Neurocrine Biosciences Inc. Posted September 18, 2026

Regulatory Ad Promo Associate Director

US CA San Diego, United States Full time
Regulatory Affairs Associate Director
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About this opportunity

Who We Are:

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, psychiatric, endocrine and immunological disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hyperphagia in Prader-Willi syndrome, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For more than three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit  neurocrine.com , and follow the company on  LinkedIn ,  X , Facebook and YouTube . ( *in collaboration with AbbVie )

About the Role:

Serves as the lead reviewer for medical education and commercial advertising and promotional materials for product, disease state, and training/education programs. Leads cross-functional collaboration to ensure appropriate reviews take place and timely submissions are made to OPDP. Work closely with the Director, Regulatory Ad Promo to formulate the strategic direction and develop process improvements for the Regulatory Ad/Promotion function.Proactively reviews regulatory promotional guidelines and untitled/warning letters; assesses phase IV clinical trial design with regard to possibilities for use in proactive or reactive marketing or medical communication. Assesses labeling changes for potential impact on Ad/Promo and and medical communications materials. For the right candidate, we will consider remote options for those living on the west coast and able to come into the office for important meetings. _

Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):

Assumes a leadership role in the PRC Process for assigned products to ensure compliance with FDA advertising and promotional regulations and guidelines for select product, disease state, and all medical education materials

Responsible for timely and accurate review, and timely submission of promotional materials (i.e. FDA 2253 submissions)

Independently represents Regulatory Affairs on the Medical Review Committee (MRC) and be responsible for conducting the regulatory review of materials for assigned products/programs intended for use by the field medical team

Track and evaluate FDA guidance, policies and the overall regulatory environment and must be able to assess and communicate potential risk and impact to Sr. Leadership

Develop and maintain a business partnership environment between Regulatory Affairs, PRC and MRC partner functions in the review and approval of advertising and promotional materials

Actively manages communications to Regulatory management, and ensures promotional claims are in compliance with terms of approved product registrations, current labeling, applicable laws, internal policies and external regulations

Proactively assesses advertising and promotion-related processes and procedures to enhance efficiencies and compliance

Identify and recommend/implement policy and/or process changes as needed in partnership with Director, Regulatory Ad/Promo

Maintain standard operating procedures and department working practices

Mentors and develops junior level team members

Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

BS/BA degree in Life/Health Sciences or related field AND 10+ year's of Regulatory Affairs experience at a biotech, pharmaceutical or device company, including significant experience in Advertising & Promotion process management. OR

Master’s degree in Life/Health Science or related field AND 8+ years of similar experience as noted above

Emerging as an internal thought leader with technical and/or business expertise

Applies in-depth knowledge of own area of expertise to solve problems, with guidance from Director, Regulatory Ad/Promo on complex/high risk matters

Applies expertise to manage critical projects and/or relationships

Integrates analysis of business objectives and strategic direction to resolve problems and recommend solutions

Has input into short-term strategy and may be involved in long-term strategy on a functional level

Strong communications, problem-solving, analytical thinking, influencing skills

Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal direction, including functional representation within teams and committees in order to attain group goals

Proven track record and experience in Advertising & Promotional review committees with a thorough understanding of FDA guidance and regulations

Extensive knowledge of electronic document management systems (e.g. Veeva Vault or similar)

Advanced in Microsoft Office programs and Adobe Professional

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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment , and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

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The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $173,900.00-$238,000.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 30% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

Job details

Seniority
Associate Director
Function
Regulatory Affairs
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
US CA San Diego, United States
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Regulatory Affairs role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 272 comparable Associate Director Regulatory Affairs roles across 79 biopharma companies.

272Comparable roles tracked
262Currently active
79Companies hiring similar roles
37Countries represented

Salary context

73 of 272 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

This roleSubject $173,900/yr – $238,000/yr
Peer group range $123,250 – $236,300 (median $180,500)

Where these roles are based

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United States110
India26
United Kingdom23
Japan18
Ireland11
Poland11

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Seniority mix

272 of 272 peers have a known seniority level

Manager164
Senior57
Associate Director51

Therapeutic area mix

25 of 272 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

Immunology13
Oncology6
Ophthalmology4
Rare Disease1
Dermatology & Aesthetics1

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