Why RA/QA at Stryker?

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We are currently seeking a Senior Staff Regulatory Affairs Specialist to join our Neurovascular division based hybrid in Fremont, CA.

Who we want

Strategic. Creates alternative ways to proceed. Faced with any given scenario, can quickly spot the relevant patterns and issues.

Achievers. Thrives on accomplishing tasks and constantly driven to do more.

Collaborators. Collaborates and builds relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Communicators. Articulates well and expresses ideas effectively.

Learners. Great desire to learn and looks to continuously improve.

What you will do

As the Senior Staff Regulatory Affairs Specialist , you will be core team member of new product development team and review advertising and promotional materials. This critical role advises project and/or product development teams on, and to ensure compliance with, applicable global regulatory requirements. You will be responsible for regulatory agency communications regarding pre-submission strategies/ regulatory pathway development and submission. You will also collaborate with Legal, Marketing and other stakeholders to review advertising and promotional materials.

Lead the business unit in development of processes/procedures for and implementation of new or revised regulatory requirements.

Partner regularly with marketing, engineering, clinical and quality on project and product development teams.

Provide strategic direction on how to best streamline department processes (i.e. global regulatory submissions and registrations)

Serve as a regulatory affairs representative to improve awareness, visibility, and communication on regulatory requirements to support company goals and priorities.

Prepares complex submissions to gain approvals for clinical research, export, and commercial distribution, such as: IDE, IDES, IDE Progress Report, Clinical Trial Submission [OUS], 510(k), PMA, PMA Annual Report, HDE, HDE Annual Report, Shonin, PLA, CE-Mark Design Dossier, CE-Mark Technical File, Intercontinental Dossiers, Certificates to Foreign Government. Ensures that existing approvals and documentation are maintained. Communicates with in-country RA personnel to facilitate global clearances/approvals.

Develops global regulatory strategies for project teams. Provides input on and reviews protocols and reports for: design verification, design validation, shelf life, pre-clinical studies, and clinical studies. Monitors, researches and obtains information [via FOI] on FDA clearances/approvals of competitors, and proactively shares this information.

For new, routine or ongoing issues, communicates with regulatory agencies. Prepares for meetings with regulatory agencies and investigators.

Mentors others on a regular basis. Is not expected to supervise others.

Evaluates and approves proposed changes to products and controlled documents; develops, approves, and implements global regulatory action plans based on the changes. Organizes and maintains RA files.

Reviews and approves labeling (Instructions for Use, labels, promotional materials) for compliance to: standards, guidelines, regulations, and regulatory approvals/clearances.

Provides regulatory support to other Stryker personnel to facilitate cross-divisional leverage.

Analyzes existing systems and procedures, recommends solutions/improvements, and writes Work Instructions, SOPs, and SLPs as needed to support departmental functions and Stryker's Quality System. Prepares and delivers training programs to the department and other functional groups to ensure compliance.

Understands: biocompatibility requirements, CMDRs, Design Control, Medical Device Directive, Essential Requirements, ISO 13485 , labeling requirements, Quality System Regulation, export requirements, and regulatory requirements of pertinent regions. Monitors changes in the regulatory environment, evaluates impact, and communicates to interested parties.

Uses existing project management tools, and develops/implements new tools as needed.

Performs responsibilities required by the Quality System and other duties as assigned or requested.

What you need

Bachelor's Degree (B.S. or B.A.) required; preferably in Engineering, Science or related discipline

7+ years' experience in an FDA regulated environment required

5+ years' experience in medical device regulatory affairs required

RAC certification or Advance Degree (Master in Regulatory Affairs) strongly preferred

Demonstrated applied knowledge of FDA and international medical device regulations/standards (e.g. EU MDR)

$127,400.00 - $210,100.00 USD salary plus bonus eligible + benefits. Actual minimum and maximum may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

About Stryker

Our benefits:

12 paid holidays annually

Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program.

Financial benefits include Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and ADD insurance, and short-term disability insurance.

For a more detailed overview of our benefits or time off, please follow this link to learn more: US Stryker employee benefits

About Stryker

Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 130 million patients annually. More information is available at stryker.com. (http:)

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