Regulatory Jobs in Biopharma: A Growing Sector Amid Industry Changes

The pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries are experiencing a surge in demand for regulatory professionals, driven by ongoing changes at the FDA and the need for enhanced compliance across the sector. This trend is reflected in the current job market, with several major companies actively recruiting for regulatory positions.

Job Security and Increased Demand

Regulatory roles in biopharma companies are offering substantial job security for professionals in the field. Eric Celidonio, founder and managing partner of Sci.bio Recruiting, notes that individuals in development segments, including regulatory, are among the least vulnerable to job market fluctuations. Bryan Blair, vice president of life sciences at GQR, corroborates this observation, citing an increased demand for regulatory professionals.

While BioSpace data for September shows a slight 9% year-over-year decrease in regulatory job postings, the overall trend remains positive, with demand continuing to rise in 2025.

Companies Leading the Recruitment Drive

Several major pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies are at the forefront of this recruitment drive:

1. AbbVie has over 30 openings, including positions for principal research scientists and senior counsel roles.
2. Amgen is offering around a dozen positions, ranging from senior associate paralegal to director-level roles in observational research.
3. BioMarin Pharmaceutical is seeking professionals for roles such as regulatory global labeling director and head of regulatory advertising and promotion.
4. Eli Lilly has more than a dozen open positions, including clinical research physicians and technical business integrators.
5. Insmed is recruiting for positions like executive director of regulatory affairs CMC and director of regulatory affairs in gene therapy.
6. Moderna has approximately a dozen openings, including director-level positions in cancer vaccines research and litigation.
7. Regeneron is offering roles such as senior director of regulatory intelligence and director of corporate counsel for privacy and transactions.
8. Takeda has over a dozen positions available, including head of research quality and regulatory data steward roles.

These openings span various locations, including California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and Washington D.C., with some positions offering remote work options.

Evolving Regulatory Landscape

The increased demand for regulatory professionals is partly attributed to ongoing changes at the FDA. This dynamic regulatory environment necessitates biopharma companies to stay abreast of new guidelines and compliance requirements. As a result, professionals with regulatory knowledge are becoming increasingly valuable to both biotechs and pharmaceutical companies.

The regulatory job market in the pharmaceutical industry continues to evolve, offering diverse opportunities for professionals seeking stability and growth in their careers. As the sector adapts to new regulatory challenges, the demand for skilled individuals in this field is likely to remain strong in the foreseeable future.