Job Description
Vera Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing treatments for serious immunological diseases. Vera Therapeutics’ mission is to advance treatments that target the source of disease in order to change the standard of care for patients. Vera Therapeutics’ lead product candidate is atacicept, a fusion protein self-administered at home as a subcutaneous once weekly injection that blocks both B-cell Activating Factor (BAFF) and A Proliferation-Inducing Ligand (APRIL), which stimulate B cells to produce autoantibodies contributing to certain autoimmune diseases, including IgA nephropathy (IgAN) and lupus nephritis. Beyond IgAN, Vera Therapeutics is evaluating additional diseases where the reduction of autoantibodies by atacicept may prove clinically meaningful. In addition, Vera Therapeutics holds an exclusive license agreement with Stanford University for a novel, next generation fusion protein targeting BAFF and APRIL, known as VT-109, with wide therapeutic potential across the spectrum of B-cell–mediated diseases. Vera Therapeutics is also evaluating the development of MAU868, a monoclonal antibody designed to neutralize infection with BK virus, which can have devastating consequences in kidney transplant recipients. Vera Therapeutics retains all global developmental and commercial rights to atacicept, VT-109, and MAU868. For more information, please visit www.veratx.com.
Our values are the cornerstone of our culture. Our values inspire us every day and guide everything we do—from how we hire great people, to advancing our mission together, to achieving our ultimate goal to improve medical treatment for patients suffering from immunological diseases.
Position Summary:
The Vice President, Regulatory Affairs will be responsible for the development and execution of the company’s Regulatory strategy and report into the Senior Vice President, Regulatory and Quality. This critical hire will provide input, prioritize, implement, monitor, and communicate Vera’s Regulatory strategy and programs. As part of the Quality and Regulatory leadership team, you will establish and translate Vera’s Regulatory strategy into operational policies, processes, procedures, and training to meet global regulatory, medical/health, and legislative standards. This role requires experience, knowledge, and leadership credibility to be effective across Vera in multiple capacities, thereby ensuring compliance with Regulatory standards and corporate-wide commitment to Quality principles and Vera values.
Responsibilities:
Additional representative responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:
In this highly visible role, the successful candidate will develop and lead integrated global regulatory strategies (US, EU, and key ex‑US markets) for all pipeline programs, aligning with overall corporate and clinical development goals.
Serve as a primary regulatory strategist providing clear assessments of regulatory options, risks, and timelines to inform portfolio and investment decisions.
Oversee planning, authoring, review, and submission of regulatory dossiers including pre‑IND/IMPD packages, INDs/CTAs, IBs, pediatric plans, orphan/expedited program requests, DSURs/PSURs, NDAs/BLAs/MAAs, and post‑approval supplements/variations.
Lead or directly oversee global health authority interactions (e.g., FDA, EMA, PMDA and key national agencies), including scientific advice/protocol assistance, Type B/C meetings, pre-submission and advisory committee preparations; ensure high‑quality briefing packages and robust meeting follow‑up.
Partner closely with cross-functional teams to ensure clinical trial designs, endpoints, and statistical plans are aligned with regulatory expectations and support future registration.
Oversee global CMC regulatory strategies, including module 3/quality sections, comparability plans, and lifecycle management; ensure alignment with GxP and ICH requirements.
Ensure timely, accurate maintenance of all active INDs/CTAs and marketing authorizations, including safety reports, annual reports, labeling updates, and other commitments.
Build, lead, and mentor a high‑performing regulatory team effectively leveraging external consultants, CROs, and vendors for eCTD publishing and ex‑US submissions.
Establish and continuously improve phase‑appropriate regulatory processes, standards, and governance (e.g., submission planning, HA interaction tracking, labeling governance) suitable for a lean organization.
Stay current on evolving global regulatory requirements, guidance, and precedent, and proactively incorporate learnings into program strategies and company policies.
Support business development activities by contributing regulatory due diligence, risk/benefit assessments, and integration planning for potential partnerships, in‑licensing, and acquisitions.
Represent Regulatory Affairs on cross‑functional governance bodies and, as needed, with partners, and external stakeholders.
Qualifications:
Advanced degree in life sciences or related discipline (e.g., PhD, PharmD, MD, or MS); equivalent experience may be considered.
15+ years of increasing responsibility in biopharmaceutical regulatory affairs, including substantial experience in small or mid‑size biotech environments.
Proven track record of leading major global submissions (IND/CTA and NDA/BLA/MAA or equivalent) through acceptance and, ideally, approval.
Demonstrated experience interacting directly with FDA, EMA and other global health authorities, including leading meetings and negotiations on complex issues.
Strong understanding of global regulatory frameworks (ICH, FDA, EMA and other regional requirements) across early development, registration, and post‑approval lifecycle management.
Experience overseeing or partnering with CMC, regulatory operations/electronic submissions (eCTD), and safety/periodic reporting activities.
Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and develop teams, and to work effectively as both a hands‑on individual contributor and strategic leader in a lean, fast‑paced biotech setting.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex regulatory concepts clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences, including senior leadership and external partners.
High degree of integrity, sound judgment, and a pragmatic, solutions‑oriented mindset with strong organizational and project management skills.
Vera Therapeutics Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer.
Vera Therapeutics is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive. The exact base pay offered for this role will depend on various factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s geography, qualifications, skills, and experience.
For this role, the anticipated base pay range is
$259,000—$394,000 USD
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