Highly accomplished and detail-oriented QA/RA manager with over 10 years of experience in the Life Sciences industry. Proven track record in driving growth, launching products, and establishing quality systems from start-up to large medical device companies. Adept at developing strategies to ensure compliance with global government regulatory bodies, maintaining strong relationships with regulatory agencies, and leading cross-functional teams. Seeking to leverage expertise in regulatory affairs and quality management to contribute to the success of the organization.
● Develop and implement strategies to ensure compliance with global government regulatory bodies, including FDA, EMA, , TGA, ANVISA, MDSAP, HSA, PMDA, and EU notifying and competent Authorities .
● Serve as the liaison between regulatory bodies and operating divisions, ensuring effective communication and compliance with regulations.
● Prepare and submit applications and reports to applicable regulatory agencies in a timely and accurate manner.
● Respond to requests for information from regulatory bodies, providing comprehensive and compliant responses.
● Coordinate with operations departments to ensure compliance with regulations during production design and development processes.
● Assist in the development of standards for the company's operating and production procedures, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.
● Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulations applicable to the company and monitor changes that may impact company operations.
● Develop and maintain professional relationships with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
● Coordinate and maintain UDI and BUDI compliance.
● Perform other related duties as assigned.
Key Achievements:
● Expanded the Quality Management System (QMS) to support international requirements, leading to ISO13485 and MDSAP certification.
● Created a custom quality tool to conduct a comprehensive QMS gap assessment, covering MDSAP, ISO13485, QSR, and ISO9001.
● Successfully created and submitted regulatory files for FDA 510k and CE Marking (EU), for more than ten products ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
● Implemented an effective Corrective & Preventive Action (CAPA) system, post-market surveillance, and investigation processes in accordance with 21CFR820.100.
● Consult with stakeholders to implement processes and procedures and conduct analyses to sustain and improve regulatory processes, consistently striving for comprehensive and complete solutions while minimizing the time to market .
● Develop regulatory strategies (including determining the correct classification, identifying regulatory requirements, or selecting the best approval pathway) .
● Prepare and/or review regulatory submissions .
● Develop audit plans, inspection methods, and procedure development .
● Define post-market plans and activities including complaint handling, MDR and IVDR evaluations, and CAPA assessments .
● Project manage regulatory projects for domestic and international medical device companies including FDA submissions (510(k), PMA, De Novo) and Technical Documentation/CE Mark submissions (EU MDR/ EU IVDR) .
● Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) offering strategic direction and tactical support to company in the international registration and approval of medical devices .
● Communicate with Regulatory authorities and Notified Bodies .
● Work with suppliers, regulatory agencies, clients, and other group members to assist with implementation and effectiveness of client deliverables .
● Review project plans, data, procedures, and test protocols/reports for accuracy and technical application of standards (ISO, AAMI, ASTM, IEC) .
Key Achievements:
Get Product FDA 510k
Get TGA and Health Canada approval
develop MDSAP requirements
● Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements during product design and development stages.
● Led the regulatory assessment and provided guidance on the regulatory pathways for new product lines in domestic and international markets.
● Conducted thorough regulatory research to stay up-to-date with changing regulations and effectively communicated the impact of these changes on company operations.
● Prepared and maintained regulatory documentation, including technical files and regulatory submissions, ensuring adherence to applicable regulations and standards.
● Played a key role in designing and implementing a comprehensive quality management system (QMS) that led to ISO13485 certification
● Developed and implemented strategies to ensure compliance with global government regulations, including FDA, EMA, and TGA.
● Led a team of regulatory professionals in preparing and submitting applications and reports to regulatory agencies.
● Successfully obtained FDA approval and CE Marking for multiple medical devices, demonstrating a deep understanding of the regulatory filing process.
Played a key role in designing and implementing a comprehensive quality management system (QMS) that led to ISO13485 certification