Senior Regulatory Specialist

Science is a clinical stage, vertically integrated technology company focused on solving some of neuroscience’s hardest questions and most serious unmet medical needs. We work to restore quality of life to those with debilitating conditions for which there are no treatment options, creating devices aimed at restoring vision, cognition, and mobility to patients who have lost it. To support progress across our industry, we provide state-of-the-art components and vertically integrated infrastructure for others to build on via Science Foundry.

The Senior Regulatory Specialist will serve as the regulatory expert within our Quality and Regulatory Affairs team, where each team member brings both quality and regulatory knowledge but specializes in a specific domain. This role will drive global regulatory strategies for our medical device and biologic products, guide cross-functional teams through complex regulatory pathways, and ensure our innovative technology reaches patients safely and efficiently. While regulatory-focused, this position requires understanding of quality systems to effectively integrate regulatory requirements throughout the product lifecycle.

Role responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic regulatory plans for medical devices and combination products development programs across multiple global markets.
• Lead, prepare, author, and coordinate regulatory submissions including IDEs, 510(k)s, PMAs, technical files for CE marking, and other international registrations.
• Drive multiple cross-functional regulatory projects simultaneously to meet aggressive timelines and business objectives.
• Serve as liaison with regulatory authorities including FDA, Notified Bodies, and other global health authorities.
• Spearhead rapid response efforts to regulatory agency communications, including deficiency letters, requests for additional information, and pre-submission feedback; drafting clear, persuasive responses while managing tight turnaround time.
• Manage and update risk management files in accordance with ISO 14971, integrating regulatory considerations.
• Determine usability study requirements per IEC 62366 and coordinate human factors engineering activities.
• Generate regulatory analyses, GSPR/Essential Requirements checklists, and Declarations of Conformity (DoCs) as needed.
• Manage certificates, authorizations, and device registrations in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Architect and maintain regulatory watch systems to track changes in global medical device and biologics regulations.
• Monitor and interpret evolving regulations across jurisdictions, translating complex requirements into actionable guidance for cross-functional teams
• Shape and maintain regulatory components of the QMS, ensuring alignment with ISO 13485, MDR 2017/745, and FDA QSR requirements.
• Drive and implement process and system improvements to optimize submission outcomes.
• Design templates, tools, and training materials to scale regulatory knowledge across the organization.
• Guide product development teams on regulatory requirements and optimal pathways from concept through commercialization.
• Participate in strategic planning sessions and design reviews as regulatory and quality subject matter expert, ensuring compliance throughout design control phases.
• Mentor team members on regulatory strategy and submission preparation.
• Support internal audits and regulatory inspections, serving as backup for quality-focused team members when needed.
• Coordinate regulatory aspects of clinical trials including regulatory authority notifications and approvals.
• Collaborate with quality colleagues to ensure seamless integration of regulatory requirements into manufacturing and post-market processes.

Key qualifications:

• Engineering Degree or equivalent in quality, regulatory and/or life sciences
• Minimum 5 years of progressive regulatory affairs experience in the medical device industry
• Demonstrated expertise with FDA submissions and EU MDR requirements
• Experience in preparing and conducting regulatory meetings (e.g. Pre-Subs, Pre-IND, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of global medical device regulations and ability to quickly navigate new regulatory frameworks
• Experience with Class II-III (implantable devices) and biologics or combination products
• Proven ability to develop regulatory strategies for novel technologies and translate into actionable requirements
• Excellent project management skills with ability to handle multiple complex projects
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with keen ability to work with cross-functional teams; able to influence at all organizational levels and across cultures
• Demonstrated success managing parallel projects in a fast-paced environment, balancing compliance rigor with agile execution to meet aggressive timelines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail
• Ability to travel (domestic and international; to various company locations and third-party sites)

Preferred qualifications: 

• Experience with neurological devices or active implantables
• Knowledge of biologics regulations (BLA, IND) for combination products
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements in global markets
• Experience with MDSAP, ISO 13485 certification processes
• Regulatory certification (RAC) or advanced degree in regulatory science
• Experience in startup or fast-paced environments
• Proficiency with electronic QMS, PLM, and project-management tools (e.g., Asana).
• Proficiency in additional languages

Science is required under California law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role.  We determine your level based on your interview performance and make an offer based on the indicated salary band. The base salary range for this full-time position is $140,000-$185,000 annually + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by several factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please keep in mind that the equity portion of the offer is not included in these numbers.

Benefits: 

At Science, our benefits are in place to support the whole you:

• Competitive salary and equity
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Flexible vacation and company-paid holidays
• Healthy meals and snacks provided for non-remote employees
• Paid parental, jury duty, bereavement, family care and medical leave
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, subsidized by Science
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k)

Science Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and celebrated, and our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work.

We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on these or other protected categories or social identities. Science will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws.