Director, Global EH&S

Who We Are: Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, psychiatric, endocrine and immunological disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hyperphagia in patients with Prader-Willi syndrome, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For more than three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit  neurocrine.com , and follow the company on  LinkedIn ,  X , Facebook and YouTube . ( *in collaboration with AbbVie ) About the Role: The Director of EH&S is responsible for overseeing and managing globally all aspects of an organization's environmental, health and safety programs, including direct leadership of environmental, occupational health and safety, and related compliance functions, driving proactive culture and processes and systems to support efficient and effective management. Develops environmental, health and safety policies and procedures, such as but not limited to chemical safety, risk assessments, ergonomics, illness and injury prevention, travel safety, hazardous material and waste and building safety. Globally owns EH&S compliance training strategy and governance; delegates specialized environmental compliance training to environmental program leadership. Owns overall program design and communication for inspections of all areas, including labs, to ensure compliance with global occupational safety and health standards, as well as promoting a culture of safety, sustainability and environmental stewardship. Monitors performance of Environmental, Health and Safety programs and regulatory compliance with all global regulations and manages contact with the appropriate EH&S government agencies. Selects, develops and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the global EH&S team. _ Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to): Leadership & Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive EH&S strategy that aligns with the company’s overall goals and objectives Provide leadership and direction to the EH&S team, fostering a culture of safety and environmental responsibility across all levels of the organization Serve as a subject matter expert and advisor to senior leadership on EHS-related matters, ensuring alignment with corporate sustainability and operational objectives Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that the organization is in full compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal environmental, health and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc.) globally Oversee the proper handling of hazardous waste, proper packaging and safe handling procedures Lead the preparation for and coordination of audits, inspections, and assessments by regulatory agencies Keep current with changes to environmental, health, and safety laws, ensuring timely updates to policies, procedures, and systems Manage regulatory filings and compliance dates, ensuring timely completion of tasks Risk Management & Hazard Mitigation: Identify, assess, and prioritize environmental, health, and safety risks to the organization, developing and implementing mitigation strategies Oversee the creation and implementation of safety programs, procedures, and guidelines to address potential hazards, driving risk assessments and proactive remediation Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and the development of corrective and preventive actions for accidents and near-misses Ensure all equipment (including forklifts) is properly maintained and used safely Drive safety culture around risk assessments, including active participation across the organization and with leaders. Ensure EH&S is owned by every employee and leader for compliance and proactive leadership Lead requirements and develop programs globally for field and travel health and safety programs Develop statements of work and manage vendors to provide key services in EH&S globally Provide governance and oversight for product stewardship requirements, including Safety Data Sheet creation and environmental compliance activities executed by the Environmental function Training & Education: Develop and deliver EH&S training programs globally for employees at all levels, ensuring that all team members understand the importance of EH&S standards and know how to adhere to them Ensure online training is built and delivered as appropriate Promote a continuous learning culture, encouraging employees to take ownership of their own safety and environmental responsibilities Sustainability Initiatives: Establish enterprise environmental sustainability strategy and priorities and oversee execution through environmental program leadership Reporting & Documentation: Maintain accurate records of activities, incidents, training, and regulatory compliance Prepare regular EHS performance reports for senior management and relevant stakeholders, providing analysis of key performance indicators and making recommendations for improvement Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of continuous improvement in EH&S, utilizing data, employee feedback, and industry best practices to refine and optimize processes Implement EHS technologies and systems to improve efficiency and accuracy in monitoring and reporting Team Development & Management: Rec