Senior Regulatory Affairs Expert

Merck KGaA Darmstadt Germany•Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

You will work closely with different functions within MilliporeSigma Life Science, including R D, Production, Quality and others. Your focus will be on new chemical uses and submissions and ensuring ongoing compliance. Subsequently you will be involved in assessing changes and customer needs, where you will leverage your expertise in US chemicals regulations to drive innovation and ensure compliance You will use your excellent communication and partnering abilities to work closely with stakeholders across the organization to provide advice on regulatory execution strategies, implementing initiatives that support our commitment to sustainable practices.

Requirements

Master in Natural Sciences, PhD preferred.
Min. 5 years of profound experience and expertise on TSCA PMN submissions.
Extensive professional experience in US chemicals regulations, preferably gained from previous activities in an industrial company especially related to chemical assessments under TSCA.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex regulations and provide practical recommendations.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across functions and engage with stakeholders e.g. through practical experience in managing moderate to complex interdisciplinary projects.
Mastering the balancing act of independently driving complex topics forward, making decisions and taking controlled risks, while at the same time subordinating yourself to the larger vision and task as a member of a team.

Responsibilities

Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in TSCA with a technically advanced understanding of assessment methods as well as experience in advocacy.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure ongoing compliance and supporting internal process changes.
Provide strategic regulatory expert guidance and support to R D, Production, and Product Management to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Represent the company in industry associations, working groups, and regulatory forums, fostering collaboration and driving sustainable and responsible change in assessment methods and chemical management practices.