Regulatory Affairs Specialist

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talented team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels inspired, invested, cared for, valued, and have a strong sense of belonging.

What You Can ExpectResponsible for assisting the team with regulatory change assessments and filings as necessary to market and maintain Zimmer Biomet products. This position requires an intermediate understanding of medical devices and their use as well as a understanding of the regulatory pathways (US and EU) for change assessment through approval.
- How You'll Create Impact- Provide regulatory assessment of product changes (including but not limited to material, manufacturing, cleaning, sterilization, and packaging changes), utilizing both local procedure and established regulatory guidance and standards
- Assist with assembly, distribution, storage, tracking and retrieval of information pertinent to the

regulatory process, including the regulatory submissions process. May author and publish

electronic submissions
- Respond to requests from foreign government and/or distributors as needed
- Assist with the research, analysis and communication of information pertaining to the

appropriate regulatory pathway for approval of product changes
- Provides regulatory direction to development project teams as a core team member; develops

regulatory strategy for significant product changes
- Evaluate risk of proposed regulatory strategies; may offer solutions
- Reviews proposed labeling for compliance with applicable global regulations
- Updates package inserts and labeling to support product changes as appropriate
- Communicates with regulatory and governmental agencies with supervision
- Applies FDA regulations to business practices and provides regulatory input, advice and

guidance to design teams
- What Makes You Stand Out- Strong writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail; ability to multi-task and balance competing priorities
- Knowledge of overall business environment, the orthopaedic industry, and the marketplace
- Ability to learn and stay abreast of regulations pertinent to medical devices, biologics, drugs and combination products as needed, based on functional area
- Ability to build relationships between Regulatory Affairs and other areas of the organization; ability to communicate effectively at all levels and cross-functionally
- Knowledge of FDA, EU, and other regulatory body regulations
- Ability to identify risk in Regulatory strategies
- Strong problem solving skills
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
- Your BackgroundBachelor’s degree (or non-US equivalent) required; concentration in life sciences, technical/engineering or related field, preferred
- A minimum of one year of experience in orthopaedic or medical device industry preferred
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs, Engineering, Quality, or related field required
- Regulatory Affairs Certification (US or EU) preferred
- A combination of education and experience may be considered
- Travel ExpectationsUp to 15%

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability