Regulatory Affairs Sr Specialist

Zimmer Biomet; Minnetonka (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Zimmer Biomet in Minnetonka, MN is seeking a Regulatory Affairs professional to support global submissions and regulatory strategy, ensuring compliance for medical devices across US and international markets. You will author electronic submissions, review labeling and promotional material, and provide guidance to development teams.

Hybrid work with travel up to 15% and a strong emphasis on writing and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• US Bachelor’s degree (or non-US equivalent) in technical/engineering or life sciences preferred.
• 5–6 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs, Engineering, Quality, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in orthopaedic or medical device industry preferred.
• Regulatory Affairs Certification (US or EU) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with regulatory submissions and maintain documentation for the regulatory process.
• Prepare and submit documentation for marketing approval to foreign governments and distributors.
• Assist with research, analysis, and communication of information pertaining to regulatory pathways for new or modified products.
• Provide regulatory direction to development project teams and develop regulatory strategy for new products.
• Evaluate risk of proposed regulatory strategies and offer solutions.
• Review labeling for compliance with applicable US and international regulations.
• Write, manage, and approve development of package inserts.
• Review promotion and advertising material for regulatory compliance.
• Review proposed product changes for regulatory impact.
• Interpret and apply FDA regulations to business practices and guidance to organization and design teams.
• Follows Zimmer Biomet regulatory affairs policy and procedures.
• May provide training/guidance to entry-level associates, analysts, interns, and specialists.
• Communicate with regulatory and governmental agencies.
• Miscellaneous responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

Orthopaedic industry knowledge

Regulatory affairs expertise

Leadership

Problem solving

MS Office

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Regulatory affairs certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talent team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered and recognised.

What You Can Expect

This position requires an advanced understanding of medical devices and their use as well as an understanding of the regulatory submissions process.

How You'll Create Impact

• Assist with assembly, distribution, storage, tracking and retrieval of information pertinent to the regulatory process; including the regulatory submissions process. Authors and publishes electronic submissions
• Respond to requests from foreign governments and/or distributors to prepare and submit documentation for marketing approval as well as provide routine regulatory information to associates and affiliates
• Assist with research, analysis, and communication of information pertaining to the appropriate regulatory pathway for new or modified products
• Provides regulatory direction to development project teams as a core team member; develops regulatory strategy for new products
• Evaluates risk of proposed regulatory strategies and offers solutions
• Reviews proposed labeling for compliance with applicable US and international regulations
• Writes, manages, and approves the development of package inserts
• Reviews, evaluations, and approves promotion and advertising material for compliance with applicable regulations
• Reviews proposed product changes for impact on regulatory status of the product
• Interprets and applies FDA regulations to business practices and provides regulatory input, advice, and guidance to the organization and design teams
• Follows Zimmer Biomet regulatory affairs policy and procedures
• May provide training and/or guidance to entry-level associates, analysts, interns, and specialists
• Communicates with regulatory and governmental agencies
• Miscellaneous responsibilities as assigned

This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and might not necessarily comprise all of the essential functions for purposes of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Demonstrated strong writing and communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage several competing priorities; versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work with changing priorities
• Proficient knowledge of overall business environment, the orthopaedic industry and the marketplace
• Mastery of relevant regulations pertinent to medical devices, biologics, drugs and combination products as applicable
• Ability to function well as a member of the team and build relationships between Regulatory Affairs and other areas of the organization
• Able to identify risk in regulatory strategies
• Robust product knowledge
• Advanced anatomic knowledge
• Proven analytical and negotiation skills
• Experience with solving problems and concerns
• Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to lead a team and influence others

Your Background

• US Bachelor’s Degree (or non-US equivalent) required. Technical/engineering degree, life sciences or related field preferred. Alternate degrees may be considered.
• Advanced degree preferred
• A minimum of 5 -6 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs, Engineering, Quality, or related field required
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in orthopaedic or medical device industry preferred
• Regulatory Affairs Certification (US or EU) preferred

Travel Expectations

Up to 15%

Location: Minnetonka, MN

Hybrid 3 days at the office

• Address for the new site Monteris Medical is 131 Cheshire Lane, Suite 100, Minnetonka, MN 55305 US

Salary Range $89,607.00 USD - $134,411.00 USD (Annually)

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability