Director of Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance

The Recruiting Pro
Cambridge, MA
$240K a year
Full-time

Director of Regulatory Affairs & Quality Assurance (RA / QA)

We're working closely with the C-suite at an exciting medical-device company to recruit a Director of Regulatory Affairs & Quality Assurance, who will lead the development and execution of comprehensive regulatory and quality systems.

This role is pivotal in both securing immediate FDA 510(k) approval for next-generation products and laying the groundwork for scalable operations that will support future growth.

What You'll Do :

  • Own the regulatory function, including managing a small regulatory team.
  • Lead efforts to obtain FDA 510(k) clearance, working closely with internal teams and external partners.
  • Design and execute clinical validation studies.
  • Build and implement quality assurance systems from the ground up.
  • Ensure compliance with US and global regulatory standards, including European regulations.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external clinicians at major US medical facilities.
  • Work in a flexible, hands-on environment where you will create and implement new processes.

Qualifications

What You’ll Need :

  • Proven experience with FDA 510(k) submissions and medical device regulatory requirements.
  • Strong background in both hardware and software regulatory affairs and quality assurance.
  • Experience designing and executing clinical validation studies.
  • Ability to build scalable regulatory and quality systems from scratch.
  • Experience leading and mentoring a regulatory team.
  • Practical, hands-on approach and a startup mentality comfortable working in an evolving environment.
  • Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, customers, and clinicians.
  • Must be based in the Boston area or within a 2-3 hour drive, with the ability to come to the office regularly.

Why is This a Great Opportunity

Why You’ll Want to Join :

  • Be a key leader in driving regulatory and quality systems for an innovative medical device company.
  • Hands-on role with significant impact on long-term growth and compliance.
  • Competitive compensation up to $240K plus stock options.
  • Collaborate with diverse teams across the US and internationally.
  • Flexible, startup-like environment where you can make a real difference.
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