Regulatory Affairs Associate

CellCarta Group; Canada; Remote; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regulatory Affairs Associate to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to ensure that in vitro diagnostic devices meet the highest standards while collaborating with talented professionals. You'll be responsible for preparing regulatory submissions, maintaining compliance, and supporting clinical processes. With competitive wages and flexible working conditions, this opportunity is perfect for those eager to make a positive impact on human health. Join a forward-thinking organization and take your career to new heights!

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401k retirement savings plan

Vacation and sick time

Career development opportunities

Continuing education

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in regulatory or related fields.
• Strong project management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit regulatory documents for IVD tests.
• Develop regulatory processes aligned with global requirements.

Skills

Regulatory guidelines knowledge

Project management skills

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Certification (RAC)

Job description

Regulatory Affairs Associate

Eager to embark on a new professional journey that will transform your career? CellCarta, a leading Contract Research Organization, is hiring a Regulatory Affairs Associate to join our dynamic team. As a Regulatory Affairs Associate, you will have the opportunity to use your expertise and skills to ensure that our in vitro diagnostic devices meet the highest industry standards. Come work with a team of talented individuals who are committed to making a positive impact on human health and well-being. Apply today and take the first step towards an exciting new career with CellCarta!

Summary

Reporting to the Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, the Regulatory Affairs Associate is responsible for the preparation and approval of regulatory submissions required to market new or modified in vitro diagnostic devices (IVD) tests in the US and in international markets, as assigned. The position will work closely with functional business units, perform regulatory review of submission documents, maintain regulatory files, and facilitate regulatory post market surveillance. The role is also responsible for writing regulatory and clinical processes to support diagnostic development programs.

Main Responsibilities

• Develops regulatory processes and procedures aligned with global regulatory requirements and train key personnel in accordance with these processes and procedures.
• Assembles, prepares and/or reviews and submits pre-market authorization/pre-submission packages, supplements, amendments, technical files and other documents to regulatory agencies in line with regulatory requirements and guidelines.
• Interacts effectively with functional business units to coordinate/facilitate development of documentation required for submissions, ensuring that project timelines are met.
• Maintains general working knowledge of current and evolving state, federal (e.g., 21 CFR 820) and international procedures (e.g., IVDR and other worldwide regulatory regulations as appropriate and standards, e.g., ISO 13485, ISO 14971) relevant to the registration/clearance/approval and post-market surveillance of IVDs.
• Develops and supports implementation and maintenance of regulatory and clinical processes.
• Develops and maintains product labeling (e.g. technical information summaries, instructions for use etc.), advises team on labeling requirements.
• Supports unique device identifier (UDI) and global unique device identifier database (GUDID) operations.
• Serves as a liaison with regulatory agencies pertaining to product teams, as assigned.
• Assist in the development of multi-country regulatory strategy and updates strategy based upon regulatory changes.
• Determine submission and approval requirements.
• Anticipate regulatory obstacles and emerging issues throughout the product lifecycle and develop solutions with other members of regulatory and related teams.
• Participates in development teams to provide input on requirements and regulatory strategies for new diagnostic tests.
• Monitor changing FDA and EU regulations and guidance to assess regulatory impact on submission strategies and update internal stakeholders.
• Monitor applications under regulatory review and communicate application progress to internal stakeholders.
• Manage and execute pre-approval compliance activities.
• Review and approve advertising and promotional items to ensure regulatory compliance and ensure external communication meet regulations.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in science (biology, chemistry, microbiology, immunology, medical technology, pharmacy, pharmacology), math, engineering, or medical fields is preferred.
• Certification is a plus (such as RAC from the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society).

Main Requirements

• 0-3 years of experience in regulatory preferred but may consider quality assurance, clinical research/operations, research and development/support, software development,scientific affairs, operations, or related area.
• Strong project management skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of global regulatory guidelines (i.e. US FDA, ISO13485, IVDR) with proven ability to successfully apply these to work output.
• Exercises judgment within well-defined and established procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with good organization and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
• Able to respond quickly to shifting priorities and to meeting deadlines.

Working Conditions

• Remote position in US (CST or EST preferred)
• Flexible working hours to accommodate European colleagues
• Potential for travel to global CellCarta locations

Benefits

CellCarta is made up of dedicated professionals who are focused on achieving our mission of impacting the future of patient therapy. We make a difference in the lives of patients around the world!

We offer a wide range of benefits including:

• Competitive wages: $54,200 - 72,300
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k retirement savings plan with a healthy match
• Vacation and sick time
• Career development opportunities
• Continuing education

About Us

CellCarta is a rapidly growing, stable company. We are a leading provider of pre-clinical and clinical trial services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. Our laboratory service offerings include immunohistochemistry, FISH, CTC isolation and characterization, chemosensitivity testing, tissue procurement, flow cytometry, ELISA, mutation testing, cell expansion, and colony-forming assays. CellCarta is a CLIA-licensed and CAP-accredited laboratory, and we perform studies in compliance with the relevant portions of Good Laboratory and Good Clinical Practices.

Join us as we make an impact on the future of patient therapy!

Supplemental Information

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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