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Septerna · 1 day ago

Director, Regulatory Affairs

Septerna is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, CA, focused on developing life-changing medicines through innovative drug discovery. The Director of Regulatory Affairs will lead regulatory strategy and execution for clinical programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and managing interactions with health authorities.

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Responsibilities

Develop and implement regulatory strategies for clinical stage programs, ensuring alignment with business and development objectives
Serve as the primary Regulatory Affairs representative on project teams, providing guidance on regulatory requirements and pathways
Lead the preparation, review, and submission of high-quality regulatory documents, including INDs, CTAs, amendments, briefing packages, and responses to health authority inquiries
Manage interactions with FDA and other global regulatory agencies; coordinate and prepare for regulatory meetings
Partner with CMC, Nonclinical, and Clinical teams to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and consistent messaging across submissions
Identify regulatory risks and proactively work with cross-functional teams to develop mitigation strategies
Monitor the evolving regulatory landscape and communicate implications for Septerna’s programs
Support the development of internal regulatory processes, systems, and documentation to enable scalability as the organization grows
Mentor and develop junior regulatory staff and contribute to a culture of collaboration and excellence

Qualification

Regulatory AffairsIND submissionsCTA submissionsDrug development processesProject managementCommunication skillsAttention to detailStrategic thinkingCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in life sciences or a related field; advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, or MS) preferred
10+ years of experience in Regulatory Affairs within the biopharmaceutical industry, including direct experience leading IND and/or CTA submissions
Proven track record of successful interactions with the FDA and other global regulatory agencies
Strong understanding of drug development processes, from discovery through clinical stages
Excellent project management, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and work effectively across functions
Hands-on, strategic thinker with a collaborative and solution-oriented mindset

Preferred

Prior experience as a Global Regulatory Lead (GRL)

Benefits

Benefits
Stock options
Annual target bonus for full-time positions

Company

Septerna

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Septerna is a biotech firm unlocking diverse drug discovery potential in G protein-coupled receptors across various diseases.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$250M
Key Investors
RA Capital ManagementThird Rock Ventures
2024-10-25IPO
2023-09-12Acquired
2023-07-11Series B· $150M

Leadership Team

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Jeffrey Finer
CEO and Co-Founder
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Arthur Christopoulos
Co-Founder
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