Senior Manager Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs


Los Angeles Metro Area
Permanent
Negotiable
Quality
PR/580355_1775752965
Senior Manager Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs

Summary

This role is designed for a high-potential professional eager to grow into a senior leadership position, with a clear path toward a future Director-level role in quality assurance and regulatory affairs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end project management for medical device development, from concept through FDA clearance or approval and U.S. market launch
  • Create, maintain, and manage integrated product roadmaps, timelines, budgets, and resource plans in a fast-paced startup environment with shifting priorities
  • Design and execute quality assurance frameworks and regulatory compliance programs, including FDA 510(k), PMA, IDE, pre-submission processes, drug approvals, and INDs
  • Ensure full compliance with FDA regulations, ISO standards, and other applicable requirements, including IRB, HRP, clinical study protocols, and animal research regulations (IACUC, OLAW, ACURO)
  • Oversee internal and external audits, regulatory inspections, and certification activities
  • Manage regulatory submissions and maintain accurate, compliant documentation throughout the product lifecycle
  • Partner cross-functionally to embed quality and regulatory best practices across development, clinical, and commercialization activities
  • Lead, develop, and mentor quality assurance, regulatory, and safety teams to support organizational objectives
  • Track evolving regulatory requirements and proactively update company policies, processes, and procedures

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related discipline
  • 10+ years of experience in quality assurance and regulatory affairs roles
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams, projects, and operational processes
  • Strong communication, leadership, and strategic planning capabilities

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