Regulatory Affairs Analyst Jobs in Washington
Regulatory affairs analyst jobs in Washington are among the most active in the country, concentrated in the state's life sciences, medical device, and biotechnology sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level associate to senior compliance lead. The heaviest hiring is in and around Seattle, Bothell, and Kirkland, where established employers such as Philips, Stryker, and Amazon Pharmacy maintain significant regulatory operations. The most in-demand specialties are FDA submissions and 510(k) filings, pharmaceutical quality systems, and post-market surveillance. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Description
UW Medicine Regulatory & Business Affairs Office has an outstanding opportunity for a Records Analyst to join their team.
About this Opportunity
Reporting to the Assistant Director of the UW Medicine Public Records Program (Assistant Director), the Records Analyst helps UW Medicine meet its compliance obligations under the Washington State Public Records Act (PRA) while supporting a high-integrity, service-oriented records program. This role coordinates complex and often sensitive public records requests across academic, clinical, and administrative environments, partnering with UW Medicine departments, Dean’s Office units, Hospitals & Clinics units, individual record holders, and the UW Office of Public Records.
The Records Analyst brings sound judgment, tact, and discretion to work that protects trust, promotes transparency, and helps UW Medicine respond accurately and thoughtfully to increasing records request volumes.
Key Responsibilities
Public Records Oversight – 70%
- Independently manage an assigned caseload of complex public records requests from intake through closure, including request interpretation, workflow tracking, status documentation, and timely compliance in established systems such as NextRequest.
- Coordinate with the Assistant Director, UW Medicine departments and units, and individual record holders to identify responsive records, provide guidance on gathering electronic records, and support accurate, complete, and timely production.
- Review large volumes of complex and sensitive records; identify, apply, and document PRA exemptions, redactions, withholdings, and exemption logs; draft legally significant communications; and elevate legal, financial, operational, or reputational risks as appropriate.
- Identify legal, financial and brand risks and independently research public records compliance law for proper review and application of exemptions.
Public Records Consultation and Training – 15%
- Participate and support the development and maintenance of public records education and training materials for UW Medicine personnel.
- Provide public records training for UW Medicine personnel.
- Participate and support the development, implementation, and maintenance of processes, procedures, and guidelines for the UW Medicine records program.
Records Management and Development – 10%
- Organize, maintain, index, retrieve, and document public records and central file systems in alignment with University retention schedules and professional records management practices.
- Coordinate records stored off-site and support transfers to University Archives and University Records Management Services, including arranging and describing records according to accepted standards.
- Support records management projects, reporting, digitization efforts, process documentation, retention schedule development, and other continuous improvement activities for the records program.
Other Duties – 5%
- Perform special projects and other tasks related to the UW Medicine Regulatory & Business Affairs Office as assigned.
Required Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in any field and three or more years of related experience.
Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.
Additional Qualifications
Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, frequent deadlines, interruptions, and changing priorities in a high-volume academic, clinical, research, or comparable environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional reports and communications for internal and external audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment, take appropriate initiative, accurately apply guidelines and protocols, and know when to elevate or coordinate a matter.
- Ability to handle confidential and executive-level information with tact, discretion, diplomacy, and professionalism while maintaining effective working relationships.
- High attention to detail and ability to analyze large volumes of complex information under strict legal deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams, as well as Adobe.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of the Washington State Public Records Act (PRA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and other laws or policies that may impact UW Medicine records management and disclosure.
- Experience in compliance, public records management and review, document review, or records management requiring strong analysis, research, and communication skills.
- Washington Association of Public Records Officers (WAPRO) certification.
- Master’s degree in Library and Information Science, Public History, Archival or Records Management, or a related field.
Working Conditions
- This position requires occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds.
- This position requires onsite work one day/week at UW’s South Lake Union Campus.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$75,432.00 annualPay Range Maximum:
$87,324.00 annualOther Compensation:
Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular positionFTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%Union/Bargaining Unit:
Not ApplicableAbout the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .
Job Description
UW Medicine Regulatory & Business Affairs Office has an outstanding opportunity for a Records Analyst to join their team.
About this Opportunity
Reporting to the Assistant Director of the UW Medicine Public Records Program (Assistant Director), the Records Analyst helps UW Medicine meet its compliance obligations under the Washington State Public Records Act (PRA) while supporting a high-integrity, service-oriented records program. This role coordinates complex and often sensitive public records requests across academic, clinical, and administrative environments, partnering with UW Medicine departments, Dean’s Office units, Hospitals & Clinics units, individual record holders, and the UW Office of Public Records.
The Records Analyst brings sound judgment, tact, and discretion to work that protects trust, promotes transparency, and helps UW Medicine respond accurately and thoughtfully to increasing records request volumes.
Key Responsibilities
Public Records Oversight – 70%
- Independently manage an assigned caseload of complex public records requests from intake through closure, including request interpretation, workflow tracking, status documentation, and timely compliance in established systems such as NextRequest.
