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Regulatory Operations Compliance Project Manager – Medical Devices (On-Site)

2-5 years
Not Disclosed
10 Nov. 19, 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

Regulatory Operations Compliance Project Manager – Medical Devices (On-site)

Category: Regulatory Affairs
Location: Maple Grove, MN or St. Paul, MN, USA

About the Company

Abbott is a global leader in healthcare innovation, dedicated to helping people live healthier and more fulfilling lives. With a diverse portfolio spanning diagnostics, medical devices, nutrition, and branded generic medicines, Abbott supports patients and professionals across more than 160 countries. The organization employs over 114,000 professionals committed to advancing global health.

Why Work at Abbott

Joining Abbott means contributing to impactful work while developing your career within a high-growth, globally recognized organization. Employees enjoy:

  • Comprehensive career development opportunities across global teams

  • Competitive medical benefits, with eligibility for free coverage in the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

  • Industry-leading retirement savings plans with strong employer contributions

  • Tuition reimbursement and education support programs including Freedom 2 Save and FreeU

  • Recognition as one of the world’s most admired and inclusive companies, with awards in diversity, leadership, and workplace excellence

Abbott’s Medical Device division delivers innovative technologies designed to improve health outcomes—from glucose monitoring systems to advanced therapies for heart disease, chronic pain, and mobility disorders.


Position Overview

Abbott is seeking an On-site Regulatory Operations Compliance Project Manager to support Global Regulatory Services within the Medical Device Division. This role is responsible for managing global compliance projects focused on regulatory process harmonization and emerging regulatory requirements.

As an individual contributor, you will collaborate with international regulatory affiliates, cross-functional teams, and medical device business units to strengthen compliance frameworks and lead regulatory strategy discussions across the organization.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead updates to regulatory processes and procedures

  • Integrate emerging global regulatory requirements into internal documentation

  • Develop regulatory policies, SOPs, and process standards

  • Drive implementation of new regulatory procedures across business units

  • Provide expert regulatory guidance for process and compliance decisions

  • Assess regulatory risks associated with division policies and workflows

  • Mentor and support regulatory professionals

  • Manage change order activities and documentation

  • Prepare training materials to support regulatory compliance

  • Ensure adherence to quality management systems and GDP guidelines

  • Lead team meetings and maintain structured meeting documentation

  • Collaborate with IT system teams to support workflow development and process automation

  • Prepare high-level presentations and communication materials for senior leadership


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent education and experience

  • 4+ years of experience in a regulated industry (medical devices, nutritionals, or related)

  • 2–5 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs (preferred) or experience in Quality Assurance, R&D, Scientific Affairs, or Operations

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills for internal and external regulatory discussions

  • Knowledge of domestic and international regulatory guidelines and compliance standards

  • Experience supporting or leading regulatory submissions


Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or advanced degree (Master’s/Ph.D.) in science, engineering, pharmacy, or related field

  • 5+ years of experience in a regulated industry

  • Certification such as RAC (Regulatory Affairs Certification)

  • Experience with:

    • CAPA

    • Windchill

    • Procedural writing

    • Regulatory change assessments

    • International product registration processes

    • Advertising and promotional material review

    • Quality system maintenance

    • Preparing regulatory justification documents

  • Proven success managing multiple regulatory or compliance projects

  • Strong project management and meeting facilitation skills


Experience Required (Summary)

  • Minimum: 4 years in a regulated industry

  • Preferred: 2–5 years in Regulatory Affairs specifically

  • Strong advantage: 5+ years total experience with advanced degree or RAC certification


How to Apply

If you are ready to advance your career in regulatory operations within a globally respected healthcare leader, apply now through Abbott’s career portal.