Staff Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Becton Dickinson; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is seeking an experienced Regulatory Affairs professional to prepare and execute submissions for US, Europe, and international markets. You will lead regulatory processes across verification, risk management, usability, reprocessing, and software development to ensure compliance and support product commercialization.

The role requires independent analysis of complex regulatory issues, data evaluation, and development of regulatory strategies aligned with lifecycle management and business

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Regulatory Science, Biomedical, Pharmaceutical, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of Regulatory Affairs experience in the medical device industry, preferably with FDA Class II and/or III devices.
• Experience preparing regulatory submissions (PMA, 510(k), IDE) to FDA and other agencies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and prepare FDA Premarket 510(k) submissions and liaise with FDA.
• Assess need for 510(k) for device changes; prepare non-filing justifications when not required.
• Prepare technical files/dossiers for International Registrations with cross-functional input.
• Review labeling, promotional, and advertising materials for regulatory compliance.
• Represent Regulatory Affairs in product lifecycle development teams and design reviews.

Skills

Regulatory affairs

FDA submissions

510(k) PMA

Regulatory strategy

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

V&V Usability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Regulatory Science or related field

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.

Job Description

This position is responsible for preparing and executing regulatory submissions required to obtain and maintain market authorization for new and modified medical devices in the United States, Europe, and other international markets. The role leads and supports a broad range of regulatory affairs activities, including the development, implementation, and management of regulatory processes, procedures, and systems that ensure compliance with applicable global regulations throughout the product lifecycle.

The position partners closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure that product development activities and design changes comply with applicable regulatory requirements while supporting business objectives and product commercialization strategies. Key responsibilities include ensuring regulatory requirements are appropriately addressed across verification and validation, risk management and usability, reprocessing and biocompatibility, and software development activities.

The role requires independent analysis and resolution of complex regulatory issues, evaluation of technical and clinical data, application of risk‑based decision‑making, and development of regulatory strategies that support product development, lifecycle management, and organizational goals.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, prepare, and follow up with FDA Premarket Notification 510(k) submissions in a timely manner. Act as liaison with FDA regarding product clearance.
• Assess necessity for submitting a 510(k) application for proposed device changes. Prepare internal "Non-Filing Justifications" (U.S.) for changes that do not require a 510(k) submission.
• Prepare technical files / dossiers for International Registrations with appropriate input from various functions (R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, etc.) in a timely manner.
• Review and approve labeling, promotional and advertising materials to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Represent RA in product life cycle development teams by reviewing, approving, and completing requirements.
• Coordinate and collect specific registration information with R&D, Manufacturing, QA, Medical and other applicable departments as necessary.
• Represent RA in design teams and projects by providing regulatory guidance throughout the product development cycle and coordinating team inputs for regulatory submissions.
• Support International Registrations as it relates to product changes and/or new product launches.
• Responsible for writing and updating standard operating procedures (SOP), work instructions (WI), and policies on an as‑needed basis.
• Coordinate and respond to requests for product data/information, surveys/questionnaires requested by customers.
• May provide leadership by assigning work and resolving complex problems.

Minimum Requirement:

• Bachelor's degree in Regulatory Science, Biomedical, Pharmaceutical, or related scientific field (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 5 years of Regulatory Affairs experience in the medical device industry, preferably with FDA Class II and/or Class III devices

Required Experience:

• Medical device regulatory submission experience for the U.S., Europe, and/or international markets.
• Demonstrated success in the preparation and completion (including negotiations) of regulatory submissions (PMA, 510(k), IDE) to FDA and other regulatory agencies
• Experience supporting product development, design changes, and product lifecycle management.
• Ability to evaluate technical/clinical data and independently resolve complex regulatory issues.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements across V&V, risk management, usability, reprocessing, biocompatibility, and software development.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve problems and to make appropriate regulatory decisions under pressure.
• Strong cross‑functional communication and risk-based regulatory strategy development.

At BD, we prioritize on‑site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem‑solving, which are essential in the fast‑paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in‑office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work‑life balance. Remote or field‑based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COV