RA Specialist II - Spine

Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. We are actively searching for a Regulatory Affairs Specialist II, Spine for our global headquarters in Naples, FL. 

The RA Specialist II – Spine is responsible for managing specific aspects of the Arthrex Regulatory Affairs program with an emphasis on gaining regional regulatory approval/clearance/licensure for medical devices in the most efficient, compliant manner. This position will play a critical role in regulatory approval efforts. In coordination with management of Regulatory Affairs, this role will develop regulatory strategy, execute the regulatory plan, and perform other activities that lead to and maintain regulatory approval/clearance/licensure for Arthrex’s medical devices. 

Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Develop regulatory strategies and implementation plans for the preparation and submission of new products and review any proposed changes for impact on regulatory strategy and status.
• May evaluate the risk of proposed regulatory strategies and offer solutions as applicable.
• Advise project teams on premarket regulatory requirements, such as documentation and testing needed, labeling requirements, or clinical study compliance issues.
• Provide project teams with on-going support to resolve any real or perceived regulatory issues.
• Determine the types of regulatory submissions or internal documentation that are required in situations such as proposed device changes or labeling changes
• Identify relevant guidance documents, international standards, or consensus standards and provide interpretive assistance.
• Coordinate, prepare, write, submit and/or review regulatory submissions for projects in accordance with established product launch or other applicable timelines.
• Coordinate efforts with regional counterparts associated with the preparation of international regulatory documents or submissions.
• Provide technical review of data or reports to be incorporated into regulatory submissions to ensure scientific rigor, accuracy, and clarity of presentation.
• Review and approve design control documentation, engineering change requests, manufacturing and labeling changes, and other applicable requests for adherence to global regulatory compliance.
• Review and approve product advertising/promotional materials, labeling, and/or test methods for compliance with applicable regulations and policies.
• Review or edit regulatory documentation for completeness, clarity, consistency and conformance to regulation, guidelines and internal policies/procedures to ensure all data and information is truthful, accurate and verifiable against source documentation to confirm compliance and traceability.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of additional information or responses as requested by regulatory agencies.
• Establish, develop and maintain positive relationships with regulatory agency personnel.
• Compile and maintain regulatory documentation databases or systems as well as technical documentation required for new or modified products.
• Maintain current knowledge base of existing and emerging regulations, standards, and/or guidance documents.
• Explain regulations, guidances, policies, and/or procedures to stakeholders, as applicable.
• Recommend changes to company procedures in response to changes in regulations, guidances and/or standards.
• Obtain and distribute updated information regarding domestic or international laws, guidances and/or standards.
• Write or update standard operating procedures, work instructions, or policies.
• Participate in internal or external audits, as required.
• May develop or conduct employee regulatory training

Education and Experience:

• 2 years relevant  experience required preferably in a regulatory affairs role in the life science industry.
• Bachelor’s degree required, engineering or science discipline preferred.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Orthopedic medical device experience preferred.
• Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) preferred.
• Experience authoring and submitting medical device registrations/licenses/submissions applicable to regional area.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to identify and define problems, collect data, analyze established facts, draw valid conclusions, and effectively communicate the information both verbally and in writing to a variety of audiences.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to both appropriately format and develop a clear logic trail to establish conclusions based on an understanding of factual evidence. Ability to critically think; using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Ability to actively learn; understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Abilities Requirements:

Ability to comprehend principles of engineering, physiology and medical device use.  Ability to handle master documents, drawings, specifications, regulatory and clinical documentation with a high degree of confidentiality. Ability to research, read, analyze, and interpret regulatory literature and documentation, regulations, technical standards, guidance documents, test reports, clinical/medical terminology, technical product information, and complex documents. Ability to review, collate, describe and summarize scientific and technical data. Ability to organize complex information and combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events) to produce answers that make sense. Ability to utilize judgment and make decisions considering the relative risks and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. Ability to assess, plan, schedule and manage multiple long-term and short-term projects, tasks, responsibilities and/or priorities in a concurrent fashion with several parallel deliverables and execute deliverables to time-line commitments. Ability to be an effective team member and work well with others in a team environment on cross-functional and/or matrix teams. Ability to be flexible with changing priorities and comply with constantly changing regulatory procedures. Ability to build strong relationships both internally and externally. Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

Machine, Tools, and/or Equipment Skills:

Proficiency in the use of personal computers and computer programs, particularly SAP, Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat (or equivalents if changed by the Company).  

Language and Communication Skills:

Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above.  Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management.  Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.

Arthrex Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Provided Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
• Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Annual Bonus
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Free Onsite Medical Clinics
• Free Onsite Lunch
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Trip of a Lifetime
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer PTO
• Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.