Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist

NEW CAIRO (OTHER)HYBRIDPOSTED: 6/24/2026
PHARMAFull-time
HIRING ORGANIZATIONIQVIAHealthcare Technology & Contract Research
Iqvia

ROLE DEFINITION & RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Overview

Individual contributor who is fully proficient in applying subject matter knowledge for a professional discipline. Works under limited supervision.

Essential Functions

Acts as a Regulatory Team Leader on more complex projects, which may include technical writing;
Prepares and/or reviews regulatory documentation in area of expertise, as appropriate;
Establishes relationships with many customers; may meet face to face without rest of the team to discuss regulatory issues, present lessons learned and discuss customer comments;
Acts as an SME/ expert in Regulatory knowledge in Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls/ Lifecycle Maintenance/ Marketing Authorization Transfers/ Labeling/ Publishing as applicable;
Understands the Scope of Work, deliverables and management of budget for any given project and manages workload as appropriate;
May give guidance to junior colleagues, including feedback on the quality of technical documents, and may assist in their training and development;
May present to clients on complex regulatory processes at large full service bid defense meetings by phone or in person;
May act as reviewer for regulatory standard operating procedures, as assigned and appropriate;
May prepare and deliver regulatory training to IQVIA small groups or individuals;
Performs other tasks or assignments, as delegated by Regulatory management;

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Lifescience or related discipline Req Or
Master's Degree in Lifescience or related disciplineRequired
At least 3-4 years relevant experience
Good understanding of the Research and Development process (Chemistry, Manufacturing & Controls, Preclinical and Clinical), laws and related guidelines, as appropriate;
Possesses a specific regulatory or technical expertise;
Good, solid interpersonal communication (oral and written) and organisation skills;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients;
Strong software and computer skills, including Microsoft Office , publishing applications and tools, as applicable;
Demonstrates self-motivation and enthusiasm;
Ability to work on several projects, with direction from senior staff as appropriate;
Ability to follow standard operating porcedures consistently; provides independent thought to assist in process improvements;
Ability to make decisions on discrete tasks under senior supervision;
Requires advanced knowledge within a specific discipline typically gained through extensive work experience and/or education;
Makes adjustments or recommended enhancements in systems and processes to solve problems or improve effectiveness of job area;
Problems faced are general and may require understanding of broader set of issues, but typically are not complex;
Ability to adapt quickly to a rapidly changing environment;
Applicable certifications and licenses as required by country, state, and/or other regulatory bodies

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

REQUIRED VERIFIED SKILLS

Acts as a Regulatory Team Leader on more complex projects, which may include technical writing;
Prepares and/or reviews regulatory documentation in area of expertise, as appropriate;
May act as reviewer for regulatory standard operating procedures, as assigned and appropriate;
May prepare and deliver regulatory training to IQVIA small groups or individuals;
Performs other tasks or assignments, as delegated by Regulatory management;
Bachelor's Degree Degree in Lifescience or related discipline Req Or
Master's Degree Degree in Lifescience or related discipline Req
At least 3-4 years relevant experience

COMPENSATION & REWARDS

Salary: Competitive / Disclosed upon candidate shortlisting
Salary for this Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist position is competitive and aligned with industry standards for this location.

ORGANIZATION CONTEXT & CULTURE

IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and contract research services (CRO) to the life sciences industry. The company helps pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device clients accelerate the development and commercialization of new medical treatments through its extensive data, technology, and human expertise. Their offerings span from clinical trial design and execution to real-world evidence and commercial effectiveness.

TEAM SIZE: 87,000+ employees
INDUSTRY: Healthcare Technology & Contract Research

EXPECTED CAREER ROADMAP

Regulatory Affairs Executive ➔ Senior RA Specialist ➔ Regulatory Affairs Manager ➔ Director.

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