Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist - Medical Devices

Anteris is a science-driven structural heart company that is redefining expectations and advancing the field through cutting-edge solutions focused on restoring native-like physiology versus treating symptoms of structural heart disease. We are currently developing a new class of TAVR designed to mimic the performance of a healthy aortic valve. With offices in Minneapolis, MN, US; Geneva, Switzerland; and Brisbane and Perth, Australia, we have a growing and inclusive team.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Regulatory Affairs, the Regulatory Affairs Specialist will lead and execute regulatory submission and approval activities for the company’s medical device products, with a primary focus on U.S. FDA submissions. This role will also provide support for international regulatory submissions outside North America. The Specialist will coordinate with FDA and international regulatory bodies throughout the submission and review processes to ensure timely approvals and ongoing compliance with applicable regulations and corporate standards.

In addition, this role will support regulatory aspects of clinical studies. This position will contribute to a collaborative team environment with the unique opportunity to directly impact our mission, vision, and values as we take the company to the next level of success.

At Anteris, you’ll be part of a high-caliber team advancing a transformative therapy for aortic stenosis. We value accountability, objectivity, respect, teamwork, integrity, and courage, and we’re united by a shared purpose: improving patient lives through disruptive innovation. We’re building something remarkable—and we’re just getting started.

This role may be filled at varying levels, e.g., Senior or Principal, depending on the candidate's previous experience.

Key Responsibilities

Drive regulatory planning and execution to ensure alignment with business and functional goals and priorities

Prepare and review FDA submissions and other regulatory documents including 510(k)s, PMAs, PMA Supplements, PMA Amendments, Investigational Device Exemptions (IDE), Humanitarian Device Exemptions (HDE), Humanitarian Use Device (HUD) Applications and periodic study reports, as assigned

Actively engage as the Regulatory Affairs representative on project teams

Serve as a liaison with the Regulatory Agencies globally by conducting negotiations with agency reviewers as needed

Review and interpret regulatory requirements as they relate to company products and procedures, clinical studies, testing or records keeping and ensure that they are communicated through company policies and procedures

Document review and approval to assure regulatory compliance (manufacturing process and product, change order, promotional review)

Ensure that regulatory requirements are fully understood, implemented and/or mitigated in new product, clinical, marketing, and other business processes

Communicate regulatory strategies and project status to internal stakeholders (Clinical Affairs, R&D, Marketing, Quality, Manufacturing)

Interact with and influence external regulatory agencies and trade associations

Author, review, and/or approve internal operating procedures related to regulatory affairs.

Coordinate timely renewal of certificates, licenses, and global product registrations.

Support Quality Assurance in maintaining ISO/CE Mark certifications and related regulatory audits.

Participate in complaints process in assessing and reporting to appropriate agencies

Skills, Knowledge, Experience & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering required. Advanced degree is a plus.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs; 8+ years’ experience preferred

Minimum of 5 years’ medical device industry experience including Pre-Sub, IDE, 510(k), De Novo, PMA, Technical File/Design Dossier, and HDE submissions.

Experience with Global Regulatory Agencies (Notified Bodies, Competent Authorities, Health Canada, TGA) preferred.

Class III medical devices experience required; cardiovascular experience preferred. Experience with tissue heart valves is a plus.

Working knowledge of FDA requirements, guidance documents, Medical Device Directive (93/42/EEC), Medical Device Regulation (EU 2017/745), ISO 14971, ISO 13485, and other global regulatory requirements and quality standards

Good understanding of product development process and design control through knowledge of US FDA and international medical device regulations

Must have ability to develop clear, concise, and timely oral and written reports, plus communicate tactfully and professionally with all levels of personnel.

Strong interpersonal, analytical, writing, and organizational skills, including the ability to find creative regulatory solutions in “grey” areas.

Demonstrated ability in project management skills to plan, conduct and implement system assessments and robust submissions

RAC Certification preferred.

What We Offer:

Opportunity to make a significant impact on the healthcare industry by advancing groundbreaking therapies.

Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a culture of innovation and excellence.

Competitive compensation package, including salary, performance-based bonuses, and stock options.

Career development opportunities and a chance to be part of a growing company that values its employees.

Health and Wellness Offerings

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401k + Company Match

Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Employee Equity Program

Paid Holidays & PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Inclusive Team Environment

Note: We may require proof of COVID-19 vaccination to comply with health institutions, state, local municipality, and/or travel regulations.

Anteris Technologies recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We have a clear vision: to be a place of belonging for all humans by promoting diversity, multiculturism and inclusion, as a goal and reflection across the organization. Diversity is more than a commitment - it is part of our mission to deliver the best structural heart products on a global scale.