CDER seeks director
This article was originally published in The Tan Sheet
Executive Summary
FDA is seeking a director for its Center for Drug Evaluation and Research following the October departure of Steven Galson, the agency announces Dec. 3. Accepting applications through Feb. 1, FDA is seeking a candidate who will lead the agency in defining "drug regulatory policy for the next generation," and expediting review of applications for new drug applications, among other goals, FDA notes. Former CDER director Janet Woodcock is filling the role on a temporary basis...
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