
What We Do
Novartis is an innovative medicines company. Every day, working to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives so that patients, healthcare professionals and societies are empowered in the face of serious disease. Our medicines reach more than 250 million people worldwide.
