We are currently looking to fill a Sr Director/Executive Director, Chief GMP Data Integrity Officer position. This position is responsible for the Regeneron Industrial Operations and Product Supply (IOPS) Data Governance and Integrity program and directs and leads the activities of the team. You will work closely with business leaders and department subject matter experts to implement data integrity standards into business operations and be the global leader on good practices for their area. Your remit will include developing and delivering effective training and education programs; working with the business to embed practical steps into procedures, processes and other documentation.

In this role, a typical day might include the following:

Business Priorities:

Global owner and lead for Data Governance and Integrity – defines the standard and ensures broad understanding and integration across the business

Partners with personnel to define or revise associated business processes to meet defined standards; applies practical education and fosters a culture of documenting processes

Works with department management to build a robust data governance program, champion an inspection ready approach and ensure documentation generation and maintenance all supporting compliant data practices

Participates in Regulatory Agency interactions and preparation as related to site inspections and ensures regulatory observations are adequately addressed and completed on schedule

Keeps current on the changing industry landscape and incorporates those findings to continuously improve Regeneron practices and procedures; knowledgeable of process and forensic-based auditing techniques for data integrity

Operational Oversight:

Establishes departmental goals aligned with organization goals

Builds global relationships to gain direct knowledge of operations and influence integration of data integrity standards and continuous improvements of departmental data integrity processes

Provides mentorship to employees for performance and development

Interviews, hires, orients, and trains incoming personnel

Ensures direct-report staff are appropriately resourced, supported and have the tools and direction to properly complete their function

Establishes programs, procedures, and work instructions to lead the data governance program including metrics, reports, inspection readiness, and both conceptual and practical education

Understands data integrity risks and regularly guides departments on requirements and works on the solution; escalates risks to executive leadership on a regular basis

Business Leadership:

Provides leadership and collaboration within and across the organization at all levels, across functional groups for all data integrity matters

Partners with global counterparts to ensure global alignment of processes, systems and procedures, unified communication to user areas, and identification of enhancements

Integrates across IOPS business areas with an eye to gain practical understanding of day-to-day operations

Coaches, mentors, and guides staff on changing standards

Identifies risks to operations and collaboratively works with team and business to identify and implement mitigations

Rigorously adheres to organizational basics – models to others the importance of getting the basics right, and reinforcing that standard

Develops personnel, supports a positive, diverse, equal, and inclusive work environment, and builds a strong team

Technology & Systems:

Responsible for the technology and systems that support the QA team

Health & Metrics:

Reports status of process performance and ensures timely and accurate metrics for presentation; includes day-to-day operations, program health, status, and action, as well as management review (Right to Operate)

This role may be for you if you:

Have outstanding experience demonstrating ability to partner, influence and incorporate new standards, or extensive experience in changing / revising large-scale program initiatives in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry

Have knowledge of one or more of the following pharmaceutical or biotech areas: Manufacturing, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, or Information Technology

Are knowledgeable in applicable federal, state, and local regulations, rules, policies, and procedures such as FDA Guidance on Data Integrity, MHRA Data Integrity Guide, and WHO Guide to Data Integrity

Are able to capture relevant facts, assess, and decide to implement; understands impact to areas and seeks input

Have the ability to influence and lead with and without direct line authority

Are skilled in analyzing information of considerable difficulty and drawing valid conclusions

Demonstrate leadership skills and strong interpersonal skills; ability to coach, mentor and build up team members

Can translate ambiguity into action plans for teams

To be considered for this role you must hold a Bachelor’s degree and the following amount of relevant experience for each level:

Sr Director: 15+ years

Executive Director: 20+ years

Recent leadership experience in a data integrity or data governance role is required. Previous people management and/or team leadership experience required. May substitute proven experience for education requirement. 50% travel required between sites based in Ireland and the USA.

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Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive and diverse culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which often include (depending on location) health and wellness programs, fitness centers, equity awards, annual bonuses, and paid time off for eligible employees at all levels!

Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business.

For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions.  For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.

Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process.  Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc.