Job Description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is excited to offer our Regulatory PhD Fellowship program. Vertex is offering a one-year PhD Fellowship in our International Regulatory Affairs Team at our corporate headquarters in London, UK.
The Regulatory PhD Fellows will be responsible for regulatory support for development programs or marketed products. The Fellow will contribute to the development of regulatory strategies for development and commercialization of program(s) within the portfolio.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Contributes to the development and implementation of regulatory strategy as a member of the International Regulatory Affairs Team
• Develops proficiency in regulatory skills
• Supports regulatory strategy under guidance of the International Regulatory Lead
• Responsible for regulatory communications with local health authority; under supervision, may lead regulatory interactions with the health authority
• Identifies regulatory requirements for development and approval pathways for assigned region
• Under supervision, manages the process for preparation, submission, and approval of regulatory applications
• Provides technical regulatory input for key product development or registration documents
• Informs regulatory affairs senior management on the status of regulatory strategies and tactics, procedures and practices
• Works to ensure compliance of regulatory submissions with current regulations and guidance
• Reviews regulatory intelligence and guidance information to continuously support regulatory strategy

Required Education and Knowledge/Skills:

• Successfully completed a Doctoral program and thesis defense in a scientific background
• Ability to assess and understand complex scientific information
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to exchange complex information with others in complex situations
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and contribute to work and projects in a systematic and efficient manner
• Ability to start in summer/autumn 2026 at our International HQ in Paddington, London.

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Flex Designation: Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible
Flex Eligibility Status:
In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
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Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com

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