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Regulatory Affairs Specialists qualify for H-1B sponsorship because the role meets the specialty occupation standard: a bachelor's degree or higher in life sciences, pharmacy, or a related field is typically required. Pharma, biotech, and medical device companies are among the most active H-1B filers for this title.
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Number of Positions: 1
Location: Okemos, MI
Location Specifics: Hybrid Position
Job Summary:
At Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana we work to improve oral health through benefit plans, advocacy and community support, and we amplify this mission by investing in initiatives that build healthy, smart, vibrant communities. We are one of the largest dental plan administrators in the country, and are part of the Delta Dental Plans Association, which operates two of the largest dental networks in the nation.
At Delta Dental, we celebrate our All In culture. It’s a mindset, feeling and attitude we wrap around all that we do – from taking charge of our careers, to helping colleagues and lending a hand in the community.
Position Description:
To research, prepare and submit various regulatory filings as necessary to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and other requirements for Delta Dental of Michigan and its affiliates and/or subsidiaries.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Researches, prepares and submits to insurance departments, all types of form and rate filings for dental, vision, life, disability and Medicare supplement products.
- Researches, prepares and submits to insurance departments for review and approval, all types of network, advertising and other miscellaneous regulatory filings.
- Researches compliance issues as they impact forms, operations and other functional areas of the companies and creates and maintains database of legal and compliance laws and regulations that impact the companies.
- Communicates with multiple state insurance department officials regarding statutes and regulations; receives, directs and responds to correspondence related to filings and secures approval of filings in a timely fashion. Provides timely and frequent communication to affected internal business departments on status of filings in progress.
- Provides lateral support to other members of the department, including developing and making recommendations on contract language and providing guidance on the preparation and submission of filings via SERFF or other industry portals.
- Implements projects, coordinates objectives, monitors task completion, and makes recommendations to resolve or advance regulatory issues and/or regulatory filings.
- Assists and provides backup in monitoring state regulatory, legislative and political developments, analyzing potential impact on the Enterprise and preparing recommended responses.
Perform other related assigned duties as necessary to complete the Primary Job Responsibilities as described above.
LI-Hybrid
Minimum Requirements:
Position requires a bachelor’s degree in business administration, legal studies or a related field and three years' legal or compliance experience, preferably in the life & health insurance industry, with a focus on rate and form filings preferred. Will accept any suitable combination of education, training, or experience.
Position requires knowledge of legal research tools, such as NILS and Westlaw; knowledge of National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) rules and regulations and System for Electronic Rate and Form Filing (SERFF), as well as experience dealing with departments of insurance, preferred; excellent interpersonal skills; effective verbal and written communication skills; attention to detail; ability to multitask, work under deadlines and change priorities on short notice.
The company will provide equal employment and advancement opportunity within the context of its unique business environment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, familial status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, height, weight, military status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law or ordinance.
Job Title: Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Number of Positions: 1
Location: Okemos, MI
Location Specifics: Hybrid Position
Job Summary:
At Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana we work to improve oral health through benefit plans, advocacy and community support, and we amplify this mission by investing in initiatives that build healthy, smart, vibrant communities. We are one of the largest dental plan administrators in the country, and are part of the Delta Dental Plans Association, which operates two of the largest dental networks in the nation.
At Delta Dental, we celebrate our All In culture. It’s a mindset, feeling and attitude we wrap around all that we do – from taking charge of our careers, to helping colleagues and lending a hand in the community.
Position Description:
To research, prepare and submit various regulatory filings as necessary to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and other requirements for Delta Dental of Michigan and its affiliates and/or subsidiaries.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Researches, prepares and submits to insurance departments, all types of form and rate filings for dental, vision, life, disability and Medicare supplement products.
- Researches, prepares and submits to insurance departments for review and approval, all types of network, advertising and other miscellaneous regulatory filings.
- Researches compliance issues as they impact forms, operations and other functional areas of the companies and creates and maintains database of legal and compliance laws and regulations that impact the companies.
