Regulatory Affairs Associate Director @ GRAIL

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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.

We are a healthcare company, pioneering new technologies to advance early cancer detection. We have built a multi-disciplinary organization of scientists, engineers, and physicians and we are using the power of next-generation sequencing (NGS), population-scale clinical studies, and state-of-the-art computer science and data science to overcome one of medicine’s greatest challenges.

GRAIL is headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with locations in Washington, D.C., North Carolina, and the United Kingdom. It is supported by leading global investors and pharmaceutical, technology, and healthcare companies.

For more information, please visit grail.com.

The role assists with regulatory strategy and the development of submissions in partnership with key internal and external stakeholders for GRAIL projects, including Multi-Cancer Early Detection (MCED). The position supports the U.S. Regulatory team in preparing Investigational Device Exemptions (IDEs), IDE supplements, pre-submissions, Premarket Approvals (PMAs), annual reports, and other relevant documentation.

The role collaborates cross-functionally with Quality, Lab Operations, and other stakeholders to support regulatory strategy development, product validation, audits, promotional material review, on-market product support, and change control processes. This individual monitors and communicates changes in regulatory policies and In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) requirements to project teams and leadership. They may manage and provide direction to regulatory staff and, when required, participate in senior management meetings as a delegate. The role fosters a work culture aligned with GRAIL’s values

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 Requirements:

Experience
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.
An advanced degree may count toward years of experience.
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.

Expected full time annual base pay scale for this position is $164K-$205K. Actual base pay will consider skills, experience and location.

Based on the role, colleagues may be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan tied to company and individual performance, or an incentive plan. We also offer a long-term incentive plan to align company and colleague success over time.

In addition, GRAIL offers a progressive benefit package, including flexible time-off, a 401k with a company match, and alongside our medical, dental, vision plans, carefully selected mindfulness offerings.

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. We will reasonably accommodate all individuals with disabilities so that they can participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. GRAIL maintains a drug-free workplace.

Regulatory Affairs Associate Director

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GRAIL

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