Staff Regulatory Affairs Specialist

BD; Alabama; On-site; USD 136,000 - 217,000; Full time

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Job summary

BD (Becton, Dickinson, and Company) is seeking a Staff Regulatory Affairs Specialist to lead regulatory activities for PreAnalytiX and Lab Specimen Management products across the US, EU, and other markets. You will partner with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance through product changes, new launches, and lifecycle management.

The role emphasizes strong regulatory background, collaboration, and independent work, with global responsibility for submissions and registrations in

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in a scientific, health sciences or technical discipline required (e.g., engineering, bioengineering, biology, chemistry)
• 5 years of Regulatory Affairs experience in medical device or in vitro diagnostic device companies
• Proficient in technical writing and compiling submissions for the intended audience
• Experience maintaining confidentiality in regulatory/clinical documentation
• Experience with cross-functional collaboration and teamwork, including influencing without authority
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, prepare, and complete premarket applications to the US FDA (510(k), Pre-Sub, De Novo) and liaise with FDA on submissions
• Assess necessity for 510(k) submissions for device modifications
• Prepare technical files for CE marking with input from R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, etc.
• Lead regulatory considerations within cross-functional teams through product development to launch
• Quantify regulatory risks and propose mitigation strategies
• Manage change control assessments for regulatory strategy across regions
• Develop regulatory strategies for device change controls and lifecycle management
• Collaborate with international regulatory associates to register devices worldwide
• Lead efforts to meet EU MDR/IVDR and other regulatory updates
• Review product labeling and promotional materials for regulatory compliance
• Respond to customer information requests and ensure FDA listings and facility registrations
• Develop SOPs and policies to maintain compliance with applicable regulations
• Represent BD in external trade/regulatory standards groups
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency

Skills

Regulatory affairs

Medical device knowledge

Technical writing

Project coordination

Education

B.S. in science/engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

We Are The People Who Give Possibilities Purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Summary

In BD – Specimen Management (BD SM), we develop some of the most widely used products in the field of specimen collection including acquisition of the sample, collection into an appropriate container, and also emerging point-of-care applications. Our team has the unique opportunity to be involved with both medical devices and in vitro diagnostics, allowing you to broaden your expertise and grow in your career. Our Staff Regulatory Affairs Specialist position is primarily focused on maintaining continued market access of our existing PreAnalytiX and Lab Specimen Management product portfolios, in addition to opportunities to provide regulatory support for new product development projects. The ideal candidate will be energetic, possess a strong regulatory background and perform well independently and as part of a team. The Staff Regulatory Affairs Specialist will work in BD – Specimen Management providing regulatory leadership to cross-functional project teams from early development to new product launches in various markets including the US, EU, and others. The incumbent will support product lifecycle management activities for PreAnalytiX and Lab Specimen Management products, including assessment of the regulatory impact of product changes and line extensions. The incumbent may also develop and execute regulatory strategies to support new 510(k) submissions, CE marking applications, and support our international regulatory team in further launch activities. The ideal candidate will have medical device and in vitro diagnostic experience in the US and EU, as well as experience with project management activities.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate, prepare, and complete premarket applications to the US FDA, including Premarket Notification [510(k)], Pre-Sub, and De Novo submissions in a timely manner. Act as liaison with FDA regarding product submissions. Experience in Safer Technologies Program (STeP), Breakthrough Device designation, and Predetermined Change Control Plans (PCCPs) is a plus.
• Assess necessity for submitting a 510(k) application for proposed device modifications. Prepare robust non-filing justifications for changes that do not require a 510(k) submission.
• Coordinate and prepare technical files for submission to European Notified Bodies for timely CE marking of new and modified products, with appropriate input from supporting functions (R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Medical Affairs, etc.).
• Represent RA and demonstrate leadership in complex product development teams by identifying and interpreting relevant regulatory requirements, and providing actionable regulatory guidance throughout the product development cycle prior to regulatory submission.
• Identify and communicate appropriately quantified risks and mitigation approaches associated with regulatory strategies to partners.
• Assist and manage Notification of Change (NOC)/International Regulatory Affairs assessments of PLM/Sustaining activities to ensure regional/country requirements of US, EU and Rest of World (ROW) are captured in Regulatory strategy development.
• Develop regulatory strategies for Change Controls (CC) and establish Regulatory Requirements.
• Support development and execution of global regulatory strategies by collaborating closely with international regulatory associates to register our devices worldwide.
• Lead regulatory efforts that are required to follow new regulations (e.g., EU MDR/IVDR, MDSAP) and other requirements including changes to international standards.
• Review and approve product labeling, promotional materials, and advertising materials to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate and respond to requests for product information, and questionnaires requested by customers.
• Ensure FDA device listings and facility registrations are maintained.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, work instructions, and policies to maintain compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
• Represent BD in relevant external trade organizations and lead/participate in regulatory standards development/compliance activities as necessary to support BD’s continuous product development and compliance efforts.
• Identify ways to improve the efficiency of current work process and implement them.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. degree in a scientific, health sciences or technical discipline required (e.g., engineering, bioengineering, biology, chemistry)
• 5 years of Regulatory Affairs experience in medical device or in vitro diagnostic device companies.
• Proficient in Technical writing skills and be proficient at compiling successful submissions for the appropriate audience
• Experience maintaining confidentiality in dealing with regulatory and clinical documentation
• Experience with cross-functional collaboration and teamwork skills including influencing without authority
• Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Degree
• Current knowledge of the U.S. and European medical device regulations
• Demonstrated success in the preparation and completion of regulatory submissions (Qsub, PMA, 510(k), IDE) to FDA and other global regulatory agencies and experience negotiating with regulatory authority personnel (e.g. FDA, Notified Bodies)
• Ability to provide regulatory support through the product life cycle on cross-functional product project teams (e.g., developing regulatory strategies, change control assessments, timeline development, and reviewing submission related documents).
• Demonstrated ability to resolve problems and to make appropriate regulatory decisions under pressure.
• Familiarity with STED and/or technical file updates for CE marking activities and notified body interactions to maintain EU/MDR and/or EU/IVDR product registrations
• Experience in negotiating with regulatory authority personnel (e.g. FDA, Notified Bodies) in medical devices and in vitro diagnostic areas.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Optional Skills

Primary Work Location

USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

Additional Locations

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At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs.

Benefits May Include

Health & Well-being:

Medical, dental, vision, health savings and flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, wellness resources, mental health support, and disease management programs.

Retirement & Financial Well-being:

401(k), deferred compensation programs, financial counseling, DailyPay, and educational savings resources.

Work-Life Balance & Family Support:

Paid time off, company holidays, educational assistance, parental leave, adoption assistance, backup care, caregiving support, employee assistance programs, commuter benefits, pet insurance, legal services, and associate discount programs.

Leave Programs:

Bereavement, military, personal, family and medical leave, and jury duty leave.

Additional details regarding benefits and well-being programs can be found in Our Commitment to You.

Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed

Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.

Salary or hourly pay ranges: $135,500.00 - $216,800.00 USD Annual