Regulatory Affairs Director (Remote - United States)

Solventum in; Maplewood (MN); Remote; USD 212,000 - 291,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Solventum is seeking a Regulatory Affairs Director to lead global regulatory strategies for Dental Solutions, driving faster approvals and enduring market access. You will partner with leadership to navigate complex regulatory pathways, mentor teams, and guide submissions across multiple regions.

Remote work in the United States is supported; 25% travel may be required. A strong track record in regulatory affairs within healthcare is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with 10+ years of Regulatory Affairs experience in dental/medical device/healthcare.
• Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field is a plus.
• Experience leading global teams and communicating with stakeholders across regions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regulatory strategies to achieve approvals and market access.
• Direct regulatory decision making with senior leaders across portfolios.
• Advise on regulatory authority interactions and submission activities.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality Assurance, and Clinical Affairs to integrate regulatory requirements.

Skills

Regulatory strategy

Global leadership

Regulatory affairs

Regulatory authority interactions

Verbal/written communication

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Master's degree in Science/Engineering

Job description

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Job Description: Regulatory Affairs Director 3M Health Care is now Solventum At Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers’ toughest challenges, we pioneer game‑changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients’ lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. Because people, and their wellbeing, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue. We partner closely with the brightest minds in healthcare to ensure that every solution we create melds the latest technology with compassion and empathy. Because at Solventum, we never stop solving for you. As the Regulatory Affairs Director, you will provide global leadership for the development and execution of regulatory strategies supporting new and marketed products within Dental Solutions, a growing business exceeding $1 billion in annual revenue. You will serve as a strategic partner to the business, shaping regulatory approaches that enable innovation, accelerate growth, and ensure continued market access across the portfolio. Leveraging deep knowledge of global regulatory pathways, you will influence product development and business strategies multiple product portfolios, establishing regulatory direction that balances business objectives, patient and customer needs, and regulatory requirements. You will assess regulatory pathways and market opportunities to inform investment and prioritization decisions, proactively identify regulatory risks, and develop effective mitigation strategies. For novel and “new-to-the-world” technologies, you will create forward‑looking regulatory strategies that navigate evolving requirements and establish viable pathways to market. As the Regulatory Affairs Director, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by: Developing and executing regulatory strategies to achieve product approvals faster than competitors. Directing complex decision making among stakeholders and senior leaders in areas of regulatory that are complex and evolving. Advising and guiding the regulatory strategy development, regulatory authority interactions, and submission activities to support the Dental Solutions product portfolios. Collaborating with internal teams, including R&D, Quality Assurance, and Clinical Affairs, to ensure regulatory requirements are integrated into product development and lifecycle management. Participating in global business and functional strategic leadership meetings and forums representing regulatory affairs perspective while supporting the business. Mentoring and guiding regulatory staff and teams working across all product modalities. Establishing goals and objectives for the team aligned with business strategies.

Your Skills and Expertise To set you up for success in this role from day one, Solventum requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) AND ten (10) years of Regulatory Affairs experience in the dental, medical device, or healthcare industry. Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include: Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline (completed and verified prior to start). Experience leading and developing global teams across multiple countries and regions. Experience communicating with stakeholders through verbal discussions, presentations, and written communications. Experience supporting regulatory affairs activities across multiple countries, regions, and regulatory authorities. Experience working within complex matrixed organizations and collaborating across functional teams to achieve business objectives.

Work location: Remote (United States) Travel: May include up to 25% domestic and international Relocation Assistance: Not authorized Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Solventum offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, Solventum regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope. Applicable to US Applicants Only: The expected compensation range for this position is $211,600 - $290,950, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

• In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.).

Additional information is available at: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/our-company/careers/#Total-Rewards

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Solventum is an equal opportunity employer. Solventum will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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