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Verathon

Bladder measurement and airway visualization devices

Manager, Regulatory Affairs

Regulatory & Quality (Life Sciences)Posted on Nov 5
Full-timeBothell, WA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in a scientific or engineering discipline, or equivalent experience.
  • At least 3 to 5 years of direct people-management experience and 8 or more years of regulatory experience in a regulated quality environment.
  • Demonstrated experience independently preparing and managing traditional 510(k) submissions, including substantial equivalence argumentation, performance testing summaries, and FDA deficiency responses.
  • Working knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Parts 807, 820, and 801, and applicable FDA guidance documents concerning De Novo, Special 510(k), and Predetermined Change Control Plans.
  • Experience with the FDA eSTAR submission format.
  • Frequent interaction with FDA reviewers, Notified Body auditors, and international distributors.
  • Ability to oversee multiple tasks across several projects or base-business deliverables and balance priorities.
  • Up to 10% international travel to support company facilities and partners globally.

Responsibilities

  • Own the end-to-end lifecycle of FDA 510(k) submissions across product lines, including predicate selection, substantial equivalence argumentation, and eSTAR preparation.
  • Direct the preparation of 510(k) summaries, performance testing summaries, substantial equivalence comparison tables, and supporting technical documentation.
  • Lead responses to FDA Additional Information requests and deficiency letters, coordinating cross-functional inputs under compressed timelines.
  • Evaluate eligibility for Traditional, Abbreviated, and Special 510(k) pathways and recommend the appropriate submission type based on device changes and applicable FDA guidance.
  • Maintain awareness of evolving FDA guidance and De Novo precedents affecting the device portfolio.
  • Oversee international registration activities across applicable global markets.
  • Manage registration timelines, distributor relationships, and country-specific documentation packages.
  • Ensure post-market registration maintenance, renewals, market expansions, and Product Change Notifications are filed on schedule.
  • Coordinate with regional distributors and in-country agents to meet local labeling, language, and technical file requirements.
  • Manage, mentor, and develop a team of Regulatory Affairs Specialists, set performance expectations, conduct regular one-on-ones, and support professional growth.
  • Assign and prioritize team workloads to align with submission timelines, regulatory milestones, and business objectives.
  • Build team capability in technical writing, standards interpretation, and regulatory strategy through coaching and training.
  • Partner with the Associate Director to identify staffing needs and contribute to workforce planning.
  • Own budget planning and tracking for the Regulatory Affairs function, including headcount planning and vendor and consultant spending.
  • Author and maintain regulatory SOPs, work instructions, and Letter to File assessments within the quality management system.
  • Ensure regulatory activities are documented and traceable under quality management system requirements, supporting internal audits and Notified Body or MDSAP surveillance audits.
  • Identify and escalate regulatory risks and change-assessment triggers in a timely manner.
  • Translate Regulatory Affairs functional plans into operational processes, contribute to annual regulatory strategy and planning, and advise senior leadership on regulatory risks affecting business objectives.

Desired Qualifications

  • Direct experience preparing EU MDR Technical Files, interacting with Notified Bodies, and managing EUDAMED registration workflows.
  • Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC).

About the Company

Verathon

Bladder measurement and airway visualization devices

Verathon makes medical devices that help clinicians care for patients more safely. Its main products are BladderScan, a noninvasive ultrasound device that estimates bladder volume to prevent unnecessary catheterizations, and the GlideScope video laryngoscope, which provides a clear view of the airway to improve intubation success. These tools rely on ultrasound imaging and video visualization to guide clinical decisions without invasive insertion when possible. The company differentiates itself with a focused line of reliable airway- and bladder-management devices and a global presence, aiming to improve patient care and broaden access to its products.

Company size
501-1,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Bothell, WA
Founded
1984

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