Deputy Vice President, Science and Regulatory Advocacy

PMA Companies

Deputy Vice President for science and regulatory advocacy at PhRMA. Leading projects and initiatives while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders in the healthcare sector.

Posted 5/30/2026full-timeWashington • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $187,100 - $266,700 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide leadership and strategic development for regulatory policy and advocacy efforts
Lead and manage the execution of projects related to science and regulatory advocacy
Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders
Represent industry/PhRMA externally to third parties
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's or MPH degree in Pharmaceutical or Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, Regulatory Sciences, Data Sciences, Health Policy or related disciplines
10+ years of relevant experience in biomedical/drug research & development and/or regulatory policy and advocacy
Demonstrated knowledge of drug research & development and related FDA regulations
Strong negotiating skills/ability to influence and build consensus
Ability to synthesize various stakeholder perspectives and input into clear, consolidated advocacy positions
Strong program management experience with the ability to handle multiple strategic-level projects
Excellent communication skills required: verbal, written, listening and presentation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) with employer contributions and immediate vesting
Paid time off
Flexible working arrangements including remote work on Mondays and Fridays
Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Community service and charitable event participation

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Hard Skills & Tools

regulatory policyadvocacydrug researchFDA regulationsprogram management

Soft Skills

leadershipnegotiatinginfluenceconsensus buildingcommunicationsynthesis of stakeholder perspectives

Certifications

Master's degreeMPH degree