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Director, RA CMC

Irvine, CA

$161K - $212K/yr

Prepares CMC regulatory strategies that enable first pass approvals. Develops and manages content strategy for regulatory submissions, including INDs/CTAs and amendments, new marketing applications ...

Director, RA CMC

Waltham, MA · On-site

$160K/yr

Prepares CMC regulatory strategies that enable first pass approvals. Develops and manages content strategy for regulatory submissions, including INDs/CTAs and amendments, new marketing applications ...

Director, RA CMC

North Chicago, IL · On-site

$144K - $190K/yr

Prepares CMC regulatory strategies that enable first pass approvals. Develops and manages content strategy for regulatory submissions, including INDs/CTAs and amendments, new marketing applications ...

Director, RA CMC

North Chicago, IL · On-site

$144K - $190K/yr

Prepares CMC regulatory strategies that enable first pass approvals. Develops and manages content strategy for regulatory submissions, including INDs/CTAs and amendments, new marketing applications ...

The Role CMC is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director, CMC Stability to lead an end-to-end stability function spanning non-clinical-enabling, clinical, and commercial programs. This leader will ...

Director, RA CMC

North Chicago, IL

$144K - $190K/yr

Prepares CMC regulatory strategies that enable first pass approvals. Develops and manages content strategy for regulatory submissions, including INDs/CTAs and amendments, new marketing applications ...

Director, RA CMC

North Chicago, IL · On-site

$144K - $190K/yr

Prepares CMC regulatory strategies that enable first pass approvals. Develops and manages content strategy for regulatory submissions, including INDs/CTAs and amendments, new marketing applications ...

Director, RA CMC

Waltham, MA

$161K - $213K/yr

Prepares CMC regulatory strategies that enable first pass approvals. Develops and manages content strategy for regulatory submissions, including INDs/CTAs and amendments, new marketing applications ...

Travere is seeking an Executive Director, CMC Diligence to lead the CMC assessments of clinical/commercial-stage assets associated with external business development opportunities. This individual ...

The Director of Regulatory CMC will lead the development and execution of global CMC regulatory strategies for our pipeline of small molecules and monoclonal antibodies to accelerate clinical ...

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How much do cmc jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for cmc in the United States is $31.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $36.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a CMC professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a CMC professional, you need expertise in pharmaceutical sciences, regulatory requirements, and process development, typically supported by a degree in chemistry, pharmacy, or a related field. Familiarity with regulatory submission systems, analytical tools, and quality management software is essential. Strong project management, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills for coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring compliance. These skills and qualities are critical to guarantee the safety, efficacy, and regulatory approval of pharmaceutical products.

What are some common challenges faced by a CMC professional when coordinating between R&D, manufacturing, and regulatory teams?

CMC professionals often encounter challenges in aligning the timelines and priorities of R&D, manufacturing, and regulatory teams. Ensuring that product development meets both regulatory requirements and manufacturing feasibility can require extensive cross-functional communication and problem-solving. Additionally, adapting to evolving regulatory guidelines and integrating feedback from multiple stakeholders demands strong project management skills. Overcoming these challenges is essential for maintaining project momentum and ensuring successful product submissions.

What is a CMC?

CMC stands for Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls. CMC professionals are responsible for ensuring that pharmaceutical products are developed, manufactured, and controlled in compliance with regulatory standards. Their work includes overseeing formulation development, analytical testing, process validation, and documentation required for regulatory submissions. CMC experts play a critical role in bringing safe and effective drugs to market by ensuring product quality and consistency throughout the development and manufacturing process.

What is the difference between CMC vs Regulatory Affairs Specialist?

AspectCMCRegulatory Affairs Specialist
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in life sciences, chemistry, or pharmacy; often additional certifications in pharmaceutical sciencesBachelor's degree in life sciences, pharmacy, or related field; certifications in regulatory affairs are common
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, manufacturing sites, and R&D departments within pharmaceutical companiesRegulatory agencies, pharmaceutical companies, and consulting firms
Industry UsageFocuses on drug development, manufacturing, and quality documentationFocuses on compliance, submissions, and communication with regulatory bodies

While both CMC and Regulatory Affairs Specialists work within the pharmaceutical industry, CMC professionals primarily handle the chemistry, manufacturing, and control aspects of drug development. Regulatory Affairs Specialists focus on ensuring compliance with regulations and managing submissions to authorities. Both roles often collaborate but serve distinct functions in bringing a drug to market.

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$207K - $253K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago


Job description

Madrigal is a biopharmaceutical company focused on delivering novel therapeutics for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), a serious liver disease that can progress to cirrhosis, liver failure, need for liver transplantation and premature mortality. Every member of our Madrigal team is connected by our shared purpose: leading the fight against MASH.

