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Cedent Consulting

CRO Regulatory Specialist

Cedent Consulting, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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CRO Regulatory Specialist Job Description The Regulatory Specialist ensures clinical trials operate within a compliant framework while supporting sponsors and sites in meeting FDA, ICH, and GCP requirements. This role serves as the liaison between clinical operations, quality assurance, and regulatory authorities.

Reports to: Evidence Generation Leadership

Qualifications & Education Education Bachelor's degree (required) in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Regulatory Affairs, or related field. Master'sdegree preferred.

Experience: Minimum 5 years in clinical research with 3+ years in regulatory affairs at a CRO or sponsor.

Certifications RAC (Regulatory Affairs Certification) preferred. Current GCP training certification required. Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of FDA regulations (21 CFR Parts 11, 50, 54, 56, 312/812), ICH GCP guidelines (E6(R3)), and global regulatory requirements.

Key Skills & Competencies Technical Expertise Regulatory Submissions ICH/GCP Guidelines SOP Development Compliance Assessments Problem Solving Risk Management Quality Management Systems Professional Attributes Critical Thinking Attention to Detail Cross-functional Collaboration Written/Verbal Communication Time Management A key role ensuring regulatory compliance throughout the clinical trial lifecycle, maintaining GCP standards, and supporting inspection readiness.

Position Overview Core Responsibilities

GCP Compliance & Quality Oversight: Develop and maintain quality management systems that ensure protocol adherence

Conduct GCP compliance assessments and site readiness evaluations

Lead the implementation of risk-based monitoring strategies

Coordinate CAPA development and implementation for compliance issues

Regulatory Documentation & Submissions: Prepare and review regulatory submission documents (IND/IDE, amendments)

Ensure completeness and compliance of essential documents

Manage regulatory document workflows and tracking systems

Support eTMF management for inspection readiness

Study Oversight & Data Management

Support data integrity initiatives following ALCOA+ principles

Facilitate audit trail review and documentation

Collaborate on validation of computerized systems (CTMS, EDC)

Create regulatory guidance for emerging technologies and data sources

Performance Expectations

Maintain 100% compliance with regulatory requirements across assigned studies

Successfully support regulatory inspections with minimal or no critical findings

Develop and maintain effective relationships with sponsors, sites, and regulatory authorities

Contribute to continuous improvement of regulatory processes and document systems

This role is critical to ensuring the CRO maintains its reputation for regulatory excellence and contributes directly to the successful approval of sponsors' drug development programs.

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