Associate Director Research & Regulatory
European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations
About the Organisation
European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA) represents the biopharmaceutical industry operating in Europe. Through its direct membership of 36 national associations, 40 leading pharmaceutical companies, and a growing number of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), EFPIA’s mission is to create a collaborative environment that enables our members to innovate, discover, develop,p and deliver new therapies and vaccines for people across Europe, as well as contribute to the European economy.
About the role
In this position, you will play a pivotal role in identifying and optimizing R&D opportunities, fostering precompetitive collaborations with a regulatory science component, and their translation into relevant EU Regulatory practices in collaboration with team leads responsible for regulatory strategy, evidence generation strategy, and clinical trials strategy, amongst others.
This is a critical role within EFPIA, and we are seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual, well-experienced in the life sciences spectrum, who can work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-moving work environment.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate pre-competitive ideation processes
- Enhance the regulatory impact of precompetitive collaborations (IMI & IHI)
- Support regulatory science initiatives (including EMA dedicated platforms)
- Coordinate industry activities through relevant EFPIA working groups
- Provide expert input into internal and external cross-functional groups
- Coordinate EFPIA response to various institutional consultations (EMA guidelines)
- Manage and align expert groups
- Collaborate with internal EFPIA teams on interdisciplinary topics
- Represent EFPIA at external meetings
Skills, Competencies & Experience
Qualifications and Skills:
- Min. 10 years in the pharmaceutical industry, drug regulatory authority, and industry trade association
- Deep understanding of the pharmaceutical value chain, European regulatory framework, and industry challenges
- Proven understanding of and ideally experience in pre-competitive collaborations and cross-functional project management
- Previous experience in interactions with health and regulatory authorities
Key Skills and Success:
- Collaborate seamlessly across disciplines
- Strategic thinker, you see the big picture while managing details effectively
- Turn insights into action with a service-oriented mindset
- Build consensus and influence key stakeholders
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
- Communication and articulate complex topics to diverse audiences, from technical experts to policymakers
Required Qualifications
- Relevant university degree in pharmaceutical sciences, biology, chemistry, law, and related fields
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Package
Conditions of employment
- You must have the right to work in Belgium
Working locations
- Remotely working in Brussels, Belgium
How to apply
- Please send your CV and cover letter to [email protected] by 30th May 2025
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