Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs REMS Program

Cytokinetics is a specialty cardiovascular biopharmaceutical company, building on its over 25 years of pioneering scientific innovations in muscle biology, and advancing a pipeline of potential new medicines for patients suffering from diseases of cardiac muscle dysfunction.Reporting to the Executive Director, Regulatory Affairs, the Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs, REMS Program is responsible for leading regulatory strategy and execution related to Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) and providing regulatory compliance oversight for REMS.ResponsibilitiesStrategic LeadershipServe as regulatory lead and FDA point of contact for all REMS-related interactions, including original REMS submissions, assessments, modifications, and revisionsLead development of REMS strategies that align with benefit–risk profile, labeling, post marketing commitments, and lifecycle plans. Drives cross-functional alignment and decision-making.Prepare and lead REMS discussions for FDA meetings (Type A/B/C, Advisory Committees, inspections)Manage all aspects of preparation and timely submission of REMS filings, REMS assessments, and responses to queriesOversee implementation and evaluation of REMS in alignment with the broader program strategyMonitor evolving FDA REMS guidance and proactively assess regulatory impactProvide regulatory guidance to Commercial, Market Access, and Patient Services to ensure compliant execution.Identify gaps that may pose regulatory risks and identify related solutions and mitigation plansDevelop and maintain internal regulatory processes, templates, and best practices REMS Design & GovernanceOwn global oversight of REMS design, including Elements to Assure Safe Use (ETASU), communication plans, implementation systems, and assessment methodologiesAct as a key member of the REMS governance committee, leading compliance and assessment/reporting functions and partnering with operations to ensure end‑to‑end program oversight and regulatory compliance.Ensure REMS requirements are clearly translated into operational execution plans. Oversight & ComplianceReview and approve REMS related documentation, assessments, training materials, and vendor deliverables.Oversee REMS metrics, compliance trends, and effectiveness assessments from a regulatory perspective.Align with Quality to ensure inspection readiness, audit support, and CAPA management.Support regulatory inspections and FDA audits related to REMS. ManagementMay supervises employees, consultants/contractors, and/or interns in Regulatory AffairsMentors department personnel and optimizes employee performance by developing employees and promoting career growth. Qualifications10+ years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry, with strong expertise in REMS operations, strategy and complianceBachelor’s degree is required, preferably in a scientific discipline; advanced degree (MD, PharmD, or PhD) is a plusExcellent working knowledge of regulatory requirements and environment applicable to REMS, including an understanding of GXPDirect experience leading or negotiating REMS with FDA strongly preferredAbility to work effectively across teams, functions and with outside partnersExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and ability to independently drive deliverables to completionAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple prioritiesPay RangeIn the U.S., the hiring pay range for fully qualified candidates is $263,880 - $307,860 per year. 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