FDA Relations Director Job Description

FDA Relations Director Job Profile and Description

The FDA Relations Director works in Pharmaceutical companies as well as research and development companies engaged in foods and medicines that constantly apply for FDA marketing permits and clearances.  The position provides functional leadership to a team of FDA relations officers who prepare the necessary documentation, clinical trials and other tests of newly formulated drugs and processed foods in obtaining FDA clearances.

FDA Relations Director Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the company’s R&D team to secure FDA application for marketing clearance of newly developed pharmaceutical and food products.
• Motivate a team of FDA relations officer to perform their duties and responsibilities in securing the necessary permits for newly development products.
• Represent the company with meeting with FDA officials for matters concerning clearance application and testing protocols.
• Attend lectures and seminar sponsored by the FDA and other relevant regulatory agencies.
• Conduct final screening interviews for applicants in the management positions of the department.

FDA Relations Director Skills and Specification

• Must have a thorough grasp of FDA regulations and the clinical testing protocols mandated by its regulations.
• Must have excellent organization, leaderships and managerial skills with willingness to work long hours and under pressure.
• Must have excellent communication, social and interpersonal skills

FDA Relations Director Education and Qualification

• A BS degree in the sciences relevant to pharmaceutical work is basic is basic
• A master’s degree is an advantage
• 6-10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industries with the last 3-5 years in government regulatory affairs is a distinct advantage

FDA Relations Director Job Salary

The annual salary of an FDA Relations Director working in pharmaceutical company varies depending on the size of the company, extent of R&D, state and holder’s qualification.  Typically, the position earns between $95,000 and $126,000 annually.