- Coordinate with the Assistant Director, UW Medicine departments and units, and individual record holders to identify responsive records, provide guidance on gathering electronic records, and support accurate, complete, and timely production.
- Review large volumes of complex and sensitive records; identify, apply, and document PRA exemptions, redactions, withholdings, and exemption logs; draft legally significant communications; and elevate legal, financial, operational, or reputational risks as appropriate.
- Identify legal, financial and brand risks and independently research public records compliance law for proper review and application of exemptions.
Public Records Consultation and Training – 15%
- Participate and support the development and maintenance of public records education and training materials for UW Medicine personnel.
- Provide public records training for UW Medicine personnel.
- Participate and support the development, implementation, and maintenance of processes, procedures, and guidelines for the UW Medicine records program.
Records Management and Development – 10%
- Organize, maintain, index, retrieve, and document public records and central file systems in alignment with University retention schedules and professional records management practices.
- Coordinate records stored off-site and support transfers to University Archives and University Records Management Services, including arranging and describing records according to accepted standards.
- Support records management projects, reporting, digitization efforts, process documentation, retention schedule development, and other continuous improvement activities for the records program.
Other Duties – 5%
- Perform special projects and other tasks related to the UW Medicine Regulatory & Business Affairs Office as assigned.
Required Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in any field and three or more years of related experience.
Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.
Additional Qualifications
Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, frequent deadlines, interruptions, and changing priorities in a high-volume academic, clinical, research, or comparable environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional reports and communications for internal and external audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment, take appropriate initiative, accurately apply guidelines and protocols, and know when to elevate or coordinate a matter.
- Ability to handle confidential and executive-level information with tact, discretion, diplomacy, and professionalism while maintaining effective working relationships.
- High attention to detail and ability to analyze large volumes of complex information under strict legal deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams, as well as Adobe.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of the Washington State Public Records Act (PRA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and other laws or policies that may impact UW Medicine records management and disclosure.
- Experience in compliance, public records management and review, document review, or records management requiring strong analysis, research, and communication skills.
- Washington Association of Public Records Officers (WAPRO) certification.
- Master’s degree in Library and Information Science, Public History, Archival or Records Management, or a related field.
Working Conditions
- This position requires occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds.
- This position requires onsite work one day/week at UW’s South Lake Union Campus.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$75,432.00 annualPay Range Maximum:
$87,324.00 annualOther Compensation:
Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular positionFTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%Union/Bargaining Unit:
Not ApplicableAbout the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .
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- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in regulatory affairs analyst jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, chemistry, engineering, or a related technical field
- Working knowledge of FDA regulations, including 21 CFR Parts 820 and 211
- Experience preparing or supporting regulatory submissions such as 510(k) or BLA filings
- Familiarity with quality management systems including ISO 13485 or ICH guidelines
- Strong technical writing skills for preparing regulatory documents and SOPs
- RAC credential from the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society preferred by many employers
Regulatory Affairs Analyst Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a regulatory affairs analyst in Washington?
Most employers in Washington require a bachelor's degree in a life science, chemistry, engineering, or pharmacy-related field as the foundation. Washington does not issue a state-specific license for regulatory affairs analysts, so candidates advance by building hands-on experience with FDA submissions, quality systems, or clinical documentation. Earning the RAC credential from the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society strengthens a candidate's profile considerably and is frequently listed in Washington job postings at the mid and senior levels.
Which companies hire regulatory affairs analysts in Washington?
Employers hiring regulatory affairs analysts in Washington right now include Amazon, Immunome, and Philips, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Washington's concentration of medical device and biotech firms means demand is particularly consistent along the Bothell and Kirkland corridors, where contract research organizations and established device manufacturers maintain large regulatory teams.
Which Washington cities have the most regulatory affairs analyst jobs?
The cities with the most regulatory affairs analyst openings in Washington are Bothell, Seattle, and Bellevue. Seattle anchors the market as the headquarters hub for major biotech, pharmaceutical, and digital health employers, while Bothell and Kirkland draw strong demand from the dense cluster of medical device and life sciences companies that have built operations in the greater Eastside corridor.
Are there remote regulatory affairs analyst jobs in Washington?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 29% of regulatory affairs analyst openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the desk-based and documentation-heavy nature of the work. Roles focused on regulatory writing, submissions strategy, and labeling review tend to be the most remote-compatible, while positions requiring direct lab or manufacturing floor involvement are more likely to be on-site.
How can I get hired as a regulatory affairs analyst in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a lateral move from a quality assurance, clinical research, or regulatory documentation role at a Washington medical device or biotech company. Large Washington employers such as Philips and contract research organizations operating out of Bothell and Seattle regularly post regulatory associate and coordinator roles that are structured for candidates with limited direct RA experience. Building familiarity with FDA 510(k) submissions through academic projects or internships and pursuing the RAC foundation credential gives early-career candidates a concrete edge in applications.
Where can I find and apply to regulatory affairs analyst jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to regulatory affairs analyst jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and target industry, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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