Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Tempus AI · Vertical AI · Chicago, IL

This role supports the development and authorization of regulated medical devices, including those based on AI, by developing global regulatory strategies, managing submissions to authorities like the FDA, and establishing processes for regulatory frameworks. The role requires experience with various medical device regulations and software validation.

What you'd actually do

  1. Developing and leading global regulatory strategies to support business objectives
  2. Leading and assisting with submissions and correspondence with global regulatory authorities, including 510(k), PMA, De Novo authorizations, IDE, MDR CE marking, UKCA marking, etc.
  3. Establishing processes for efficiently addressing the requirements of multiple regulatory frameworks at scale
  4. Developing and executing premarket and postmarket regulatory project plans and strategies, including assessments of change controls
  5. Working closely with cross-departmental subject matter experts to guide the creation of documentation needed for regulatory applications and internal records

Skills

Required

  • Experience with complex medical devices
  • Experience with Premarket Approval (PMA) applications, _de novo _Requests for Reclassification, 510(k)s, Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) requirements
  • Experience with Ex-US, CE Marking, UKCA registration, performance studies as required under IVDR and MDR
  • Experience with Software validation and risk management
  • Experience with Cybersecurity in medical devices
  • Experience with Machine learning validation requirements
  • Experience with Lifecycle management of medical devices/IVDs
  • Experience with Changes to medical devices or IVDs, including those that trigger reporting or regulatory submissions
  • Experience with Relevant sections of 21 CFR 820/ISO 13485, 21 CFR 812, CAP/CLIA
  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Experience guiding cross-functional teams of subject matter experts
  • Experience working in a startup-like environment
  • Experience interacting with regulators
  • Ability to work well with quality, clinical, medical, bioinformatics, and laboratory teams across a variety of therapeutic areas
  • Responsive to feedback, willing to change direction, and able to identify creative solutions to meet business and regulatory needs
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Strong project management skills and the ability to execute on project plans in a fast-paced environment
  • Scientific background
  • Minimum of 2+ years of experience in Regulatory Affairs experience related to medical devices
  • Knowledge of engineering concepts and biology with ability to evaluate device performance data and develop testing plans

Nice to have

  • PhD preferred

What the JD emphasized

  • regulated medical devices
  • software and artificial intelligence based devices
  • Machine learning validation requirements