Regulatory Affairs Project Manager

ABOUT LINGO

Meet Lingo, a new biosensing technology that provides users a window into their body. Lingo tracks key biomarkers – such as glucose, ketones, and lactate – to help people make better decisions about their health and nutrition. Biowearable technology will digitize, decentralize and democratize healthcare, enabling consumers to take control of their own health.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Personalized healthcare is the future. Working on Lingo, you will help build a next-generation technology that enables individuals to make decisions about how to improve energy, lose weight or enhance athletic performance. The Lingo team embodies a start-up culture and mindset with the backing of Abbott, a company with a rich history of healthcare innovation. Join us and grow your career as you help Abbott shape the future of healthcare.

We are recruiting for a Regulatory Affairs Project Manager to join our team in Alameda, CA. In this role, you will combine knowledge of scientific, regulatory and business issues to enable products to meet required legislation. Additionally, will be responsible for compiling regulatory submissions and ensure data is effectively presented for the registration of products worldwide.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Represent Regulatory Affairs on cross functional project teams and provide strategic input and technical guidance on regulatory requirements for Class III and Class II medical devices
• Assess the acceptability of documentation for Class III and Class II medical device submissions and effectively communicate regulatory guidance
• Compile, prepare, review and submit Class III and Class II medical device submissions to regulatory agencies
• Interact, answer questions and negotiate with regulatory agencies during the submission review process to obtain submission approval
• Evaluate proposed design and manufacturing changes for regulatory impact and implement any required regulatory action
• Utilize technical regulatory skills to propose strategies on complex issues
• Monitor regulatory landscape for impact to company products and help to develop solutions to regulatory obstacles, with other members of regulatory and related teams
• Ensure compliance with product post marketing approval requirements
• Review product labeling and promotional material to ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements.
• Help to develop regulatory strategy for Class III and Class II medical devices, with other regulatory team members
• Provide regulatory support for internal and external audits

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in pharmacy, biology, chemistry, pharmacology or related subject OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 8 years’ experience in R&D or related area; ideally includes 4 years in Regulatory.

Preferred:

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Sciences, or related discipline
• Previous experience with Class III IDE submissions and/or PMA submissions
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in a geographically diverse, matrixed organization
• 8+ years of experience related to the preparation of FDA submissions (PMA, IDE, 510(k)) for Class I, II, and III medical devices
• Ability to work effectively on project teams.
• Must be able to juggle multiple and competing priorities.
• Strong written, verbal, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Scientific writing experience is required.
• Working knowledge of QSR, ISO, and EN standards.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans

• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs. 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.

• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

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