Are you a regulatory affairs leader with deep expertise in agricultural biotechnology and a passion for bringing innovative technologies to market?
At Nufarm, we're looking for an experienced Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs to play a pivotal role in advancing our global biotech portfolio. If you thrive in complex regulatory environments, enjoy translating cutting-edge science into successful approval strategies, and want to help shape the future of agriculture, we'd love to hear from you.
Nufarm. Evolving Ag.
Nufarm is a global crop protection and seeds technologies company that helps farmers and businesses meet the global challenges of food, feed, fibre and food production.
Whether it’s commercialising the world’s first plant-based omega-3, launching precision agricultural solutions, unlocking biomass oils for more sustainable fuels and fast-moving consumer goods, introducing innovative crop protection solutions, or delivering the crop and seed technologies farmers depend on every day, Nufarm is evolving with agriculture to create sustainable value for customers.
Own Your Growth at Nufarm
As Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs, based in West Sacramento you will be a key regulatory expert responsible for supporting global regulatory strategies and submissions for biotechnology products, including genetic engineering and genome-editing innovations. You will partner closely with R&D, Quality, Commercial, and external stakeholders to ensure regulatory submissions are scientifically robust, strategically aligned, and compliant with global requirements. This is a highly visible role with significant impact on enabling timely product approvals across key international markets.
How You'll Help Us Grow
- Support and implement global regulatory strategies for GMO and gene-edited products across North America, Europe, APAC, and LATAM.
- Monitor evolving global regulatory frameworks, assess regulatory risks, and integrate regulatory requirements into development programs.
- Lead the preparation, drafting, and review of regulatory dossiers, risk assessments, technical reports, and scientific justifications.
- Coordinate complex regulatory submissions and ensure all documentation meets high standards of scientific rigor, compliance, and quality.
- Develop strategic responses to regulatory authority questions and data requests, including supporting scientific arguments and regulatory positions.
- Build and maintain productive relationships with regulatory agencies and industry stakeholders, supporting meetings, briefings, and technical presentations.
- Provide regulatory guidance throughout product development, including study design, permit applications, compliance requirements, and CRO management.
- Support the successful advancement of Nufarm's biotechnology innovation pipeline through proactive regulatory leadership.
Could This Be You?
We're seeking a collaborative and strategic regulatory professional who brings both scientific depth and commercial awareness.
You will ideally have:
- A PhD (preferred) or advanced degree in Plant Sciences, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Risk Assessment, Food & Feed Safety, or a related discipline.
- 10+ years of regulatory affairs experience within agricultural biotechnology organizations.
- Extensive knowledge of global GMO and gene-editing regulations, risk assessment frameworks, and regulatory approval pathways.
- A successful track record leading global regulatory submissions and interacting directly with regulatory authorities.
- Exceptional regulatory writing skills, with experience developing high-quality dossiers, safety assessments, and agency responses.
- Strong strategic thinking, with the ability to anticipate regulatory challenges and develop practical approval strategies.
- Experience with permits, GLP studies, CRO oversight, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Outstanding communication, influencing, and stakeholder management capabilities.
- A proactive, results-oriented mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Why Join Nufarm?
At Nufarm, you'll have the opportunity to work on transformative agricultural technologies that address some of the world's most pressing sustainability and food security challenges. You'll be part of a collaborative global team where innovation, accountability, and professional growth are highly valued.
What We Offer
Our compensation structure is designed to reflect the cost of labor across various U.S. geographic markets. The base salary range for this position is $135,000 to $180,000 per year.
Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. At Nufarm, we believe in total compensation. In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for additional forms of compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, financial, and other wellbeing benefits.
Nufarm is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Apply today and help shape the future of agriculture.
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