Regulatory Affairs Specialist – Senior Specialist

About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporationis a publicly traded organization with a rich history spanning nearly 100 years of service. The Company is a global manufacturer of medicated feed additives, feed ingredients, advanced nutrition solutions, vaccines and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. Phibro’s revenues are in excess of $820 million, and are supported by over 1500 employees worldwide.

The Regulatory Affairs Specialist / Senior Specialist is an integral part of our Regulatory Affairs team based out of our US – Quincy, IL – Remote site.

Position Details

The Regulatory Affairs Specialist/Senior Specialist will be a key contributor in the Nutritional Specialty Products, Industrial Cleaners and Agriculture (NCA) regulatory team in our Quincy, Illinois office. Working with the Plant Solutions and HI&I teams, this position reports directly the Regulatory Affairs Manager/Director. This position is at office full‐time or remote for the right candidate and may include some travel. Responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to the following:

Key Responsibilities

• Requirements, planning, preparing and submitting dossiers and supporting ongoing maintenance of existing registrations
• Manage Safer Choice and OMRI Certifications
• Manage Agricultural and Plant Products and Industrial Cleaners (microorganism based) Regulations/Registrations for USA & Canada
• Develop and implement regulatory strategies for assigned projects
• Represent regulatory on internal cross functional teams, with external regulatory agencies such as FDA, EPA, and USDA (APHIS), industry trade groups such as HCPA, and state and international government agencies
• Represent Phibro in class associations such as AAPFCO (Plants) /AAPCO (Pesticides) among others
• Provide guidance and support to teams and management regarding new and emerging regulatory issues
• Support development and maintenance of consistent policies and procedures for international product registration
• Manages Regulatory Information Management Systems (RIMS) for their product responsibilities
• Manages EPA Facility registrations
• Ensures compliance with labeling regulations and reviews product labels for accuracy and completeness
• Monitors and stays current on all relevant regulatory requirements, changes and international regulations
• Work schedule flexibility to serve the needs of international team members

Key Competencies

Interpersonal Skills / Communication

Prioritizing and Organizing Work

Managing Time

Demonstrating Initiative

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Problem Solving / Decision Making

Skills

Interpersonal skills sufficient to communicate verbally and in writing with others in an objective and cooperative manner.

Advanced organizational skills.

High degree of time management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities and projects at once.

Extremely high level of attention to detail and high standard of quality.

Must be accurate, detail-oriented and thorough.

Ability to work independently.

Demonstrated resourcefulness and initiative

A motivated self-starter, work well in groups and demonstrate excellent customer service.

Must be proficient using Email, phones, cell phones, and office equipment.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products

Strong computer skills and project management experience.

Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills

Education & Experience

• Minimum BS in animal nutrition, food science, chemistry, biology or biochemistry or a related scientific discipline. MS preferred
• 3 – 5+ years’ experience in Regulatory Affairs for Microbial based Household, Industrial and Institutional Products, Plant or Agricultural Products, Safer Choice & EPA Compliance, or Biopesticides & Pesticides, OMRI certifications. Knowledge and experience in monitoring the Regulatory Environment on labeling and packaging.
• Experienced in researching, interpreting, communicating and applying regulations

Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Business Unit: Animal Health & Mineral Nutrition   
Division: Animal Health & Nutrition 
Department: Regulatory Affairs 
Location: US – Quincy, IL – Remote 
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday (Standard Work hours)