Senior FIFRA Regulatory Affairs Manager (part-time) (f/m/d)

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Regulatory Services.

knoell is one of the leading global service providers in regulatory registration, clinical development, and product development support. As a family-owned business, we take pride in our commitment to the highest standards and believe that people are at the heart of our success. With our team of scientific and regulatory experts and an extensive network of partners, we ensure reliable solutions that address our clients' global business needs right from the start.

At knoell, we are guided by our core values of commitment, reliability, excellence and diversity. Are you someone who thrives in a collaborative environment? Do you take pride in delivering high-quality results and upholding excellence in everything you do? At knoell, we are passionate about embracing diverse perspectives, knowing that this fuels innovation and strengthens our impact. If you're ready to be part of a team that values these principles, we want to hear from you!

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SUMMARY

knoell is seeking an experienced Senior Manager of Regulatory Affairs to join our North American team in a part time capacity (16-20 total hours across 4 business days weekly). This position is designed for a seasoned professional who thrives at the intersection of science, regulation, and client strategy.

You will serve as a regulatory expert for registering products across crop protection, biologicals, and antimicrobials/biocides. This role involves collaborating closely with our local knoell USA team as well as our global network of experts to ensure seamless service delivery for our clients’ most critical registration and regulatory strategy projects and offers the opportunity to mentor other colleagues in developing regulatory expertise. You will be the “go-to” expert for EPA FIFRA pathways, providing support from data gap analysis to final label approval.

YOUR ROLE

Strategic Registration & Regulatory Advice:

• Direct the preparation, implementation, and coordination of regulatory projects for new product introductions (NPIs) and lifecycle maintenance across the U.S. (Federal and State), as well as Canada and Mexico if your expertise supports.
• FIFRA: Apply expert knowledge of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) to register traditional actives, “me-too” products, biopesticides, and antimicrobial/biocide products.
• Biologicals: Navigate the unique regulatory landscapes for biologicals (biopesticides, biostimulants, microbials), leveraging recent regulatory developments to accelerate time-to-market.
• Data Strategy: In partnership with relevant internal technical experts, perform comprehensive data gap analyses, draft waiver requests, and design testing strategies to meet EPA and state-level requirements.
• Labeling Excellence: Draft and review regulatory labels including those for biological products, identifying issues and ensuring compliance with federal and state labeling laws.



Client & Team Collaboration:

• Act as a primary point of contact for the knoell team for North America expertise, contributing to education of the team on regulatory pathways, risks, and opportunities while supporting long-term client relationships.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to regulatory specialists and managers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development.
• Proposals & Sales: Provide expertise alongside project managers in initial client inquiry calls, collaborate with internal sales teams on client proposals and quotes, and advise on budget needs based on project scope and complexity.
• Regulatory Insight: Provide competitive intelligence and insights into emerging regulatory trends (e.g., new state-level regulations, EPA policy shifts).
• Global Collaboration: Work closely with global colleagues to align North American strategies with international frameworks (JMPR, EU, etc.).

YOUR PROFILE

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required in Biology, Chemistry, Toxicology, Natural Resources, or a related scientific discipline. (Advanced degree preferred.)
• Experience: Minimum of 8+ years of professional experience in the registration of agrochemicals, crop nutrition, or related fields at the U.S. federal level. (Additional international regulatory expertise preferred.)
• EPA Expertise: Proven track record of successfully registering products under FIFRA, including deep familiarity with regulatory strategy, data requirements, and risk assessment frameworks.
• Portfolio Diversity: Demonstrated hands-on experience with traditional crop protection chemicals, biologicals (biopesticides/biofertilizers), and antimicrobials/biocides.
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English; able to translate complex regulatory concepts for diverse audiences.

 

Additional Skills and Preferences:

• Canadian Experience: Familiarity with Health Canada’s PMRA processes and JMPR (Joint Meeting on Pesticide Residues) evaluations.
• Animal Health: Experience with topical animal health registrations or veterinary product regulations.
• State-Level Knowledge: Understanding of specific state regulations (e.g., California DPR, Florida DEP) and special local needs (Section 24(c)) filings.
• Languages: Proficiency in German, Spanish, Portuguese, or Japanese is an asset due to our global client base.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Work in a dynamic family-owned business environment with an international team in which new ideas, creative approaches, and collaboration are valued.
• You will have the opportunity to work with market leaders in our industry.
• Development is core, and at knoell we offer various opportunities to support your personal, leadership and technical development, including English language courses to help you effectively communicate in our business language.
• knoell offers a flexible working policy and is a remote-first company, where you have the flexibility to work from home, at our headquarters in Mannheim or at one of our local offices based in your location. 
• Part-time work options are generally supported on request subject to meeting business requirements.
•  It is important to us that you have both a career and personal life – we celebrate the work-life balance of our colleagues.
• At knoell we have a global employee referral program as part of the recruitment process where you can actively participate and get rewarded for referring talent to knoell.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at application@knoell.com. If you're looking to join a global leader in regulatory and clinical services, where you can make a real impact and contribute to a team that values your contributions, then knoell is the place for you.

We look forward to receiving your application!