Regulatory Affairs Analyst Jobs in Arizona
Regulatory affairs analyst jobs in Arizona are concentrated in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and biotechnology, with the market anchored by a strong cluster of life sciences employers across the Phoenix metro and Tucson. Companies such as Honeywell, Banner Health, and Microchip Technology have lasting regulatory functions in the state, and demand runs from entry-level coordinators to senior regulatory strategy roles. Submissions management, FDA compliance, and quality systems are the most consistently requested specialties in Arizona postings. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Grand Canyon State Electric Cooperative Association, Inc.
Arizona's electric cooperatives formed Grand Canyon State Electric Cooperative Association Inc. (GCSECA) in 1950. Their primary purpose was to create a nonprofit, nonpartisan group to give Arizona's electric cooperatives a unified voice in state and national regulatory and legislative matters. Resource-pooling and cost-sharing by our members have combined to help make GCSECA a strong, effective statewide organization. In addition to its government relations programs, GCSECA organizes safety and loss control training; regulatory assistance, member education, and professional development training; special project workshops; and applies a variety of communications tools to inform electric cooperative consumers and the public about our advocacy initiatives. Our members are our number one priority.
Director, Federal & Regulatory Affairs - Electric Utility Industry
Position Summary
GSCECA is seeking a mission-focused, dynamic, innovative and self-motivated, Director of Federal & Regulatory Affairs to lead our organization's federal government relations strategy on energy policy and regulatory compliance at the federal and state levels. This role serves as the liaison to Arizona's congressional delegation and federal agencies of jurisdiction -including but not limited to DOE, EPA, DOI, USDA-RUS, FERC-and ensures the organization is positioned to influence policy outcomes, anticipate impacts, and maintain compliance with evolving federal requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the organization's federal affairs strategy and align policy priorities with member system short-term and long‑term organizational goals.
- Monitor federal legislation, rulemakings, and enforcement trends affecting the electric utility industry.
- Lead development of advocacy materials and assist with regulatory filings.
- Engage with state and national trade associations, public power partners, and other advocacy groups.
- Provide briefings and presentations to executive leadership on federal policy and regulatory matters.
Qualifications and Preferred Attributes
- Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred in political science, public policy, law, or related field,
- 5+ years in federal and regulatory policy, or government relations in the electric industry.
- Strong knowledge of the congressional legislative process and federal rulemaking.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Proven ability to influence policy and build coalitions.
- Experience in federal agencies, and jurisdictional committees.
- Experience with working on rural electric cooperative or public power policy matters.
- Background in utility operations, environmental compliance, wholesale electricity markets, federal agency permitting or grid modernization, preferred.
- Established network of federal policymakers and regulators.
- Understanding of emerging issues, electric utility challenges and opportunities.
Success Indicators
- Effective advocacy shaping federal policy.
- Strong relationships with federal agencies and congressional offices.
- Organizational readiness for regulatory changes.
- Clear identification of regulatory risks and opportunities.
- Proactive to inform members and develop recommendations.
Core Competencies
- Strategic Thinking
- Regulatory Expertise
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Relationship and Coalition Building
- Analytical Skills
- Adaptability
- Innovation
- Collaboration
- Issue & Crisis Management
- Problem Solving
- Advocacy Leadership
- Leads with Integrity, Ethics, and Courage
Reporting Structure
- Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Our Location
GCSECA headquarters is located in Tempe, Arizona. With a population over 180,000, Tempe is home to Arizona State University and is a vibrant suburb in the Phoenix metropolitan area. The location provides access to excellent local shopping, dining opportunities, entertainment options, sporting events, cultural events, health care, an international airport, and higher education opportunities. Arizona, known for its sunshine, provides a diverse climate. In addition to popular activities such as golf and tennis, within a short driving distance residents can participate in activities such as boating, hiking, and snow skiing.
Our Benefits
GCSECA provides its employees with an attractive and competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, business travel, long-term disability, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. The retirement package is highly competitive and includes a traditional pension plan, and a 401(k) plan. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Why Join Us
This role offers the opportunity to shape statewide energy policy, strengthen rural communities, and amplify the voice of member-owned electric cooperatives. You'll work closely with cooperative leaders across the state and play a key role in advancing reliable, affordable, community-focused electric service.
Grand Canyon State Electric Cooperative Association, Inc.
Arizona's electric cooperatives formed Grand Canyon State Electric Cooperative Association Inc. (GCSECA) in 1950. Their primary purpose was to create a nonprofit, nonpartisan group to give Arizona's electric cooperatives a unified voice in state and national regulatory and legislative matters. Resource-pooling and cost-sharing by our members have combined to help make GCSECA a strong, effective statewide organization. In addition to its government relations programs, GCSECA organizes safety and loss control training; regulatory assistance, member education, and professional development training; special project workshops; and applies a variety of communications tools to inform electric cooperative consumers and the public about our advocacy initiatives. Our members are our number one priority.
Director, Federal & Regulatory Affairs - Electric Utility Industry
Position Summary
GSCECA is seeking a mission-focused, dynamic, innovative and self-motivated, Director of Federal & Regulatory Affairs to lead our organization's federal government relations strategy on energy policy and regulatory compliance at the federal and state levels. This role serves as the liaison to Arizona's congressional delegation and federal agencies of jurisdiction -including but not limited to DOE, EPA, DOI, USDA-RUS, FERC-and ensures the organization is positioned to influence policy outcomes, anticipate impacts, and maintain compliance with evolving federal requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the organization's federal affairs strategy and align policy priorities with member system short-term and long‑term organizational goals.
