Manager, State Licensing (Life Sciences)

TL;DR

Manager, State Licensing (Life Sciences): Managing end-to-end state licensing and regulatory compliance for pharmaceutical and medical device clients with an accent on wholesale distribution, 3PL, and controlled substance licensing. Focus on interpreting state statutes, managing the full license lifecycle, and ensuring continuous audit readiness.

Location: Chicago, IL, USA

Salary: USD 103,515 - 124,372 yearly

Company

hirify.global provides next-generation commercialization services to the life sciences industry, serving over 650 clients globally.

What you will do

• Provide full-service licensing oversight and consultation for pharmaceutical, device, and 3PL clients.
• Manage the full lifecycle of state licenses, including applications, renewals, amendments, and terminations.
• Conduct regulatory research to interpret state statutes and agency guidance.
• Serve as the primary liaison between clients and state regulatory agencies to resolve licensing issues.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure continuous audit readiness through strict adherence to standards.
• Support business development by providing subject-matter expertise during sales and scoping calls.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of experience in state licensing and regulatory compliance within pharma or healthcare.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, legal studies, public policy, or a scientific discipline.
• Proven experience preparing and submitting state license applications (Wholesale, 3PL, Pharmacy).
• Must be based in Chicago, IL, USA to perform office-based essential functions.
• Strong project management skills and ability to handle high-volume, detail-oriented processes.
• Experience managing or mentoring technical resources.

Nice to have

• Master’s, PhD, or PharmD degree.
• Experience working with state boards of pharmacy and the FDA.
• Knowledge of federal regulations such as DSCSA and DEA requirements.
• Prior experience in client-facing consulting or service delivery.

Culture & Benefits

• Certified Great Place to Work with a global team of over 7,000 employees.
• Inclusive culture with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Competitive salary ranges and comprehensive benefits package.
• Focus on operational excellence and continuous professional development.