Regulatory Affairs Assistant Jobs

Regulatory Affairs Assistant jobs are open across pharmaceuticals, medical devices, biotechnology, and consumer products, from entry-level to senior associate, with specializations in submissions management, regulatory documentation, and compliance support. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles737+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerKatalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences
Top cityRedwood City, CA
Work type47% Hybrid
Top industryBiotechnology

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Manager, Regulatory Affairs
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Manager, Regulatory Affairs
Ro
New York, New York
Compliance & Legal
Project & Program Management
Compliance & Risk
$126k - $150k
Hybrid
Master's

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Regulatory Affairs Specialist
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Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Eckert & Ziegler Gruppe
Valencia, California
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Human Resources
$42 - $50/hr
ISO certification process
1,001-5,000

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Sr Manager, CMC Regulatory Affairs
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Sr Manager, CMC Regulatory Affairs
Teva Pharmaceuticals
West Chester, Pennsylvania
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Strategy & Corporate Development
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Associate Director, Business System Labeling Mgt. - Regulatory Affairs
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Associate Director, Business System Labeling Mgt. - Regulatory Affairs
MSD
North Wales, Pennsylvania
Business Development
Creative & Design
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$129k - $203k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Director, Global Labeling - Regulatory Affairs
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Director, Global Labeling - Regulatory Affairs
EMD Serono
Billerica, Massachusetts
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
$182k - $273k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Regulatory Affairs Assistant Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences50
  • Revolution Medicines21
  • AbbVie20
  • Abbott8
  • Stryker8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals59
  • Healthcare & Medical Services12
  • Medical Devices11
  • Consulting & Professional Services9
  • Chemicals & Materials7

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in regulatory affairs assistant jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, chemistry, biology, or a related field
  • Experience maintaining regulatory document management systems such as Veeva Vault or Documentum
  • Familiarity with FDA submission types including 510(k), IND, NDA, or BLA filings
  • Strong attention to detail for reviewing and formatting regulatory documents and dossiers
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel, for document preparation and tracking
  • Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices and regulatory compliance standards

Tips for Your Regulatory Affairs Assistant Job Search

Tailor your resume to submission types

Regulatory affairs assistants work across different submission types like 510(k), NDA, BLA, and IND filings. Call out the specific submissions you've supported by name. Hiring managers scan for these terms before reading anything else on your resume.

List your regulatory software by name

Platforms like Veeva Vault, Documentum, and eCTD publishing tools are frequently required in job postings. If you've used any of these, name them explicitly in a skills section so your application clears automated screening before a human ever reads it.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists regulatory affairs assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Highlight cross-functional coordination experience

Regulatory affairs assistants routinely coordinate between R&D, quality, legal, and manufacturing teams. Describe a specific instance where you managed document routing or tracked timelines across departments. This tells interviewers you can handle the actual workflow, not just the paperwork.

Prepare for scenario-based interview questions

Expect questions like 'Walk me through how you'd organize a regulatory submission package' or 'What would you do if a document deadline conflicted with a review cycle?' Practice answers that show you understand the sequencing of regulatory tasks, not just the definitions.

Negotiate start date around any pending certifications

If you're completing a RAC credential or finishing a relevant course, mention it during offer negotiations. Many employers will adjust a start date by a few weeks to onboard a candidate who arrives with the certification already in hand.

Regulatory Affairs Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most regulatory affairs assistants?

The most active employers for regulatory affairs assistants right now are Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, Revolution Medicines, and AbbVie, and the most openings are in California, Massachusetts, and New Jersey, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pharmaceutical and medical device companies consistently account for the largest share of open roles.

How many regulatory affairs assistant jobs are remote?

About 72% of regulatory affairs assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies by employer and product type. Roles focused on regulatory writing, document review, and submissions tracking tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions requiring lab coordination or on-site audits typically require in-person presence.

How do you become a regulatory affairs assistant?

Start with a bachelor's degree in a life sciences field such as biology, chemistry, or pharmaceutical sciences. Gain exposure to regulatory processes through internships, co-ops, or quality assurance roles at a pharmaceutical or medical device company. Learn the core submission types relevant to your target industry and get comfortable with document management systems. A Regulatory Affairs Certification credential from RAPS strengthens your application once you have foundational experience.

Can you get a regulatory affairs assistant job with little experience?

Yes, entry-level regulatory affairs assistant roles exist specifically for candidates with limited direct experience. Employers in this space often hire recent graduates with life sciences degrees and train them on internal processes. Internship experience in quality, compliance, or clinical operations is a strong substitute for formal regulatory experience. Demonstrating familiarity with FDA guidance documents and showing organized, detail-oriented work habits goes a long way in early interviews.

What does the regulatory affairs assistant interview process look like?

Most processes start with a phone or video screen focused on your background and familiarity with regulatory concepts. A second round typically involves a panel or hiring manager interview with scenario-based questions about document management, submission timelines, and cross-functional coordination. Some employers include a short written exercise, such as reviewing a sample document for formatting errors or summarizing regulatory requirements, before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to regulatory affairs assistant jobs?

You can find and apply to regulatory affairs assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. The listings cover roles in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, biotechnology, and consumer products at a range of experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each listing from the page.

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