Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Philips
Summary
The Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist is responsible for driving key regulatory initiatives contributing to the development and implementation of regulatory strategies, ensuring Philips Computed Tomography (CT)/Advanced Molecular Imaging (AMI) products are safe, effective, and compliant with global regulatory requirements.
Job description
Your role:
- Serve as a Regulatory expert for 510(k) and CE Mark/EU MDR compliance, including interpretation and application of regulations, guidance, and standards across integrated hardware systems and complex device portfolios.
- Lead and influence global regulatory strategies to support market expansion and lifecycle management, with emphasis on system-level hardware integration considerations for US, EU, Japan, Canada, and other international markets as required.
- Provide regulatory leadership and strategic guidance to internal stakeholders (R&D, Quality, Clinical, Marketing, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, etc.) to ensure regulatory requirements are embedded into hardware system architecture, design inputs, verification, and validation activities.
- Drive preparation, review, and maintenance of EU MDR Technical Documentation, including oversight of conformity assessment activities and interactions with Notified Bodies.
- Partner closely with hardware and systems engineering teams to support regulatory assessments of system-level risk management and hazard analysis, hardware/software interfaces, design changes and impact assessments, and verification and validation strategies for integrated systems.
- Support and/or lead international regulatory submissions, registrations, and renewals, including coordination of submission strategies, gap assessments, and risk mitigation plans.
- Act as a key regulatory interface during Notified Body audits, regulatory inspections, and QMS audits, including preparation, participation, and follow-up activities.
- Provide regulatory input for post-market surveillance, vigilance, and change management, ensuring ongoing compliance throughout the product lifecycle.
- Mentor and provide technical leadership to other Regulatory Affairs professionals, supporting capability development and consistent regulatory execution.
- Communicate complex regulatory topics clearly and effectively to senior leadership and cross-functional teams, enabling informed decision-making on hardware design tradeoffs and system integration risks.
You're the right fit if:
- You've acquired a minimum of 7+ years' experience in Regulatory Affairs within FDA regulated Medical Device environments including 510(k)s, PMA supplements, CE Marking/EU MDR Technical Documents, and pre-submissions.
- You have proven expertise/knowledge in Regulations/Standards for hardware (IEC 60601), Software (IEC 62304), Risk Management (ISO 14971) and experience with SaMD (IEC 82304) is preferred.
- You have familiarity with FDA, EU MDR, Health Canada, Japan and other relevant international regulatory standards, regulations, and submission paths.
- You have the proven ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, sharing knowledge, providing regulatory insights, and ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.
- You have a minimum of a Bachelors' Degree in Regulatory Affairs, a Scientific or Technical discipline. Master's Degree desired. RAPs RAC preferred.
- You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position.
Requirements
- Minimum of 7+ years' experience in Regulatory Affairs within FDA regulated Medical Device environments including 510(k)s, PMA supplements, CE Marking/EU MDR Technical Documents, and pre-submissions.
- Proven expertise/knowledge in Regulations/Standards for hardware (IEC 60601), Software (IEC 62304), Risk Management (ISO 14971).
- Experience with SaMD (IEC 82304) is preferred.
- Familiarity with FDA, EU MDR, Health Canada, Japan and other relevant international regulatory standards, regulations, and submission paths.
- Proven ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
- Minimum of a Bachelors' Degree in Regulatory Affairs, a Scientific or Technical discipline.
- Master's Degree desired.
- RAPs RAC preferred.
- Must be able to successfully perform the minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation.
Benefits
- Generous PTO
- 401(k) up to 7% match
- HSA with company contribution
- Stock purchase plan
- Education reimbursement
Company overview
Koninklijke Philips N.V., commonly known as Philips, is a Dutch multinational health technology company that has evolved from its origins as a consumer electronics conglomerate into a leading global healthcare solutions provider. Founded in 1891 in Eindhoven, Netherlands, Philips has transformed its business focus since the 2010s to concentrate exclusively on health technology. The company operates through three main divisions: Diagnosis and Treatment, which manufactures advanced medical imaging equipment including MRI, CT, and ultrasound scanners; Connected Care, specializing in patient monitoring systems and respiratory care products under the Respironics brand; and Personal Health, producing consumer healthcare products like electric shavers, Sonicare toothbrushes, and Avent childcare items. With 68,419 employees worldwide and annual revenues of €18.02 billion (2024), Philips maintains its global headquarters in Amsterdam while operating manufacturing, R&D, and sales facilities across 26 countries. The company has strategically divested its consumer electronics, lighting, and home appliance businesses to become a pure-play health technology organization, positioning itself at the forefront of medical innovation and digital healthcare solutions.