Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Drive Global Medical Device Innovation | Brisbane Lead the regulatory strategy behind next-generation medical technologies, software and AI-enabled healthcare solutions.
Why This Role?
- Influence the global regulatory strategy for innovative medical devices and digital health technologies
- Work on AI, machine learning and Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) products
- Engage directly with international regulatory bodies including FDA, TGA and European authorities
- Join a collaborative global team focused on innovation and improving patient outcomes
- Be a key technical advisor throughout the full product lifecycle
The Opportunity
As the Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist, you will lead and execute regulatory strategies that support the successful development, approval and commercialsation of advanced medical technologies. You'll work closely with engineering, clinical, quality and product development teams while acting as the regulatory subject matter expert across multiple global projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute global regulatory strategies for new and existing products
- Prepare and manage regulatory submissions across the US, EU and Australian markets
- Lead regulatory engagement with FDA, TGA and Notified Bodies
- Provide strategic guidance throughout product development and commercialization
- Support regulatory pathways for AI and machine learning-enabled medical technologies
- Conduct regulatory impact assessments for product and process changes
- Review technical documentation, risk management files and quality records
- Support audits, CAPAs, post-market activities and ongoing compliance initiatives
- Monitor evolving global regulatory requirements and advise the business accordingly
Essential
- Degree in Science, Biomedical Engineering, Regulatory Affairs or a related discipline
- Proven experience within medical devices, healthcare technology or a regulated life sciences environment
- Strong knowledge of:
- FDA regulatory requirements
- EU MDR
- ISO 13485
- ISO 14971
- TGA regulations
- Experience preparing and managing regulatory submissions in international markets
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and regulatory interpretation capabilities
Highly Regarded
- Experience with Software as a Medical Device (SaMD)
- Exposure to AI and machine learning-enabled healthcare products
- Experience supporting global product launches
- Background working in cross-functional product development environments
What's In It For You?
- Work on market-leading medical technologies that genuinely improve lives
- Global exposure across multiple regulatory jurisdictions
- High-impact role with significant influence on business outcomes
- Collaborative and innovation-focused culture
- Opportunity to shape regulatory strategy for emerging healthcare technologies
- Brisbane-based position with exposure to international stakeholders and projects
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Christine Iannarella on +61 7 3032 2235 for a confidential discussion.
About the job
Contract Type: Permanent
Specialism: Engineering & Project Management
Focus: Project Management
Industry: Medical and Nursing
Salary: Negotiable
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Associate
Location: Brisbane CBD
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: K9P9AT-8A61C78D
Date posted: 3 September 2026
Consultant: Christine Iannarella
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