H-1B Visa Regulatory Affairs Lead Jobs

Regulatory Affairs Lead roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations under DOL's prevailing wage framework, requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as regulatory science, chemistry, or life sciences. Employers in pharma, biotech, and medical devices sponsor H-1B petitions for this title regularly, and cap-exempt institutions add filing options outside the annual lottery.

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Overview

Open Jobs20+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type70% On-site
Median Salary$150K
Top LocationRedwood City, CA
Most JobsCVS Health

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Eastman Kodak
Regulatory Affairs Lead
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Regulatory Affairs Lead
Eastman Kodak
Rochester, New York
Compliance & Legal
Quality Control
Compliance & Risk
$125,000/yr - $130,000/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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AES Corporation
Principal Rates & Regulatory Affairs Lead Analyst
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AES Corporation
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Principal Rates & Regulatory Affairs Lead Analyst
AES Corporation
Dayton, Ohio
Strategy & Corporate Development
Compliance & Legal
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
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On-Site
Bachelor's

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Collabera
Regulatory Affairs Leader (Associate Director)
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Collabera
Added 1w ago
Regulatory Affairs Leader (Associate Director)
Collabera
Marlborough, Massachusetts
Healthcare Administration
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
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3+ yrs exp.
Other

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UCB
Global Regulatory Affairs CMC Lead
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UCB
Added 3w ago
Global Regulatory Affairs CMC Lead
UCB
Raleigh, North Carolina
Compliance & Legal
Healthcare Administration
Compliance & Risk
Hybrid
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Sanofi
Global Regulatory Affairs CMC Lead
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Sanofi
Added 2mo ago
Global Regulatory Affairs CMC Lead
Sanofi
Framingham, Massachusetts
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Hybrid
6+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Regulatory Affairs Lead

Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards

USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to regulatory affairs. A chemistry, biology, or pharmaceutical sciences degree strengthens your petition. If your degree is in an adjacent field, document how your coursework maps to the core duties of a Regulatory Affairs Lead.

Target cap-exempt employers first

Hospitals, nonprofits attached to research institutions, and universities can file H-1B petitions year-round without lottery exposure. Regulatory affairs roles at academic medical centers or nonprofit research organizations qualify, cutting your wait from a full fiscal year to weeks.

Search LCA filing history on Migrate Mate

Filter by SOC code 13-1041 to see which pharma, biotech, and medical device employers have active Labor Condition Applications for regulatory roles. Employers with recent filings have confirmed infrastructure and willingness to sponsor, not just stated openness.

Verify prevailing wage tier before negotiating an offer

Pull the OFLC Wage Search for SOC 13-1041 in your target metro before accepting. Your employer's LCA must certify at least the Level II wage for your experience. Knowing the floor protects you from offers that create compliance risk at filing.

Confirm the employer's I-9 and E-Verify readiness

STEM OPT employers must be E-Verify enrolled, and many regulated pharma or device companies already are. Ask HR whether they're enrolled before the offer stage. Gaps in E-Verify enrollment delay your I-9 completion and complicate the transition from OPT to H-1B status.

Request premium processing if your OPT end date is close

USCIS adjudicates premium processing petitions within 15 business days. If your OPT expires within 60 days of your H-1B start date, ask your employer to elect premium processing so your approval arrives before you lose authorization to work.

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Regulatory Affairs Lead H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Regulatory Affairs Lead role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?

Yes. USCIS classifies regulatory affairs positions as specialty occupations because the duties require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as regulatory science, life sciences, chemistry, or pharmacy. The O*NET profile for Regulatory Affairs Specialists supports this classification, and most employers use SOC code 13-1041 when filing the Labor Condition Application with DOL.

Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most consistently for Regulatory Affairs Lead positions?

Pharmaceutical manufacturers, biotech firms, and medical device companies sponsor the highest volume of H-1B petitions for regulatory affairs roles. Contract research organizations and in vitro diagnostics companies also file regularly. You can see which employers have active Labor Condition Applications for this role category by searching Migrate Mate, which surfaces DOL filing data by occupation and employer.

Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if my Regulatory Affairs Lead role changes scope?

Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as your transfer petition is filed, not after it's approved, provided your original petition has been approved and you've maintained valid status. If the new role involves materially different duties, your employer's attorney should document the specialty occupation basis again to avoid an RFE.

Does regulatory affairs work at a nonprofit hospital or university avoid the H-1B lottery?

It can. Cap-exempt status applies to H-1B petitions filed by qualifying nonprofits affiliated with research institutions and certain universities. If a hospital or academic medical center employs you in a Regulatory Affairs Lead capacity and meets the cap-exemption criteria under USCIS rules, your petition bypasses the lottery entirely and can be filed at any time of year.

What documentation does my employer need to file an H-1B petition for a Regulatory Affairs Lead role?

Your employer needs a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL, which covers prevailing wage compliance for the role's SOC code and work location. They'll also file Form I-129 with USCIS, supported by a detailed job duties letter, your academic credentials, and any professional licenses relevant to the regulatory function. Employers in FDA-regulated industries often already have H-1B filing experience, which accelerates the process.

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