Manager, Regulatory Affairs Aesthetics (Bothell, WA)

Bausch + Lomb; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regulatory Affairs Manager to oversee compliance and support product lifecycle management. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulatory standards, preparing submissions for regulatory bodies, and conducting risk assessments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in regulatory affairs, excellent communication skills, and a proactive mindset. Join a dynamic team committed to improving health outcomes and making a meaningful impact in the pharmaceutical industry. If you are driven by excellence and eager to contribute to innovative healthcare solutions, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in regulatory affairs with a Bachelor's degree.
• Solid understanding of medical device product lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee regulatory aspects of product lifecycle and post-market activities.
• Manage regulatory submissions for product changes and updates.

Skills

Regulatory Affairs

Change Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Risk Management

Communication Skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Regulatory Submission Software

Job description

Join a team! We are a global diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products, primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neurology, dermatology, medical aesthetic devices, and international pharmaceuticals. Our 7,000 employees share a common goal and values, propelling us to provide essential care to millions of people globally. We seek dedicated individuals who share our sense of urgency, unity, and excellence.

We are looking for a trustworthy and respectful individual who consistently does the right thing. Someone who is imaginative and proactive, with a keen eye for what is possible. A perceptive and adaptive person who is action-oriented. We need a disciplined, focused, and accountable team member. If you embody these values, come join our company and help us shape the future. We are all in it together to make a difference. Be a part of a culture that doesn't just wait for change but actively creates it—where your skills and values drive our collective progress and impact.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties:
Note: The following are meant to be representative but not necessarily all inclusive of the duties and responsibilities for this position title.

The Manager Regulatory Affairs provides direct support to Solta operations for their globally distributed products. They will work closely with site Quality, R&D, Operations, and regional peers to support global licensing and registrations, and to develop and implement regulatory strategies for sustaining compliance with domestic and international regulations throughout the product lifecycle.

About the role:

Product Lifecycle Management

• Oversee the regulatory aspects of post-market activities such as changes, modifications, enhancements, renewals, and lifecycle management of existing products.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure that design changes, process changes, or new indications are compliant with regulatory requirements globally.
• Coordinate with regional RA Managers on the assessment of product changes.
• Prepare and submit regulatory documents for post-market surveillance, including annual reports, and other required documents.

Regulatory Submissions and Documentation

• Manage the preparation, submission, and tracking of regulatory submissions for product change updates, extensions, or modifications to regulatory bodies (e.g., FDA, EMA).
• Ensure that regulatory documents are completed in accordance with regulatory standards and company policies, including maintaining up-to-date product dossiers.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Act as the key liaison between the global regulatory affairs team and other departments, such as R&D, clinical, quality assurance, manufacturing, and marketing, to ensure that regulatory requirements are met throughout the product lifecycle.
• Provide regulatory guidance to teams working on product changes, modifications, enhancements, or packaging changes.

Risk Management and Reporting

• Conduct risk assessments related to regulatory compliance, helping the company identify potential non-compliance risks and address them proactively.
• Report any non-compliance issues or regulatory challenges to senior management and recommend corrective actions.

Training and Development

• Train internal teams on current regulatory requirements, processes, and any updates to regulations.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for maintaining compliance in lifecycle management, manufacturing, and marketing.

Regulatory Intelligence and Reporting

• Stay informed about global regulatory trends and ensure the company is prepared for changes in legislation that may impact current or future products.
• Prepare and present regulatory status reports to senior management, highlighting regulatory achievements and potential risks.

Global Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with international regulations by staying informed of changes and helping with submissions in regions such as the US, EU, Canada, or Asia.
• Work with international teams to align global regulatory strategies and ensure compliance in multiple jurisdictions.

Qualifications:

• Should have a minimum of 6 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and work experience.
• Must have a solid understanding of Change Management/Life Cycle Management of medical device products along with the impact of changes on US Canada and EU.
• Possess a self-directed & problem-solving mindset.
• Must possess the ability to work highly effectively in cross-functional teams and must thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Should have experience authoring complete 510(k) submissions, Medical Device license applications (Class II or above), EU MDR technical file dossier (Class II or above).
• Please note, the head office is in Bothell Washington, and this is a Westcoast operation.

As required by law, Bausch Health provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in the US. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. For this role, the range of starting pay for this role is $115K to $160K per year.

This position may be available in the following location(s): United States - Bothell, WA

We thank you in advance for your interest in growing and developing with our company. Kindly note that in order for all stakeholders to be successful, we do require a minimum of one year in your current role before applying to another one. Please ensure you have discussed with your current manager the intent of applying to a new role.

Any exception will have to be authorized by your HR Business Partner.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates collaboration.

If a candidate needs a reasonable accommodation/adjustment due to physical or mental health impairment for any part of the application process, they are encouraged to send their request to [e-mail] or call 908-927-1400 and let us know the nature of the request and their contact information.Please be sure to include the job requisition number.