Regulatory Affairs Jobs in California

Regulatory affairs jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries that define the state's life sciences economy, with openings ranging from entry-level regulatory coordinator through senior director. The largest hiring metros are San Diego, San Francisco Bay Area, and Los Angeles, where employers like Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, and Abbott maintain significant California operations. The most in-demand specialties are FDA submissions, quality and compliance, and combination product regulation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles84+
Top employerRevolution Medicines
Top cityRedwood City, CA
Cities hiring21
Work type89% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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ORIC Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Director/Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs
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ORIC Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Added 4d ago
Director/Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs
ORIC Pharmaceuticals Inc.
San Diego, California
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
$170k - $240k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Zoox
Policy & Regulatory Affairs Manager
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Zoox
Added 5d ago
Policy & Regulatory Affairs Manager
Zoox
Foster City, California
Project & Program Management
Strategy & Corporate Development
Compliance & Legal
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
$137k - $187k/yr
On-Site
Master's
1,001-5,000

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AbbVie
Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs
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AbbVie
Added 6d ago
Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs
AbbVie
Irvine, California
Compliance & Legal
Healthcare Administration
Compliance & Risk
$125k - $237k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Amazon.com
Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist
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Amazon.com
Added 1w ago
Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Amazon.com
Sunnyvale, California
Compliance & Legal
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Healthcare Administration
Compliance & Risk
$171k - $231k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Abbott
Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist
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Abbott
Added 1w ago
Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Abbott
Alameda, California
Compliance & Legal
Healthcare Administration
Compliance & Risk
$90k - $180k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Regulatory Affairs Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Redwood City
20 jobs
Alameda
16 jobs
Irvine
9 jobs
San Diego
5 jobs
San Francisco
4 jobs
Sunnyvale
4 jobs
Orange
3 jobs
San Jose
3 jobs
Santa Clara
3 jobs

Regulatory Affairs Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Revolution Medicines
    Revolution Medicines20
  • Abbott
    Abbott10
  • AbbVie
    AbbVie4
  • Evalve
    Evalve4
  • Ionian Technologies
    Ionian Technologies3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals62
  • Medical Devices11
  • Healthcare & Medical Services4
  • Education3
  • Technology & Software3

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in regulatory affairs jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, chemistry, engineering, or a related technical field
  • Knowledge of FDA regulations including 21 CFR, ICH guidelines, and submission requirements
  • Experience with regulatory submissions such as INDs, NDAs, PMAs, or 510(k)s
  • Familiarity with California's biotech and medical device manufacturing environment
  • Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) from RAPS preferred for mid and senior roles
  • Strong technical writing skills for preparing regulatory documents and dossiers

Regulatory Affairs Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a regulatory affairs professional in California?

Most regulatory affairs roles in California require a bachelor's degree in a life science, engineering, or a related technical field, with a master's degree preferred for senior positions. California does not issue a state-specific license for regulatory affairs work, but employers consistently prefer candidates who hold the Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) awarded by the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society. Gaining experience in quality assurance, clinical affairs, or a laboratory setting is the most common path into the field.

How much do regulatory affairses make in California?

Regulatory affairses in California earn a median of about $96,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $57,530 for the lowest 10% to over $158,280 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire regulatory affairs professionals in California?

Employers hiring regulatory affairs professionals in California right now include Revolution Medicines, Abbott, and AbbVie, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of FDA-regulated biotech and medical device companies means demand is consistent across the San Diego, Bay Area, and Los Angeles corridors year-round.

Which California cities have the most regulatory affairs jobs?

Redwood City, Alameda, and Irvine have the most regulatory affairs openings in California. San Diego and the Bay Area lead because they are home to the largest clusters of FDA-regulated biopharmaceutical and medical device companies in the state, while Los Angeles draws demand from a broad mix of pharmaceutical manufacturers, contract research organizations, and combination product developers.

Are there remote regulatory affairs jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. Regulatory affairs work is largely document-driven and submission-based, making it well suited to remote arrangements. About 11% of regulatory affairs openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of the role. Submissions management, regulatory writing, and labeling review are the functions most commonly offered as fully remote positions.

How can I get hired as a regulatory affairs professional in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from quality assurance, clinical operations, or a laboratory technician role at a California biotech or medical device company. Large San Diego and Bay Area employers regularly hire regulatory affairs coordinators and associates who come from QA or clinical backgrounds rather than direct regulatory experience. Pursuing the RAC credential while in an adjacent role, building a portfolio of SOP or technical writing samples, and targeting contract or temp-to-perm postings at contract research organizations accelerates the transition considerably.

Where can I find and apply to regulatory affairs jobs in California?

You can find and apply to regulatory affairs jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly through each listing.

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