Overview Regulatory Affairs Associate Director, IVD | #4360
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Our mission is to detect cancer early, when it can be cured. We are working to change the trajectory of cancer mortality and bring stakeholders together to adopt innovative, safe, and effective technologies that can transform cancer care. GRAIL is a healthcare company pioneering new technologies to advance early cancer detection, using next-generation sequencing (NGS), population-scale clinical studies, and state-of-the-art data science. GRAIL is headquartered in Menlo Park, CA, with locations in Washington, D.C., North Carolina, and the United Kingdom. For more information, please visit grail.com.
Responsibilities Strategize, plan, and author regulatory plans and activities to optimally position GRAIL products with the FDA and/or global health authorities.
Support the U.S. Regulatory Affairs team in preparing submissions such as PMAs, 510(k)s, post-approval reports, annual reports, export certificates, establishment registrations, and device listings.
Serve as a key member of the Regulatory team, offering insights and solutions on corporate product portfolios and strategies.
Provide regulatory support for both new and marketed Laboratory Developed Test (LDT) products, including labeling, promotional materials, product changes, and documentation required for compliance and regulatory approval.
Monitor and report on international regulatory developments and LDT requirements that may significantly impact business operations or customers.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements and relevant scientific/technical developments.
Identify regulatory risks and propose alternative courses of action.
Assess new regulations and collaborate with internal teams to implement appropriate changes.
Support internal and external quality audits.
Ensure compliance with all regulations and laws applicable to GRAIL's business, providing guidance and recommendations.
Review and approve regulatory strategy documents, regulatory plans, procedures, SOPs, and other documents for alignment with commitments, regulations, and filings.
Manage the creation and review of Standard Operating Procedures and policy guidelines within the regulatory affairs department.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications Minimum of 10 years of experience in regulatory, development, clinical affairs, quality, or program management within the IVD, medical device, or pharmaceutical industries.
Regulatory affairs and IVD device experience preferred.
Direct experience with FDA regulatory submissions required.
Experience with regulatory submissions in the EU, Japan, China, Canada, and other international markets is preferred.
Background in diagnostics or biomarker development, particularly in oncology, is a plus.
Advanced scientific degree preferred.
Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) preferred.
Experience in pharmaceutical clinical, statistical, or regulatory settings—especially in oncology, immunology, or related fields—is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Proven leadership and sound judgment with strong business partnering skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. and international regulatory frameworks and processes for medical device development and approvals.
Effective collaborator in dynamic, fast-paced, and evolving environments.
Problem-solving mindset with the ability to work well across diverse teams.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Compensation and Benefits Expected full-time annual base pay scale for this position is $164K-$205K. Actual base pay will consider skills, experience and location. Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive plans. Progressive benefits package includes flexible time-off, a 401k with company match, and medical/dental/vision plans with mindfulness offerings.
Other GRAIL is an Equal Employment Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants and employees with disabilities. GRAIL maintains a drug-free workplace.
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