

New · posted Nov 3
Cook Medical · Medical Devices
Regulatory Affairs Specialist II
- Vandergrift, PA
- On-site
- Full-time
- Associate & Specialist
The role
The Regulatory Affairs Specialist II is responsible for the planning and preparation of submissions to obtain regulatory approvals for new and modified medical devices in specific markets. The Regulatory Affairs Specialist II develops regulatory strategies, obtains and maintains approvals, and serves as a communication liaison between the Cook manufacturer and the Cook International Local Office / Cook Distributor.
What you need
• Proficient in reading, writing and speaking English language.• Bachelor’s degree in relevant technical or scientific discipline.• Knowledge of medical device quality standards and regulatory requirements.• 3 years of experience in the medical device industry.• Computer experience required with working knowledge of Microsoft
Physical Requirements
• General office environment • Sits for extended periods• Requires close visual acuity when working with computers, etc.• Requires occasional early morning or late evening teleconferences• International and domestic travel as required
What you'll do
• Maintain an excellent understanding of global medical device regulations regarding the following: ISO 13485, MDR 2017/745, FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and others as required. • Serve as a liaison on regulatory issues between the Cook manufacturer and Cook Local Office and/or Cook Distributor and Notified Body.• Prepare regulatory submissions for new products, product changes, and re-registrations as required for the specific regions.• Create, organize, and maintain technical documentation.• Maintain registration information (license numbers, expiration dates, etc.) and obtain re-registration approvals in advance of license expirations to ensure no disruption in product availability.• Provide support to currently marketed products as necessary including input on/ creation of change requests, etc.• Support post market regulatory activities such as Post Market Surveillance Plans, Post Market Clinical Follow Up (PMCF) Plans and Reports, and Periodic Safety Update Reports (PSURs).
• Maintain and organize appropriate regulatory records to demonstrate compliance with applicable regulations.• Ability to multi-task and work within defined deadlines.• Ability to interpret regulations and apply them to real-world scenarios.• Must work and interact effectively and professionally with and for others throughout various levels of the global organization.• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.• Must maintain company quality and quantity standards.• Must have effective oral and written communication skills.• Excellent problem solving skills and ability to work in collaborative and independent work situations and environments with minimal supervision.• Ability to remain calm and receptive in fast paced situations.
Where you'll work
Vandergrift, PAOn-siteOpen in Maps (opens in a new tab)
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The context around this role
Live data · November 3, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
Associate & Specialist roles in the US31 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| All US (middle half) | $84,000 | $92,000 | $95,250 |
Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Regulatory Affairs roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, November 3, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Regulatory Affairs
The general path across 302 open Regulatory Affairs roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not Cook Medical's own promotion track.
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Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 5 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Documentation and SOPs3
- GMP and compliance2
- Regulatory submissions2
- Data and digital systems2
- Collaboration and leadership2
- Quality systems and risk1
Regulatory intelligence
The rules behind this role
Frameworks and standards this posting's work falls under, matched from its own words, each linked to the official source.
- FDA21 CFR Part 820 (QMSR)(official source, opens in a new tab)FDA quality management system regulation for medical devices
- European UnionEU MDR (Regulation 2017/745)(official source, opens in a new tab)The EU Medical Device Regulation
- ISOISO 13485(official source, opens in a new tab)Quality management systems for medical devices
Company hiring pulse
Cook Medical on Regulatory Jobs
- 9
- Open roles
- 8
- Distinct roles
- 5
- Locations
By discipline
- Quality6 67%
- Regulatory2 22%
- Clinical1 11%
By level
- Senior & Principal5 56%
- Associate & Specialist4 44%
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