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Staff Specialist Regulatory Affairs
Company | Becton Dickinson |
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Location | San Diego, CA, USA |
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Salary | $121100 – $205800 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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Experience Level | Mid Level, Senior |
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Requirements
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of practical experience regulatory affairs, with a focus on SaMD.
- Comprehensive understanding of FDA regulations and guidance documents related to SaMD, including; 21st Century Cures Act, 21 CFR Part 820, multifunction Device Products Guidance, clinical Decision Support Software Guidance and SaMD related Guidance.
- Knowledge of international regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA QSR, ISO 13485, IEC 62304).
- Strong knowledge of risk management processes (ISO 14971) and cybersecurity considerations for medical devices.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including regulatory writing.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency with regulatory databases, document control systems, and project management tools.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive regulatory strategies for SaMD products in alignment with FDA regulations and guidance documents.
- Provide regulatory input during the design and development of SaMD, ensuring compliance with applicable standards (e.g., IEC 62304, ISO 14971).
- Assess Cloud based multifunction SaMD products to determine compliance with FDA’s guidance on device versus non-device functionality.
- Prepare, submit, and manage regulatory submissions for SaMD products.
- Evaluate the impact of changes to SaMD functionality and determine whether submissions or notifications are required.
- Ensure SaMD compliance with FDA guidance on Clinical Decision Support (CDS) software and other regulatory frameworks.
- Work cross functionally in risk assessments and Design Reviews for SaMD products, including evaluation of cybersecurity risks.
- Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Marketing, and Regulatory teams to ensure regulatory requirements are met throughout the product lifecycle.
- Evaluate software architectural design and identify SaMD functionality.
- Provide training and guidance to cross-functional teams on FDA guidance for SaMD and multifunction device products.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certification in regulatory affairs (e.g., RAC).
- Experience with cloud-based, or multifunction software systems.
- Familiarity with post-market surveillance requirements for SaMD.