Jennifer Villaruz
About Jennifer Villaruz
Jennifer Villaruz is a Regulatory Operations Manager at Alkermes in Waltham, Massachusetts, with over six years of experience in regulatory roles across multiple pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
Title: Regulatory Operations Manager
Jennifer Villaruz holds the position of Regulatory Operations Manager at Alkermes, based in Waltham, Massachusetts. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing and coordinating regulatory operations activities within the company, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitating communication between different departments to achieve regulatory goals.
Professional Background and Experience
Jennifer Villaruz has accumulated over 6 years of experience in regulatory roles across various pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. She began her career at Genentech as an Assistant Regulatory Affairs Specialist and later served as a Regulatory Affairs Specialist (consultant). Subsequently, she held positions at Nektar Therapeutics, FibroGen, Inc., Portola Pharmaceuticals, Arcus Biosciences, and ADC Therapeutics. Her extensive background in regulatory operations has equipped her with a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical industry’s compliance and regulatory standards.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Villaruz has a diverse educational background that combines communication skills with specialized knowledge in regulatory affairs. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs from the University of Washington. Additionally, she pursued a Master of Science in Regulatory Affairs and Health Policy at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, providing her with a comprehensive foundation in regulatory policies and practices.
Career Progression and Key Roles
Jennifer Villaruz transitioned through several key roles in her career, predominantly in the San Francisco Bay Area. She served as a Regulatory Associate at Nektar Therapeutics, a Regulatory Operations Associate at FibroGen, Inc., a Regulatory Operations Associate at Portola Pharmaceuticals, and held regulatory operations management positions at Arcus Biosciences and ADC Therapeutics. Her progression showcases her increasing responsibilities and expertise in regulatory operations.
Experience in Regulatory Roles at Genentech
Jennifer Villaruz's tenure at Genentech was marked by two distinct roles. Initially, she served as an Assistant Regulatory Affairs Specialist for 11 months, followed by a position as a Regulatory Affairs Specialist (consultant) for 10 months. These roles allowed her to develop and refine her skills in regulatory affairs within a major biotechnology company, contributing to her overall competency in the field.