- Monitor federal legislation, rulemakings, and enforcement trends affecting the electric utility industry.
- Lead development of advocacy materials and assist with regulatory filings.
- Engage with state and national trade associations, public power partners, and other advocacy groups.
- Provide briefings and presentations to executive leadership on federal policy and regulatory matters.
Qualifications and Preferred Attributes
- Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred in political science, public policy, law, or related field,
- 5+ years in federal and regulatory policy, or government relations in the electric industry.
- Strong knowledge of the congressional legislative process and federal rulemaking.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Proven ability to influence policy and build coalitions.
- Experience in federal agencies, and jurisdictional committees.
- Experience with working on rural electric cooperative or public power policy matters.
- Background in utility operations, environmental compliance, wholesale electricity markets, federal agency permitting or grid modernization, preferred.
- Established network of federal policymakers and regulators.
- Understanding of emerging issues, electric utility challenges and opportunities.
Success Indicators
- Effective advocacy shaping federal policy.
- Strong relationships with federal agencies and congressional offices.
- Organizational readiness for regulatory changes.
- Clear identification of regulatory risks and opportunities.
- Proactive to inform members and develop recommendations.
Core Competencies
- Strategic Thinking
- Regulatory Expertise
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Relationship and Coalition Building
- Analytical Skills
- Adaptability
- Innovation
- Collaboration
- Issue & Crisis Management
- Problem Solving
- Advocacy Leadership
- Leads with Integrity, Ethics, and Courage
Reporting Structure
- Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Our Location
GCSECA headquarters is located in Tempe, Arizona. With a population over 180,000, Tempe is home to Arizona State University and is a vibrant suburb in the Phoenix metropolitan area. The location provides access to excellent local shopping, dining opportunities, entertainment options, sporting events, cultural events, health care, an international airport, and higher education opportunities. Arizona, known for its sunshine, provides a diverse climate. In addition to popular activities such as golf and tennis, within a short driving distance residents can participate in activities such as boating, hiking, and snow skiing.
Our Benefits
GCSECA provides its employees with an attractive and competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, business travel, long-term disability, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. The retirement package is highly competitive and includes a traditional pension plan, and a 401(k) plan. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Why Join Us
This role offers the opportunity to shape statewide energy policy, strengthen rural communities, and amplify the voice of member-owned electric cooperatives. You'll work closely with cooperative leaders across the state and play a key role in advancing reliable, affordable, community-focused electric service.
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in regulatory affairs analyst jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, engineering, chemistry, or a related technical field
- Working knowledge of FDA regulations including 21 CFR Parts 11, 820, or 211
- Experience preparing and submitting regulatory documents such as 510(k)s or NDAs
- Familiarity with quality management systems and ISO 13485 or ICH guidelines
- Strong technical writing skills for regulatory submissions and SOPs
- Proficiency with document management systems and regulatory information databases
Regulatory Affairs Analyst Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a regulatory affairs analyst in Arizona?
Most regulatory affairs analyst positions in Arizona require a bachelor's degree in a life sciences, engineering, or health-related field, and employers in the Phoenix and Tucson markets strongly favor candidates with hands-on experience in FDA-regulated industries. Arizona does not issue a state-specific license for this role, but earning the Regulatory Affairs Certification through the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society signals credibility and is increasingly preferred by Arizona's medical device and pharmaceutical employers.
Which companies hire regulatory affairs analysts in Arizona?
Companies currently hiring regulatory affairs analysts in Arizona include Oscar Health, IQVIA, and INNOVATIVE HEALTH, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Arizona's concentration of medical device manufacturers and pharmaceutical operations in the Greater Phoenix corridor means these employers regularly maintain active regulatory teams.
Which Arizona cities have the most regulatory affairs analyst jobs?
The cities with the most regulatory affairs analyst openings in Arizona are Tempe, Gilbert, and Phoenix. The Phoenix metro drives the majority of postings due to its dense cluster of medical device manufacturers, pharmaceutical operations, and large healthcare systems, while Tucson contributes a meaningful share tied to its life sciences research institutions and defense-adjacent technology companies.
Are there remote regulatory affairs analyst jobs in Arizona?
Yes, and more than most fields, because regulatory affairs work is largely document-driven and does not require a physical presence on a production floor. About 0% of regulatory affairs analyst openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how well the role translates to distributed work. Submissions management, regulatory writing, and literature review functions tend to be the most frequently offered in remote or hybrid formats.
How can I get hired as a regulatory affairs analyst in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a quality assurance, clinical operations, or laboratory role inside an FDA-regulated company, since Arizona's medical device and pharmaceutical employers, including those operating manufacturing sites in the East Valley and Tucson, regularly hire regulatory coordinators from their own quality teams. Pursuing the Regulatory Affairs Certification as a candidate, completing an internship through Arizona State University's biomedical programs, or targeting associate regulatory affairs roles at contract research organizations based in Phoenix are all concrete steps that give first-time applicants a competitive edge.
Where can I find and apply to regulatory affairs analyst jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to regulatory affairs analyst jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings from employers across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and location preferences, and apply directly to the positions that match your experience.
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