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Regulatory Affairs Specialist Cmc

Astellas
Astellas
6+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Jan. 22, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Regulatory Affairs Specialist – CMC (Medium-sized Molecules / Oligonucleotides)

Company: Astellas Pharma Inc.
Location: Bengaluru, India (Hybrid – some on-site work required)
Experience Required: 6+ years in industry, 3+ years in Regulatory Affairs (RA)
Job Type: Full-Time


About Astellas Global Capability Centers (GCCs)

Astellas’ GCCs in India, Poland, and Mexico centralize core capabilities to enhance operational efficiency, resilience, and innovation. These centers are key enablers of Astellas’ strategic priorities and commitment to transforming innovative science into value for patients.


Role Purpose

The Regulatory Affairs Specialist – CMC will:

  • Develop CMC regulatory strategy for assigned projects

  • Collect and assess CMC data for regulatory submissions

  • Prepare, compile, and maintain CMC regulatory packages

  • Evaluate scientific and technical changes for regulatory impact

  • Respond to Health Authority inquiries and maintain approvals


Key Responsibilities

  • Act as CMC regulatory lead or deputy on complex projects

  • Prepare submissions including INDs/CTAs, NDAs/MAAs, amendments, supplements

  • Assess scientific data against regulatory requirements

  • Maintain proper CMC dossier management and document version control

  • Monitor and facilitate resolution of CMC issues with regulatory impact

  • Advise internal teams on compliance with Health Authority/ICH regulations

  • Stay updated on evolving regulatory requirements and share learnings internally


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in scientific or related discipline

  • 6+ years industry experience, including 3+ years in RA

  • Knowledge of chemistry, biological/physical sciences, and pharmaceutical drug development

  • Familiarity with Health Authority regulations and ICH guidelines

  • Strong organizational, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • High computer literacy and ability to work independently


Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree (MS, Ph.D., Pharm.D.)

  • 5+ years of experience in product development in manufacturing or regulatory field

  • Knowledge of regulatory processes for NCEs, NBEs, and product lifecycle maintenance

  • Experience with combination products

  • Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and problem-solving skills

  • Fluent in written and spoken English


Application & Equal Opportunity

Astellas is committed to equal employment opportunities, including disability and protected veterans.
Beware of recruitment scams – official communication will only come from verified Astellas LinkedIn profiles or company emails.

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