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Job description
We are currently seeking a Staff Regulatory Affairs Specialist to join our Communication Business Unit based Hybrid in Flower Mound, TX.
What you will do
As the Staff Regulatory Affairs Specialist you support new product development for both US and OUS global regulatory release through the development and execution of regulatory strategies in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements. You support the total product lifecycle by assessing changes made to the device post-launch to determine the regulatory impact of changes. You will also ensure regulatory compliance through the maintenance of regulatory documentation and support review by FDA, Notified Bodies and other regulatory bodies. You are viewed as the primary regulatory team resource.
Evaluates the regulatory environment and contributes to providing internal advice throughout the product lifecycle (e.g., concept, development, manufacturing, marketing) to ensure product compliance
Anticipates regulatory obstacles and emerging issues throughout the product lifecycle and develops solutions
Assists in the development of regulatory strategy and updates strategy based upon regulatory changes
Evaluates proposed products for regulatory classification and jurisdiction
Provides regulatory information and guidance for product development and planning throughout the product lifecycle to the regulatory groups and others within the organization
Identifies the need for new regulatory procedures, SOPs, and participates in development and implementation
Helps train stakeholders on current and new regulatory requirements to ensure organization wide compliance
Assists other departments in the development of SOPs to ensure regulatory compliance
Provides regulatory input and technical guidance on global regulatory requirements to product development teams
Provides regulatory information and guidance for proposed product claims/labeling
Review collateral material associated with new launches and ongoing product support.
What you need
Required
Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) required
5+ years of working in an FDA regulated industry
4+ years of medical device regulatory affairs experience
Previous experience with Class I and II Medical Devices
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biological Sciences or equivalent focus
RAC certification or Advanced Degree (Masters in Regulatory Affairs)
Previous experience with software Medical Devices
Experience interacting with regulatory agencies
Demonstrated success in management of global regulatory strategy and submission activities
Applied knowledge of FDA and international medical device regulations/standards/directive (i.e. European Medical Device Regulations)
Ability to understand and explain detailed regulatory requirements among different countries and comply with constantly changing regulatory requirements