Job ID R-512604 Date posted April 13, 2025

Be part of something bigger at BD. Here, you’ll help us maintain our high standards from a regulatory perspective at all levels, with a keen focus on submissions. It requires acute attention to detail, excellent communication skills and a passion to keep learning and updating your knowledge, which we’ll help you do with regular learning opportunities. Here, you’ll use your in-depth knowledge of FDA, Canadian and ISO/MDD regulations and requirements surrounding medical devices to ultimately achieve a singular goal: advancing the world of health™. At BD, you can make a true difference of one.

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    Full-Time
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    Entry to Senior
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Job Description Summary

As Associate Director of Regulatory Affairs, you will lead regulatory activities for new product development, labeling changes, promotional requests, and other regulatory submissions in both Canada and the United States.   This position reports to the Vice President of Global Regulatory Affairs.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible 

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

  • Work with internal teams including R&D, Marketing, Quality Assurance, and Operations to develop regulatory strategies for products.  

  • Prepare and submit applications to Health Canada and FDA (and international regulators as appropriate) for approval/clearance of new products, labels, packaging, promotions, etc.  

  • Develop compliance programs for all regulations applicable to our business.  

  • Maintain knowledge base regarding regulatory requirements in countries where we market products.  

  • Coordinate interactions between external consultants and internal staff to ensure timely completion of assigned projects.  

  • Provide technical assistance and training to sales and marketing personnel on specific regulatory issues related to their products.  

  • Monitor changing regulatory environments and communicate impacts to internal stakeholders.  

  • Develop policy positions on proposed legislation and regulations affecting our industry.  

  • Travel to trade shows and customer sites to represent the Company in regulatory matters.  


About You: 

  • Minimum bachelor’s degree in engineering or science required; Master’s degree preferred.  

  • At least ten years relevant experience required; medical device industry experience preferred.  

  • Experience working with global cross-functional teams highly desirable.  

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.  

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.  

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).  

  • Must be able to work independently and make decisions within defined guidelines.  

  • Knowledge of U.S., Canadian, and International medical device regulations required.  

  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.  

  • Demonstrated project management skills.  

Salary ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as tosupport recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, andtalent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. Thesalary offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and actual worklocation. Salary ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles. 

$169,800.00 - 280,300.00 USD Annual​

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.  

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.  

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status. 

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Primary Work Location

USA CA - San Diego Bldg A&B

Additional Locations

USA CA - Irvine Laguna Canyon, USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

Work Shift

NA (United States of America)

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

Salary Range Information

$169,800.00 - $280,300.00 USD Annual
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Advancing the world of health™

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health™ by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. BD helps customers enhance outcomes, lower costs, increase efficiencies, improve safety and expand access to health care.

At BD, we are committed to global inclusion and diversity. Increased inclusion and diversity drives innovation, allows us to better understand patient and customer needs, and ultimately makes BD the best possible place for all associates to thrive.


Brian Carney
Staff Regulatory Affairs Specialist

I love working with high powered leaders on a day to day basis who are respectful to my opinion and who I was never exposed to in my past job.


Robin Cassell
Global Regulatory Operations Labeling Specialist

I have been trusted in my ability to lead exciting and challenging projects with excellent upper management support. This in-turn has allowed me to grow and expand my regulatory knowledge that I believe will lay as a foundation to build my Regulatory career on.


Nikita A Mahendra Kumar
Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist

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