Merative

Sr Manager, Regulatory Affairs

Merative  •  $145k - $217k/yr  •  United States (Remote)  •  7 hours ago
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Job Description

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Merge medical imaging solutions, offered by Merative, combine intelligent, scalable imaging workflow tools with deep and broad expertise to help healthcare organizations improve their confidence in patient outcomes and optimize care delivery
Leads global regulatory strategy and compliance for Merge Healthcare’s medical imaging portfolio, including Software as a Medical Device (SaMD), and related regulated and non-regulated healthcare technology solutions. This senior leadership role drives regulatory excellence across the software product lifecycle, including device classification, regulatory strategies for market access, design change assessment, cybersecurity considerations, post-market obligations, and alignment with international regulations, standards, and guidance. The Sr Manager, Regulatory Affairs provides strategic guidance, fosters cross-functional collaboration, and mentors a high-performing team to achieve business objectives while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Regulatory Strategy

  • Providesleadership and expert guidance on current, new, and emerging regulations, standards, and guidanceapplicable to MergeHealthcare’sregulated and non-regulated enterprise imagingsolutions

  • Developsandmaintainsglobal regulatory strategiesregulatedmedical devices and related imaging solutions, including device classification, intended use and indications alignment, regulatory pathway selection, submission strategy, conformity assessment planning, and market authorization approach.

  • Determinesregulatory requirements for new market entry, including product classification, applicable regulatory framework, local registration or licensing obligations, submission pathway, labelling or language requirements, in-country representationneeds, post-market obligations, and launch-readiness dependencies.

Regulatory Submissions & Communication

  • Oversees global product registrations, establishmentlistingsor facility registrations where applicable, device licensing, certification, and market authorization activities forregulatedmedical devices and related imaging solutions, including entry requirements for new countriesorregions

  • Evaluatesnew products, software releases, patches, configuration changes, algorithm updates, cybersecurity updates, and other product modifications for regulatory impact todetermineglobal submission, notification, documentation, or market authorization requirements.

  • Reviewslabeling, instructions for use, release notes, customer communications, promotional materials, interoperability statements, cybersecurity statements, and AI/automation claims for consistency with cleared or authorized intended use and applicable global regulations.

  • Servesas primary liaison with regulatory authorities, notified bodies, and approved bodiesfor submissions,pre-submissions, deficiency responses, technical documentation reviews,adverse event reporting, recalls, inspections,and compliance matters.

  • Drivestimelypreparation anddeliveryofregulatory submissions and market authorizations

RegulatoryCompliance

  • Monitorsregulatory changes and ensuretimelyimplementation across processes and products.

  • PartnerswithQuality,Product, Engineering, and Customer Support teams on compliance issues, complaints, CAPAs, field issues, and customer or regulatory inquiries to assess regulatory reporting, market action, and authority communication requirements.

  • Escalatesany significant risks, issues, or concerns affecting Merge Healthcare’s products, services, or business operations to executive leadership.

  • Supportspost-market surveillance, vigilance reporting, complaint trend review, software anomaly assessment, cybersecurity vulnerability response, field action planning, and recall regulatory strategy forregulatedmedical devices and related imaging solutions.

  • Drivescontinuous improvement of regulatory and quality processes that support software development, design controls, risk management, verification and validation, release governance, technical documentation, internal audits, external audits,andinspections.

Leadership & Team Development

  • Leadsandmentora high-performing regulatory team, fostering collaboration and professional growth.

  • Setsclear performance goals, providescoaching, and recognizesachievements.

Core Competencies

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a team settingto meet definedobjectives

  • Ability to influence change and champion initiativestodrive change in the organization.

  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills

  • Demonstrated ability to make risk-based regulatory decisions, communicate complex regulatory positions to executive and cross-functional stakeholders, and influence productdevelopment, andcommercial teams in a matrixed environment.

  • Effective research and analytical skills

  • Effective written and oral communication, technicalwritingand editing skills

Technical Skills

  • In-depth understanding of global medical device and SaMD regulatory frameworks, including FDA QSR/QMSR, ISO13485,Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP),Canadian Medical Devices Regulations, EU MDR, UK medical device requirements, and other applicable international requirements.

  • Proficient inpreparing andmaintainingmedical deviceand SaMDregulatory submissions, technical documentation, regulatory files, and market authorization packages forglobal regulatory authorities,includingUS FDA,HealthCanada, EU,and other applicable markets

  • Demonstrated ability to research, interpret, and document regulatory requirements for new market entry, including jurisdiction-specific classification, registration, conformity assessment, local representative, labelling, language, cybersecurity, privacy, and post-market obligations.

  • Specific experience with SaMD/software medical devices, including working knowledge of software lifecycle, risk management, usability, clinical/performance evaluation, and cybersecurity expectations under applicable standards and guidance such as IEC 62304, IEC 82304-1, ISO 14971, IEC 62366-1,and applicable regulatory guidance

  • Experience with cybersecurity expectations for connected software medical devicesrequired; familiarity with AI/ML-enabled medical device guidance, predetermined change control expectations, and emerging global regulatory trends preferred.

Supervisory Skills

  • 10+ years of experience in medical device regulatory affairs, healthcare technology, life sciences, or a similarly regulated industry, includingsignificant experiencesupporting SaMD/software medical devices

  • At least8years leadingand managingteams in a medium-to-large organizationin a regulated industrystronglypreferred

  • Demonstrated experience buildingand leadinghigh-performing regulatory teams and programs by developing talent, strengthening succession plans, standardizing regulatory assessment processes, improving submission quality and timeliness, andrepresentingRegulatory Affairs in portfolio and release governance.

Qualifications Required

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical disciplinerequired, or equivalent experience.

  • Professionalmedical devicecertification preferred, such as Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC).

Experience

  • Proven experience (10+ years) inmedical device regulatory affairs,healthcare technology, life sciences, or similar regulated industries,with direct experience supportingSoftware as a Medical Device (SaMD), software used with medical devices, or regulated healthcare software.

  • At least 5 years’ leadership or management experience in a medium to large-sized organization.

  • Experience leading interactions with global regulatory authorities, notified bodies, and approved bodies, including pre-submissions, deficiency responses, technical documentation reviews, market authorization maintenance, inspections, and regulatory commitments.

Compensation


The salary range provided in this job posting is intended to reflect the general market value for the position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and the specific requirements of the role. This range may also be subject to change as market conditions evolve. We encourage open communication throughout the interview process to discuss compensation expectations. For base-salary + commission sales roles, the range represents On-Target Earnings.

Min – Max :

$144,632.60 - $216,948.90 (USD)

Benefits

The benefits described represent the current offerings at our organization, however, benefits are subject to change and may vary by location and employment status. We strive to provide a comprehensive benefits package that supports our employees’ health, wellness, and financial goals. Please note that benefits may be discussed in more detail during the hiring process.

  • Remote first / work from home culture

  • Flexible vacation to help you rest, recharge, and connect with loved ones

  • Paid leave benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401k retirement savings plan

  • Infertility benefits

  • Tuition reimbursement, life insurance, EAP – and more!

It is the policy of Merative to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Merative will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Merative participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

Merative

About Merative

Merative is a data, software and technology partner for the health and government social services industries, working with providers, health plans, employers, life sciences companies and governments.

With trusted technology and human expertise, the company works with clients to drive real progress. Merative helps clients orient information and insights around the people they serve to improve decision-making and performance.

Merative, formerly IBM Watson Health, became a new standalone company as part of Francisco Partners in 2022.

Learn more at merative.com.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Ann Arbor, MI
Year Founded
2022
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