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The Manager, Regulatory Affairs for Chemistry Manufacturing & Controls (CMC) works with internal and external partners in order to deliver products to patients. Prepares CMC regulatory strategies ...

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The Manager, Regulatory Affairs for Chemistry Manufacturing & Controls (CMC) works with internal and external partners in order to deliver products to patients. Prepares CMC regulatory strategies ...

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The Manager, Regulatory Affairs for Chemistry Manufacturing & Controls (CMC) works with internal and external partners in order to deliver products to patients. Prepares CMC regulatory strategies ...

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$125 - $213/hr

Identify, communicate, and escalation potential regulatory issues to Organon Regulatory CMC management, as needed. Required Education, Experience and Skills Bachelor's degree, in a science ...

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Project management skill is plus * Author and review CMC sections of regulatory submissions, including IND, NDA, and MAA applications. * Ensure documents align with FDA, EMA, and ICH regulatory ...

Manage timelines and deliverables for CMC workstreams, ensuring alignment with project goals. * Prepare and coordinate CMC documentation for AR, DSUR, and responses to regulatory authority questions.

This individual will play a critical role in advancing our lead asset through the NDA pathway by guiding CMC development, managing external partners, and ensuring regulatory readiness. This role is ...

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How much do cmc manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for cmc manager in the United States is $61,351.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a CMC manager?

CMC Managers, or Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls Managers, are professionals responsible for overseeing the development, production, and quality control processes of pharmaceutical products. They ensure that all aspects of drug manufacturing comply with regulatory standards and that the product is safe, effective, and consistent. CMC Managers coordinate between research, development, regulatory affairs, and production teams to streamline processes and solve technical issues. Their work is crucial for securing regulatory approval and bringing medicines to market efficiently.

What are some common challenges a CMC manager faces when coordinating cross-functional teams during drug development?

A CMC Manager often navigates complex challenges such as aligning timelines and priorities between research, manufacturing, quality assurance, and regulatory teams. Ensuring effective communication and data transfer across departments is crucial, especially when dealing with global teams or external partners. Additionally, adapting to evolving regulatory requirements and managing resource constraints while maintaining project momentum are frequent hurdles. Success in this role relies on strong project management, problem-solving skills, and the ability to build collaborative relationships across diverse functional areas.

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

To thrive as a CMC Manager, you need expertise in chemistry, manufacturing, and controls (CMC) regulations, drug development processes, and a relevant scientific degree, often with experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. Familiarity with regulatory submission systems, quality management software, and documentation tools such as eCTD is typically required. Strong project management, leadership, and cross-functional communication skills help coordinate teams and manage complex timelines. These competencies are vital for ensuring regulatory compliance, efficient product development, and successful market approval.

What is the difference between Cmc Manager vs Cmc Specialist?

AspectCmc ManagerCmc Specialist
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Life Sciences, Chemistry, or related field; often requires industry certificationsSimilar educational background; certifications may enhance prospects
Work EnvironmentOversees teams, manages projects, liaises with regulatory agenciesExecutes specific tasks within projects, supports Cmc managers
ResponsibilitiesStrategic planning, team leadership, regulatory submissionsData compilation, documentation, technical support

The Cmc Manager typically holds a leadership role, overseeing Cmc specialists and managing regulatory processes, while the Cmc Specialist focuses on technical execution and documentation. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and industry experience, but differ mainly in scope and responsibility.

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Infographic showing various Cmc Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,351 per year, or $29.5 per hour.

Manager, RA CMC

AbbVie

North Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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AbbVie rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 102 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 86 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

Purpose:

Describes the primary goals, objective or function or outputs of this position. The Manager, Regulatory Affairs for Chemistry Manufacturing & Controls (CMC) works with internal and external partners in order to deliver products to patients. Prepares CMC regulatory strategies that enable first pass approvals under limited management supervision. Develops and manages content strategy for regulatory submissions, including INDs/CTAs and amendments, with managerial oversight and supplements/variations with limited management supervision. Builds and maintains relationships within the Regulatory Affairs functional areas and the Operations and Research & Development (R&D) organizations. Represents RA CMC on product development and life-cycle management teams to negotiate, influence, and provide strategic advice to peers in RA, R&D, and Operations.

Responsibilities:

Prepares CMC regulatory product strategies with limited supervision. Prepares regulatory submissions, including new IND/CTA applications and amendments, renewals, annual reports, supplements and variations under limited supervision.

Analyzes and interprets information that impacts regulatory decisions. Seeks expert advice and technical support as required for strategies and submissions

Reviews and revises regulatory submission documentation to effectively present data and strategy to regulatory agencies under limited supervision

Responds to global regulatory information requests under limited supervision.

Develops strategies for CMC-related agency interactions and manages preparation of agency meeting requests and information packages, under limited supervision

Manages products and change control with an understanding of regulations, agency guidance and company policies and procedures with limited supervision. Analyzes and approves manufacturing change records with limited supervision.

Represents CMC regulatory affairs on teams such as the product development, Global Regulatory Product Teams and Operations Product Teams, for assigned projects; negotiates with and influences team members with support of management to maximize chances for first pass approval of regulatory submissions and stays abreast of regulatory procedures and changes in the external regulatory environment.

Analyzes legislation, regulation and guidance and provides analysis to the organization under limited supervision

Contributes to creation of white papers and policies to illustrate current regulatory thinking under supervision of manager. Participates in initiatives internal to RA CMC

May act as a formal or informal mentor to others.

Qualifications

Required Education: Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, biology, chemistry, pharmacology, engineering or related subject

Preferred Education: Relevant advanced degree preferred. Certification a plus.

Required Experience: 6 years biopharmaceutical or related industry experience.

Preferred Experience: 6 years biopharmaceutical RA, R&D or Operations experience including 3 years in regulatory affairs Responsibilities,

Experience working in a complex and matrix environment

Strong oral and written communication skills

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: 

  • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. 

  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

  • This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs. 

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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About AbbVie

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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health, and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Industry

Scientific research and development services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

North Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

2013