Technical Writer

Technical Writer II (Manufacturing/Quality)

Bridgewater, NJ

12 Months

This job is based in Bridgewater, NJ so temps located in NJ are highly preferred, the closer to the site the better, but open to all NJ residents.

NJ candidates will be expected on-site 2x a week.

The manager is also willing to hire folks from the Boston area specifically.

Boston candidates will be remote, however they will be expected on-site for training.

Duties

Strong experience in VEEVA, life-cycle tools & regulatory affairs.

The CMC Regulatory Technical Writer II authors high quality Module 2 and 3 regulatory submissions for both development and post-approval dossiers, change controls and technical reports. He/she/They coordinates directly with key stakeholders within ***'s industrial network, and with external partners (contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs), and alliance partners).

Key Responsibilities

The technical writer contributes to various US, EU and rest of world (ROW) dossiers such as NDA, MAA, IND, IMPD, CTA, amendments, supplements, variations and other communications with regulatory authorities (e.g., briefing documents for meetings).

He/she/they defines and manages the compilation of the documentation, required for the authoring by reaching out to appropriate internal/external functions such as quality, manufacturing, Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA), technical experts from global *** locations or contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs), or alliance partners. He/She/They identifies potential regulatory risks/challenges while ensuring Regulatory compliance.

He/she/they authors autonomously the CMC sections of dossiers using *** templates and source documentation in accordance with Common Technical Document (CTD) guidances and company standards. He/She/they ensures delivery of sections in a timely manner.

He/she/they manages the writing of response to CMC questions from Health Authorities with support from Quality, Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA), technical experts or CMOs.

He/she/they performs life cycle management for marketed products by creating and/or evaluating change controls for global regulatory impact and planning corresponding variations/amendments/supplements.

He/She/They maintains an up to date knowledge of ***'s ways of working and SOPs and develops a comprehensive understanding of global CMC regulations and guidelines to enhance probability of regulatory success and regulatory compliance.

He/She/They also authors other types of regulatory documents such as white papers, position papers, and briefing book.

In parallel, the technical writer could help support non regulatory writing projects such as SOP and technical documents throughout the department.

Skills and Experience

The candidate must possess Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls (CMC) and CTD experience. The candidate must have CTD Module 3 authoring skills. A background of pharmaceutical manufacturing or quality control/quality assurance is a plus. The candidate must have at least 5 years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Expertise with MS Office, Word, Excel and document management systems such as Veeva or Documentum is a plus. A working knowledge of cGMP's is desired. Experience with CMC documentation pertinent to various dosage forms and biological product is a plus.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills are required, and the candidate must have previously demonstrated the ability to interact within a multi-disciplinary team. The candidate needs very little supervision, is capable of managing their priorities independently, is highly organized, and self-motivated. The candidate should enjoy writing. Knowledge of US pharmaceutical Regulations is essential. Exposure to ex-US Regulations is desired, but not mandatory.

Education

BS/BA, MS, or PhD, from an accredited school in a science/health field (e.g. Biology, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmacy, or a related field).

Regards,

Lakshmi