Regulatory Specialist
Alameda, CA$140k - $185kfull-timePosted 6mo ago
About the role
Senior Regulatory Specialist leading global regulatory strategies for medical device and biologic products, guiding cross-functional teams through complex regulatory pathways while integrating regulatory requirements throughout the product lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic regulatory plans for medical devices and combination products across multiple global markets.
- Lead, prepare, author, and coordinate regulatory submissions including IDEs, 510(k)s, PMAs, technical files for CE marking, and other international registrations.
- Drive multiple cross-functional regulatory projects to meet timelines and business objectives.
- Serve as liaison with regulatory authorities (FDA, Notified Bodies, and other global health authorities).
- Lead rapid response efforts to regulatory agency communications, draft responses within tight timelines.
- Manage and update risk management files per ISO 14971, integrating regulatory considerations.
- Determine usability study requirements per IEC 62366 and coordinate human factors engineering activities.
- Generate regulatory analyses, GSPR/Essential Requirements checklists, and Declarations of Conformity (DoCs).
- Manage certificates, authorizations, and device registrations.
- Architect and maintain regulatory watch systems for global regulations.
- Monitor and interpret evolving regulations, translating into actionable guidance for cross-functional teams.
- Shape and maintain regulatory components of the QMS in line with ISO 13485, MDR 2017/745, and FDA QSR.
- Drive process and system improvements to optimize submission outcomes.
- Design templates, tools, and training materials to scale regulatory knowledge.
- Guide product development teams on regulatory requirements from concept through commercialization.
- Participate in strategic planning and design reviews as regulatory/quality SME.
- Mentor team members on regulatory strategy and submission preparation.
- Support internal audits and regulatory inspections; back up for quality-focused team members.
- Coordinate regulatory aspects of clinical trials including authority notifications and approvals.
- Collaborate with quality colleagues to integrate regulatory requirements into manufacturing and post-market processes.
Qualifications
- Engineering Degree or equivalent in quality, regulatory and/or life sciences
- Minimum 5 years of progressive regulatory affairs experience in the medical device industry
- Demonstrated expertise with FDA submissions and EU MDR requirements
- Experience in preparing and conducting regulatory meetings (e.g. Pre-Subs, Pre-IND)
- Strong knowledge of global medical device regulations and ability to navigate new regulatory frameworks
- Experience with Class II-III (implantable devices) and biologics or combination products
- Proven ability to develop regulatory strategies for novel technologies and translate into actionable requirements
- Excellent project management skills with ability to handle multiple complex projects
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with cross-functional collaboration and influence
- Demonstrated success managing parallel projects in a fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail
- Ability to travel (domestic and international)
Skills
Required:Regulatory strategyRegulatory submissionsQuality Management System
Benefits
- Competitive salary and equity
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- Flexible vacation and company-paid holidays
- Healthy meals and snacks for non-remote employees
- Paid parental, jury duty, bereavement, family care and medical leave
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, subsidized by Science
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k)
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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