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Senior Regulatory Quality Specialist – Medical Devices (On-Site)

Abbott
Abbott
3-5 years
$75,300 – $150,700 annually
10 July 29, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

 

Senior Regulatory Quality Specialist – Medical Devices (On-site)

Location: Maple Grove or St. Paul, Minnesota
Company: Abbott Laboratories – Medical Device Division
Work Mode: On-site
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $75,300 – $150,700 (location-dependent)


Job Summary

Abbott, a global leader in healthcare innovation, is seeking a Senior Regulatory Quality Specialist to join its medical device division. Based in Maple Grove or St. Paul, Minnesota, this on-site role supports regulatory systems and process development under the Global Regulatory Services (GRS) function. Ideal for professionals with a background in regulatory, quality, or compliance, the role involves leading procedural harmonization efforts, ensuring global regulatory alignment, and managing cross-functional implementation projects for new medical device regulations.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the implementation of regulatory procedural updates across business units

  • Draft and update regulatory policies, SOPs, and process workflows

  • Guide internal teams on regulatory risks and strategic decisions

  • Drive change control activities and documentation compliance

  • Develop and deliver supplemental training content

  • Collaborate with IT teams on system enhancements

  • Maintain quality system documentation in compliance with global standards

  • Host and document meetings to support regulatory planning and strategy

  • Analyze quality metrics and trends to support process improvements

  • Support regulatory operations and system rollouts in coordination with GRS


Required Skills & Qualifications

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

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in a regulated industry (e.g., medical products)

  • 2–3 years of direct experience in regulatory affairs or closely related functions

  • Understanding of submission/registration types and global requirements

  • Strong communication skills across all organizational levels

  • Ability to write, edit, and manage complex technical documentation

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills


Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Regulatory Affairs

  • 5+ years in regulatory or quality roles within the medical device industry

  • Knowledge of FDA, EU, and global device compliance standards

  • Experience with Windchill, CAPA processes, and promotional review

  • Familiarity with GDP, QMS maintenance, and document justification

  • Certification such as RAC (Regulatory Affairs Certification) preferred

  • Experience in procedural writing and international product registration


Perks & Benefits

  • Competitive salary range: $75,300 – $150,700

  • Free medical coverage under the HIP PPO plan

  • High employer 401(k) contribution

  • Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance

  • FreeU benefit for bachelor’s degree completion

  • Global career development opportunities

  • Inclusive and recognized work culture across 160+ countries


Company Description

Abbott is a global healthcare and medical device innovator focused on advancing patient health through life-changing technologies. With a strong portfolio across diagnostics, cardiovascular therapies, diabetes care, and more, Abbott helps over 10,000 people each day live healthier lives.


Work Mode

On-site – Maple Grove or St. Paul, MN


Call to Action

Take your regulatory career to the next level. Apply now to join Abbott’s industry-leading team and be part of shaping the future of medical device compliance and quality systems.