- Communicates with multiple state insurance department officials regarding statutes and regulations; receives, directs and responds to correspondence related to filings and secures approval of filings in a timely fashion. Provides timely and frequent communication to affected internal business departments on status of filings in progress.
- Provides lateral support to other members of the department, including developing and making recommendations on contract language and providing guidance on the preparation and submission of filings via SERFF or other industry portals.
- Implements projects, coordinates objectives, monitors task completion, and makes recommendations to resolve or advance regulatory issues and/or regulatory filings.
- Assists and provides backup in monitoring state regulatory, legislative and political developments, analyzing potential impact on the Enterprise and preparing recommended responses.
Perform other related assigned duties as necessary to complete the Primary Job Responsibilities as described above.
LI-Hybrid
Minimum Requirements:
Position requires a bachelor’s degree in business administration, legal studies or a related field and three years' legal or compliance experience, preferably in the life & health insurance industry, with a focus on rate and form filings preferred. Will accept any suitable combination of education, training, or experience.
Position requires knowledge of legal research tools, such as NILS and Westlaw; knowledge of National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) rules and regulations and System for Electronic Rate and Form Filing (SERFF), as well as experience dealing with departments of insurance, preferred; excellent interpersonal skills; effective verbal and written communication skills; attention to detail; ability to multitask, work under deadlines and change priorities on short notice.
The company will provide equal employment and advancement opportunity within the context of its unique business environment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, familial status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, height, weight, military status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law or ordinance.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Align your degree to the role
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree field and the job duties. A degree in pharmacy, biochemistry, or regulatory science strengthens your petition. A business or general science degree may trigger an RFE without supporting documentation.
Target LCA-active employers on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for Regulatory Affairs Specialist roles. This filters for companies with verified H-1B sponsorship history in your specific occupation, not just general sponsorship willingness.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your job title, industry, and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating to confirm your offer clears the Level I through Level IV wage tiers for your experience.
Document your regulatory credentials upfront
RAC certification, 21 CFR or ICH guideline experience, and submission history for FDA, EMA, or Health Canada all support the specialty occupation argument. Compile these before outreach so employers can assess petition viability early.
Cross-reference your SOC code in O*NET
Regulatory Affairs Specialists are classified under SOC 13-1041 or 19-1099 depending on the employer's job description. Confirming the correct SOC code before filing helps ensure the LCA wage level and job duties are accurately matched to your role.
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Find Regulatory Affairs Specialist JobsRegulatory Affairs Specialist H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Regulatory Affairs Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS evaluates whether the position normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. Regulatory Affairs roles tied to FDA submissions, drug approval processes, or device compliance typically meet this standard when the job description specifies a degree in pharmacy, life sciences, or a related discipline. Roles framed as generalist compliance positions may face additional scrutiny.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Regulatory Affairs Specialists?
Pharmaceutical manufacturers, biotechnology companies, and medical device firms file the highest volume of H-1B LCAs for this occupation. Contract research organizations and regulatory consulting firms also sponsor, though at lower volumes. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers in this field directly on Migrate Mate, filtered by occupation and filing history.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I switch Regulatory Affairs roles?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for approval. The new employer must file a new I-129 with an updated LCA reflecting the new job title, duties, and work location. You don't need to restart the cap count, but the specialty occupation and prevailing wage requirements apply again.
Does my regulatory experience in another country count toward the H-1B specialty occupation requirement?
Foreign work experience can substitute for education under the three-for-one equivalency rule: three years of specialized experience may replace one year of a four-year degree. Experience with international regulatory frameworks like ICH guidelines, EMA submissions, or TGA processes is relevant, but USCIS will expect a credential evaluation from a NACES-recognized agency if your degree or experience is from outside the U.S.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer's regulatory project ends and I'm laid off?
You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to find a new sponsor, change to another visa status, or depart the U.S. During this window, you can't work but you remain in a valid period of authorized stay. Filing an H-1B transfer with a new employer before the grace period ends is the most common path to continuing work authorization without interruption.
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