Madrigal's medication, Rezdiffra (resmetirom), is a once-daily, oral, liver-directed THR- agonist designed to target key underlying causes of MASH. Rezdiffra is the first and only medication approved by both the FDA and European Commission for the treatment of MASH with moderate to advanced fibrosis (F2 to F3). An ongoing Phase 3 outcomes trial is evaluating Rezdiffra for the treatment of compensated MASH cirrhosis (F4c).

Our success is driven by our people. We are building a dynamic, inclusive, and high-performing culture that values scientific excellence, operational rigor, and collaboration. To support our continued growth, we are strengthening our workforce strategy to ensure we have the right talent, at the right time, in the right way.

This role provides strategic, tactical and operational regulatory CMC leadership to support clinical trial applications, market registrations and post-approval submissions, along with managing the day-to-day regulatory CMC activities of assigned projects for development and/or commercial products. These activities include acting as a regulatory CMC representative on cross-functions teams, planning regulatory CMC submission strategies, and conducting regulatory CMC intelligence activities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Independently develops and leads execution of regulatory CMC investigational, registration and/or post-approval strategies for assigned products.
  • Applies expert regulatory CMC knowledge to address and overcome challenges that arise during development and commercialization.
  • Guides the team in defining and driving the strategy for CMC regulatory dossier content and then reviews this content for conformance with established Health Authority requirements.
  • Represents the Madrigal Regulatory CMC function in Health Authority meetings and drives preparation activities for meetings with Health Authorities on CMC-related topics.
  • Provides global regulatory input and support to quality-related activities, including regulatory impact assessments for change controls, deviations and investigations.
  • Proactively identifies regulatory CMC risks, ensuring timely communication with line management.
  • Monitors, interprets and communicates relevant CMC-related global regulatory requirements, guidelines and emerging trends.

Required & Desired Qualifications

  • BS in life sciences in a healthcare field or equivalent experience, advanced degree strongly preferred.
  • Minimum of 12 years relevant experience and 8-10 years' regulatory CMC experience, along with broad-based CMC technical and product experience.
  • Strategic regulatory CMC experience with a proven track record in clinical, commercialization and life cycle management of small molecule products.
  • Demonstrated experience interacting with global health authorities on CMC topics.
  • Strong knowledge of regulations/guidelines governing global CMC development of pharmaceuticals is required.
  • Excellent communication skills and proven negotiation skills. Must be able to effectively communicate with technical SMEs at all levels and be able to present a scientific case to effectively communicate within the organization and/or regulatory agencies

Madrigal's Total Rewards strategy is based on a biotech industry peer group comparator and is inclusive of base pay, bonus and equity. Our equity offers meaningful opportunity allowing our employees to share in the success they help create. By aligning individual and company performance, we empower employees to think like owners, giving them a stake in the organization.

All employees receive equity, which we believe reinforces our ownership culture. Base salary is determined by several factors including the candidate's qualifications, skills, education, experience, business needs and market demands. As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position, applicable to all candidates, is $207,000 - $253,000 per year. We comply with all applicable minimum wage laws.

All full-time employees receive equity, which reinforces our ownership culture and offers meaningful opportunity for our employees to share in the success they help create. By aligning individual and company performance, we empower employees to think like owners, giving them a stake in the organization.

Full-time employees are also eligible for comprehensive benefits, including flexible paid time off, medical, dental, vision and life/disability insurance, and 401(k) offerings (i.e., traditional, Roth, and employer match) in accordance with applicable plans. We also offer additional voluntary benefits like supplemental life insurance, legal services, and other offerings. In addition, we offer mental health benefits through our Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family. The company also provides other benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you need assistance, please contact HR@madrigalpharma.com.

Madrigal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or disabled status, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Unsolicited resumes from agencies should not be forwarded to Madrigal. Madrigal will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes through this source. Madrigal will only pay a fee to agencies if a formal agreement between Madrigal and the agency has been established.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis and can be submitted through our Madrigal Careers site.

Please be aware that we have received reports of individuals misrepresenting themselves as Madrigal Pharmaceuticals' Hiring Managers, seeking to engage with job candidates through fraudulent online advertisements or job posting sites. These unauthorized individuals are using Madrigal's name and logo in an attempt to solicit up-front fees and obtain personal information from interested job candidates. Please know that Madrigal does not conduct interviews via text or in chat rooms; conduct interviews via Skype, RingCentral or solely via telephone; charge candidates an advance fee of any kind (e.g., fees for purchasing equipment); nor does it offer positions of employment without undergoing a thorough recruiting process.

Please also note that any correspondence with regard to employment would come from an authorized madrigalpharma.com email address or from an email address from one of our trusted search firm partners. We are aware that incorrect/fraudulent email addresses, with Madrigal misspelled, have been utilized in these most recent fraud attempts. If you receive unsolicited employment offers from people claiming to work for or on behalf of Madrigal, we recommend that you: do not respond to their questions; do not open any attachments; and do not click on any hyperlinks. Any questions regarding the legitimacy of job-related contacts can be directed to HR@madrigalpharma.com.