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Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist – Us New Product Introduction – Diabetes Care (On-Site)

5 years
$98,000.00 – $196,000.00
10 Sept. 9, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/ M.Sc/ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Abbott – Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist (US New Product Introduction)

Location: Alameda, CA (On-site)
Division: Diabetes Care


About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader helping people live more fully at every stage of life. With 114,000 colleagues serving people in more than 160 countries, we deliver life-changing technologies across:

  • Diagnostics

  • Medical Devices

  • Nutritionals

  • Branded Generic Medicines


Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you’ll do work that matters while growing your career and living your best life. We offer:

  • Career development opportunities with a global organization

  • Free medical coverage through our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan (eligible in the next calendar year)

  • Excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

  • Tuition reimbursement, Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit for bachelor’s degrees

  • Recognition as a Great Place to Work worldwide and named among Fortune’s Most Admired Companies

  • Inclusive culture recognized for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists


Our Mission in Diabetes Care

We believe people with diabetes should have the freedom to live active lives. That’s why we’ve developed FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitors, used by nearly 6 million people globally. Our focus:

  • Accurate data for better-informed health decisions

  • Revolutionary sensing technology for improved glucose monitoring

  • Breakthrough solutions in digital health and diabetes management


The Opportunity

The Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist will support US submissions for new product introductions in diabetes management. Responsibilities include:

  • Leading premarket submissions for continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems

  • Driving regulatory strategies for Class II/III medical devices, combination products, and digital health solutions

  • Providing regulatory leadership and expertise across Abbott and with external stakeholders

  • Monitoring and influencing regulatory guidance, interfacing with authorities and trade associations


Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Strategy & Leadership

  • Develop global regulatory strategies throughout the product lifecycle

  • Anticipate regulatory challenges and create solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams

  • Provide strategic input and technical leadership on complex regulatory issues

Submissions & Compliance

  • Lead and prepare premarket submissions (510(k), PMA, NDA, BLA, etc.)

  • Ensure compliance with 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, and international medical device regulations

  • Review and approve labeling to ensure compliance with US and international requirements

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Negotiate with regulatory authorities for submission approvals

  • Communicate regulatory requirements and metrics to executive leadership

  • Collaborate internally across divisions and externally with agencies

Post-Market & Safety

  • Oversee processes for annual licenses, registrations, listings, and patent information

  • Ensure compliance with post-marketing approval requirements

  • Provide regulatory input for product recalls and crisis management programs

  • Analyze product safety issues and oversee reporting to regulatory authorities


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a Scientific discipline (Chemistry, Life Sciences, Biology, or equivalent)

  • Experience in regulatory submissions for pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and/or IVDs

  • Knowledge of 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, MDD (93/42/EEC), IVD Directive (98/79/EC)


Preferred Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience with Class II/III medical devices, biologics, or drugs

  • Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC)

  • Experience with 510(k), PMA, NDA, BLA, and combination device/drug/biologic submissions

  • Familiarity with ICH guidelines, quality systems, and clinical investigations

  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to thrive in a matrixed, global business environment

  • Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

  • Ability to travel ~5% (including internationally)


Compensation

  • Base Pay Range: $98,000 – $196,000
    (Pay may vary by location)


How to Apply

Apply online and explore benefits at: www.abbottbenefits.com

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Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to employee diversity.