Director, Regulatory Affairs Devices and Combination Products

Regulatory Jobs; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie in Irvine, CA is seeking a Director of Regulatory Affairs for Device products to lead regulatory strategy across development and marketed devices. You will supervise submissions, interact with health authorities, and guide cross-functional teams to align with global regulatory requirements.

The role requires a strong track record in device regulatory affairs, leadership of diverse teams, excellence in communication, and the ability to influence policy while driving timely regulatory

Qualifications

• 10 years device and combination product experience with 2+ years demonstrated leadership.
• Experience developing and implementing successful global regulatory strategies.
• Experience interfacing with Health Authority and working in complex and matrix environments.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Note: Travel knowledge or willingness to travel may be needed

Responsibilities

• Lead global RA Device team in developing regulatory strategies for development-stage and marketed products.
• Manage content of global regulatory dossiers and reviews of submissions to authorities.
• Advise internal teams on regulatory strategies across RA, R&D, and Operations.
• Drive regulatory policy and strategy across the organization and interface with health authorities.
• Provide leadership and mentorship within the RA Device group.

Skills

Regulatory strategy

Leadership

Regulatory affairs

Communication skills

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, biology, chemistry, pharmacology, engineering or related subject

Advanced degree preferred

Certification a plus

Tools

eCTD tools

EDMS applications

Job description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at

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The Director Regulatory Affairs, Device is responsible for combining knowledge of scientific, regulatory and business issues to support and drive strategy for regulatory submissions, including new applications and amendments, renewals, annual reports, supplements and variations. Has influence and responsibility and is a key leader and driver of regulatory policy and strategy. Influences the development and changes of regulations and guidance. Interfaces with outside regulatory agencies and trade associations and provides management with regulatory metrics and information. Individual may plan, direct, coordinate and control regulatory affairs activities related to products worldwide. May supervise others.

Leads a global RA Device team in developing regulatory strategies for both development-stage and marketed products delivered with injection devices.

May manage the content of global regulatory dossiers directly and reviews regulatory submissions to ensure effective data and strategy presentation to regulatory authorities.

Advises internal personnel on regulatory strategies including responding to regulatory information requests. Provides strategic regulatory advice to peers in RA, R&D, and Operations. Seeks internal and external expert advice and technical support when necessary.

Devises regulatory strategies for complicated scenarios (e.g., complex dosage form or multiple operational changes, aggressive timelines).

Develops (or advises their team on) strategies for Device agency meetings, manages preparation for agency meetings, and manages content of pre-meeting submissions. They or their team member serves as the point of contact for the regulatory agency meetings and leads Device discussion with health authorities.

Drives strategic change planning with Manufacturing Operations using a risk-based approach centered on assessment of potential impact to quality, safety or efficacy. Manages products and change control with an understanding of regulations and company policies and procedures. Analyzes and approves manufacturing change requests.

Represents RA Device on project teams such as the product development, Global Regulatory Product Teams and Operations brand teams, for assigned projects. Negotiates with and influences team members to maximize chances for first pass approval of regulatory submissions.

Provides oversight and strategic guidance for creation of white papers and policies to illustrate current regulatory thinking.

Designs initiatives to drive business efficiencies across the organization (within or outside of the regulatory groups). Identifies opportunities for process improvements, identifies/solicits solutions and drives for implementation. Ensures enterprise culture initiatives are implemented across RA Device.

Trains, develops and mentors individuals; includes formal supervisory responsibilities.

Provides leadership to organizational staff by communicating and providing guidance towards achieving department objectives. Identifies engagement needs and partners with stakeholders to implement action plans accordingly.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy, biology, chemistry, pharmacology, engineering or related subject

Preferred Education

Relevant advanced degree preferred. Certification a plus

Required Experience

10 years device and combination product experience with 2-plus years demonstrated leadership.

Preferred Experience

10-plus years device and combination product experience, including 7-plus years in regulatory affairs or 7-plus years in Discovery, R&D, or Manufacturing

Experience developing and implementing successful global regulatory strategies. Experience interfacing with Health Authority and working in complex and matrix environments.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Note: Higher education may compensate for years of experience

Knowledge of the ISO/CE process and global product registration process. Experience with eCTD tools and EDMS applications.

Knowledge of global regulatory intelligence and policy to analyze external regulatory trends and internal compliance trends to drive proactive initiatives to ensure compliance for Device/Combination Products.

Understanding of device/combination product regulations [21 CFR Parts 3, 4, GCP, GLP, 210/211, 820 QSR (Design Control), European Medical Device Directives and Regulation (MDR/IVDR), ISO 13485, MDSAP, technical standards, ISO 14155, eCTD Module 3, ISO/IEC 62366, device complaint handling/MDRs, human factors testing, device risk analysis (ISO 14971) and other global regulatory requirements for AbbVie devices and combination products.

Ability to travel up to [15] % of time