Abbott
Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist – Cardiac Rhythm Management (on-site)
Abbott, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.JOB DESCRIPTION:
Working at AbbottAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPOAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition reimbursement, the
Freedom 2 Save
student debt program and
FreeU
education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, we focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way doctors treat people with heart arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats.The OpportunityOur location in Sylmar, CA currently has an on-site opportunity for a
Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist
with our Cardiac Rhythm Management division. This position leads the preparation and submission for regulatory approvals and acts independently to identify and resolve problems. This new team member provides regulatory guidance to cross-functional partners and demonstrates strategic thinking and creativity in support of programs.What You’ll Work OnPrepares robust regulatory applications to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.Creates, reviews and approves change orders.Acts as a regulatory representative on core product development teams, communicates regulatory requirements and impact of regulations to the development team. Provides guidance and expertise.Acts as a liaison between the Company and the various appropriate regulatory agencies, ensuring that communications on both sides are germane, specific and convey all necessary detail.Maintains ongoing surveillance and analysis of all pertinent domestic and international medical device regulations to ensure submission requirements world-wide are current, up-to-date and are entered into regulatory submission data base and file systems. Ensures that information of such regulations and requirements, especially those that are new or modified, are distributed to appropriate personnel.Reviews device labeling and marketing materials for compliance with FDA submissions and applicable regulations.Interfaces directly with FDA and other regulatory agencies.Supports the product release process by creating GTS licenses or reviewing and approving requests for product release.Conducts reviews of product and manufacturing changes for compliance with applicable regulations.Reviews protocols and reports to support regulatory submissions.Supports all business segment initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and international regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.Provides mentoring and leadership to Regulatory Specialist I and II team members.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.Minimum 3 years’ experience in a regulated industry (e.g., medical products, nutritionals). 2-3 years of experience in regulatory preferred but may consider quality assurance, research and development/support, scientific affairs, operations, or related area.Experience with submission/registration types and requirements.Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.Preferred QualificationsMaster’s Degree in Regulatory Affairs and may be used in lieu of direct regulatory experience.Experience with either 510(k) applications, PMA supplements and US device regulations or with EU and other international medical device regulations and submissions.Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.Experience working in the Medical Device industry.Certification is a plus (such as RAC from the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society).Apply Now* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:
www.abbottbenefits.comFollow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.Connect with us at
www.abbott.com , on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/Abbott
and on Twitter @AbbottNews.The base pay for this position is
$83,600.00 – $167,200.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY:
Regulatory OperationsDIVISION:
CRM Cardiac Rhythm ManagementLOCATION:
United States > Sylmar : 15900 Valley View CourtWORK SHIFT:
StandardTRAVEL:
Yes, 5 % of the TimeMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
NoSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists), Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day).
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Working at AbbottAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPOAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition reimbursement, the
Freedom 2 Save
student debt program and
FreeU
education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, we focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way doctors treat people with heart arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats.The OpportunityOur location in Sylmar, CA currently has an on-site opportunity for a
Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist
with our Cardiac Rhythm Management division. This position leads the preparation and submission for regulatory approvals and acts independently to identify and resolve problems. This new team member provides regulatory guidance to cross-functional partners and demonstrates strategic thinking and creativity in support of programs.What You’ll Work OnPrepares robust regulatory applications to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.Creates, reviews and approves change orders.Acts as a regulatory representative on core product development teams, communicates regulatory requirements and impact of regulations to the development team. Provides guidance and expertise.Acts as a liaison between the Company and the various appropriate regulatory agencies, ensuring that communications on both sides are germane, specific and convey all necessary detail.Maintains ongoing surveillance and analysis of all pertinent domestic and international medical device regulations to ensure submission requirements world-wide are current, up-to-date and are entered into regulatory submission data base and file systems. Ensures that information of such regulations and requirements, especially those that are new or modified, are distributed to appropriate personnel.Reviews device labeling and marketing materials for compliance with FDA submissions and applicable regulations.Interfaces directly with FDA and other regulatory agencies.Supports the product release process by creating GTS licenses or reviewing and approving requests for product release.Conducts reviews of product and manufacturing changes for compliance with applicable regulations.Reviews protocols and reports to support regulatory submissions.Supports all business segment initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and international regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.Provides mentoring and leadership to Regulatory Specialist I and II team members.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.Minimum 3 years’ experience in a regulated industry (e.g., medical products, nutritionals). 2-3 years of experience in regulatory preferred but may consider quality assurance, research and development/support, scientific affairs, operations, or related area.Experience with submission/registration types and requirements.Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.Preferred QualificationsMaster’s Degree in Regulatory Affairs and may be used in lieu of direct regulatory experience.Experience with either 510(k) applications, PMA supplements and US device regulations or with EU and other international medical device regulations and submissions.Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.Experience working in the Medical Device industry.Certification is a plus (such as RAC from the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society).Apply Now* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:
www.abbottbenefits.comFollow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.Connect with us at
www.abbott.com , on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/Abbott
and on Twitter @AbbottNews.The base pay for this position is
$83,600.00 – $167,200.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY:
Regulatory OperationsDIVISION:
CRM Cardiac Rhythm ManagementLOCATION:
United States > Sylmar : 15900 Valley View CourtWORK SHIFT:
StandardTRAVEL:
Yes, 5 % of the TimeMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
NoSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists), Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day).
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