Sr Regulatory Affairs Spec

Overview

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 11 Feb 2026

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day in the Life

The Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Sr. RAS) is responsible for collaborating, planning and executing regulatory activities related to the Bispectral Index™ (BIS™) monitoring product portfolio within the Acute Care and Monitoring operation unit. This role is fit for an established, productive individual contributor who works independently on projects or programs with general supervision. In the position, you will work with your manager to set objectives for your own work in alignment with broader project goals and actively contribute to key milestones.

You will also participate in cross-functional activities, requiring awareness of wider organizational issues.

You will recommend and support improvements to systems and processes to enhance effectiveness and regularly communicate with internal stakeholders to share updates, gather input, and support decision-making. You will function as a regulatory subject matter expert as part of the core cross-functional team.

This position is located in Lafayette, CO as part of the Acute Care & Monitoring (ACM) group.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Directs or performs coordination and preparation of document packages for regulatory submissions.
• Leads and compiles all materials required for US and EU submissions and tenders, including 510(k) submissions, NB sampling, and EU MDR Technical Documentation.
• Supports submissions and inquiries for global markets.
• Collaborates closely with cross-functional partners such as R&D, clinical, operations, and marketing to establish regulatory value and ensure regulatory requirements and strategy are integrated into product development and lifecycle management.
• Recommends changes for labeling, manufacturing, marketing, and clinical protocol for regulatory compliance.
• Reviews promotional material.
• Monitors, updates, and improves project tracking and US/EU distribution control systems.
• Proactively monitor and interpret evolving global regulatory requirements and communicate potential impact to stakeholders.
• Supports interaction with regulatory agencies.
• Recommends strategies for earliest possible path to market.
• Support internal and external audits/inspections as a regulatory representative.
• Assists in developing training materials or provides training as requested.
• Provides guidance to less experienced staff as needed.
• Participate in CAPA investigations when regulatory issues are identified.

Must Have:
Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Nice to Have

• Experience in medical device regulatory
• Experience with class I and II electrical and software-based devices including applicable standards.
• Strong knowledge of EU MDR, ISO 10993-1, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971 risk management principles
• Experience with regulatory requirements for cybersecurity, AI, and communicating devices (interoperability).
• Proven experience authoring and leading 510(k) submissions and EU Change Notifications.
• Experience compiling MDR Technical Documentation.
• Experience communicating directly with regulators.
• Collaborative, solution-oriented performer focused on bringing value to stakeholders and the organization.
• Proven ability to develop and execute on robust regulatory strategies.
• Strong experience reviewing promotional materials for US/EU markets.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully…