New · posted Oct 16
Johnson & Johnson · Medical Devices
Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Ops
- Santa Clara, CA
- On-site
- Full-time
- Associate & Specialist
Open until filled
The role
The Regulatory Affairs Specialist is an individual contributor who will help secure and retain global regulatory approvals for medical devices by creating, archiving, and maintaining specific categories of regulatory documentation and data. The function of the Regulatory Affairs Operations Specialist is to provide submission publishing/verification support and contribute to other Regulatory Infrastructure/Operations functions and projects.
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com
As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.
Johnson & Johnson is hiring for a Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Ops to join our team located in Santa Clara, CA.
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What you need
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; Bachelor's degree in science, math, engineering, or medical fields is preferred
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a regulatory position in a regulated healthcare industry or equivalent
- Highly proficient with MS Word, SharePoint (or equivalent), Excel, Adobe and PowerPoint; proficient with Word Macros and Styles
- Strong digital aptitude, including proficiency with digital systems and databases and the ability to efficiently learn and navigate new platforms and applications
- Flexible with changing priorities, ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize and schedule work to meet business needs and timelines
- Organized, detail oriented, with good planning and time management skills
- Exercise sound and ethical judgment within policy and regulations
- Ability to think analytically with good problem-solving skills
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills with various levels of the organization
- Notary Public Commission, or willingness to obtain, is an asset
- Applies Johnson & Johnson’s Credo and Leadership imperatives in day-to-day interactions with internal and external colleagues
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities concurrently and maintaining accuracy
- Ability to complete short- and long-term projects of moderate complexity with some guidance
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
Preferred Skillsnice to have
Accountability, Analytical Reasoning, Business Writing, Communication, Confidentiality, Data Reporting, Detail-Oriented, Document Management, Legal Support, Medicines and Device Development and Regulation, Organizing, Process Oriented, Regulatory Affairs Management, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Development, Regulatory Environment, Teamwork
Pay and benefits
$57,500 – $92,575 a year
Employer providedThe anticipated base pay range for this position is
$57,500.00 - $92,575.00
Pension and 401(k) savings plan
Long-term incentive program
Vacation (120 hours per year)
Sick time
13days
Holiday pay (13 days per year)
Parental leave
Where you'll work
Santa Clara, CAOn-siteOpen in Maps (opens in a new tab)
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Job Function
Regulatory Affairs Group
Job Sub Function
Regulatory Affairs
Job Category
Business Enablement/Support
All Job Posting Locations
Santa Clara, California, United States of America
Essential Job Functions
- Publish worldwide regulatory submissions in compliance with geography-specific regulatory requirements
- Track original and renewed annual licenses and registrations/listings, and collect/organize/disseminate, when required, registration renewal documentation
- Archive submissions, correspondence, and other regulatory documentation in a designated document repository according to a standardized format and process
- Author and route document changes via electronic document control system
- Provide other country specific regulatory support
- Procure document notarizations, authentications, legalizations, and certifications
- Contribute to continuous improvement of departmental processes and procedures
- Ensure personal compliance with applicable company policies and procedures
- Provide audit backroom support
- Other duties as needed
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Additional Description for Pay Transparency
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · October 21, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 1% below the US median for Regulatory Operations roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Associate & Specialist roles in the US5 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $57,500 | — | $92,575 |
| All US (middle half) | $71,000 | $75,500 | $92,000 |
This role: Johnson & Johnson's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Regulatory Operations roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 21, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Regulatory Operations
The general path across 35 open Regulatory Operations roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not Johnson & Johnson's own promotion track.
Career resources on Regulatory Operations
Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 20 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Collaboration and leadership6
- GMP and compliance2
- Lab testing and methods2
- Documentation and SOPs2
- Data and digital systems2
- Regulatory submissions1
Company hiring pulse
Johnson & Johnson on Regulatory Jobs
- 37
- Open roles
- 37
- Distinct roles
- 17
- Locations
By discipline
- Quality23 62%
- Regulatory11 30%
- Compliance & Safety3 8%
By level
- Manager11 30%
- Associate & Specialist11 30%
- Senior & Principal10 27%
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