Director, Regulatory Affairs
Lyell Immunopharma · Seattle, Washington, United States; South San Francisco, California, United States
Posted 26 days ago · $210,000 to $260,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 26 days Lyell Immunopharma's roles stay open a median of 26 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 100% of Lyell Immunopharma's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Lyell Immunopharma
- high 5 stale, 0 reposted of 14 open
- Hiring momentum
- 20 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Lyell Immunopharma's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Lyell Immunopharma.
About this role
The Director of Regulatory Affairs will lead the global regulatory strategy for CAR-T cell therapies, overseeing their development from early clinical stages to licensure. This role involves representing the regulatory team in cross-functional meetings, managing interactions with health authorities, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The position also includes mentoring junior staff and staying updated on emerging regulations in the cell and gene therapy field.
- benefits
- 2/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 5/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Lyell Immunopharma as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences
- A minimum of 15+ years in the biopharmaceutical industry
- At least 8 years of direct Regulatory Affairs experience
- Substantial experience in cell and gene therapy, specifically with CAR-T or T-cell engaging modalities
- Proven track record of leading major submissions (IND/CTA)
- Experience in BLA/MAA preparation
Nice to have
- Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, or MD) is strongly preferred
What you get
- Salary range of $210,000 to $260,000 annually
- Opportunity to earn an annual bonus
- Eligibility to participate in Lyell’s Equity Incentive Plan
Worth weighing
- Role involves significant responsibility in a complex regulatory landscape
- No specific mention of remote work flexibility beyond location options
- High level of experience required may limit candidate pool
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