Job Description

Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of usfrom design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per yearto look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you'll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

The Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist independently supports projects to bring new and modified medical devices to market and ensure ongoing compliance. They participate on cross-functional teams, lead the development of global regulatory strategies, author regulatory submissions, interact with regulatory agencies/notified bodies, review design control documents and product labeling, and evaluate proposed device changes. The Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist is able to interpret and communicate regulatory issues to ensure the business is aware of opportunities, risks, and concerns, and provides recommendations to minimize risk.

Job Responsibilities

• Represents Regulatory Affairs on product development teams to support new product development and change control to ensure US, EU, and other global regulatory requirements are met.
• Evaluates medical device regulations and leads development of global regulatory strategies to bring products to market.
• Reviews and approves design control documentation and product labeling in consideration of US, EU, and other global regulatory requirements.
• Authors FDA submissions, EU technical files, and other regulatory documents for submission to regulatory bodies for product review and approval.
• Point of contact for FDA, EU notified bodies, and other regulatory agencies on submissions and other issues.
• Independently reviews product changes to ensure regulatory compliance, including assessment of impact to US and CE Mark and prepares resulting notifications.
• Communicates changes to global regions and supports preparation of global notifications as needed.
• Understands fundamental global regulatory requirements and different regulatory pathways.
• Stays informed of new regulations and changes to existing regulations and communicates to project teams.
• Maintains regulatory databases and systems.
• Mentors other regulatory colleagues.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in a scientific discipline.
• Master's degree in Regulatory Affairs preferred.
• Regulatory Affairs Professional Society (RAPS) certification preferred.
• 4 years Regulatory Affairs experience in the medical device industry preferred.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented, with a focus on accuracy and completeness.
• Excellent organization skills; able to manage multiple tasks and meet timeline commitments.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret, review, and summarize scientific, technical, and regulatory information.
• Comprehensive understanding of global medical device regulations, with in-depth knowledge of US and EU requirements.
• Experience working with FDA, EU notified bodies, and other regulatory agencies.
• Experience with US 510(k), CE mark (EU MDD/MDR), and other international requirements and submissions.
• Knowledge of product development and medical device quality system regulations.
• Experience with product development processes and design control.
• Ability to mentor and teach other regulatory associates.
• Proven prior experience required owning and managing the end-to-end process of authoring, submitting and obtaining regulatory approvals/clearances (510(k)s), including addressing and responding to deficiencies from regulatory agencies.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office tools (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It's also a place where we help each other be great, we do what's right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

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Primary Work Location

USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

Additional Locations

USA UT - Salt Lake City

Work Shift

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associatestheir well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site.

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates' progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position.

Salary Range Information

$106,600.00 - $175,900.00 USD Annual

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