INN WHO Expert / Advisor

Brand Institute (BI) is the world’s leading pharmaceutical branding agency, proud to be #1 in drug name approvals for 19 consecutive years. Our category-leading services include Name Strategy & Creation (USAN / INN, Brand, Clinical Trial, Program, and Line Extensions), Trademarks, Market Research, Name & Labeling Safety Research, and Visual Design.

Job Description

We are seeking an INN consultant / expert to join our Nonproprietary Division. This individual would represent the company as a consultant in the INN space for Europe & Asia clients , assisting those regional sales teams in client presentations and providing INN nonproprietary naming and regulatory expertise. The position requires specific and in-depth experience in nonproprietary (INN) nomenclature, including the preparation of supporting documentation for INN classification and regulatory submissions to national and international nomenclature authorities (USAN Council and INN Committee).

This position is a remote consultancy role, which will collaborate closely with colleagues in the U.S. and EU time zones.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary EurAsia INN scientific Specialist for pharmaceutical drug clients, delivering expert-level presentations and guidance.
• Conduct in-depth research and documentation for INN nomenclature classification.
• Prepare regulatory submission documents for the WHO INN Committee.
• Stay current on global developments in biological sciences and drug nomenclature standards.
• Review and interpret scientific literature to support nomenclature recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a deadline-driven, client-facing environment.

Requirements

• Proven background in INN or generic drug nomenclature, gained through work with a pharmaceutical company or an INN WHO regulatory authority.
• Strong knowledge of INN nomenclature guidance and principles.
• Experience preparing and submitting proposed names to the INN and collaborating with INN Expert Groups to ensure suitability for global use.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with prior client-facing experience.
• Solid understanding of molecular biology and its role in drug development.
• Experience in medical or regulatory compliance writing.
• Strong analytical, research, and critical thinking skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to organize and manage complex information.
• Ability to balance teamwork with independent problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
• Advanced English proficiency (verbal and written), with particular strength in scientific and medical writing.

Education

• PhD in Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biologics, or Cellular Biology preferred; MS accepted depending on other factors

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