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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Company Description
ORIC Pharmaceuticals is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to improving patients’ lives by Overcoming Resistance In Cancer. ORIC’s clinical stage product candidates include (1) rinzimetostat (ORIC-944), an allosteric inhibitor of the polycomb repressive complex 2 (PRC2) via the EED subunit, being developed for prostate cancer, and (2) enozertinib, a brain penetrant inhibitor that selectively targets EGFR exon 20, HER2 exon 20 and EGFR atypical mutations, being developed across multiple genetically defined cancers. Beyond these two product candidates, ORIC® is also developing multiple precision medicines targeting other hallmark cancer resistance mechanisms. ORIC has offices in South San Francisco and San Diego, California.
The position is responsible for supporting and leading activities within Regulatory Affairs department, to support clinical development of oncology products at ORIC. This involves working closely with cross-functional colleagues including regulatory operations, quality, CMC, nonclinical and clinical team members. S/He will be a highly motivated team player with the ability to plan proactively, work independently, think strategically and execute assigned projects effectively.
Job Description
- Support regulatory submission and strategic direction for all ORIC’s development programs.
- Lead to deliver high quality and timely regulatory submissions in alignment with corporate goals, and in compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate and collaborate regulatory activities across functions within ORIC, ie, regulatory operations, quality, CMC, nonclinical, clinical.
- Responsible for the creation, assembly, review and/or oversight of complex regulatory submissions which require interaction with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal execution.
- Ensure consistency, completeness and adherence to standards for all regulatory submissions.
- Represent ORIC to develop and maintain strong relationships with the FDA and other global regulatory agencies.
- Grow corporate, project and industry knowledge by reviewing and analyzing current regulatory issues, guidance, initiatives and communicating regulatory intelligence internally.
- Participate in providing strategic input on regulatory activities in support of product development plan.
- Participate in the development and review of standard operating procedures to ensure compliance with current regulatory requirements.
- Perform all duties in keeping with the Company’s core values, policies and all applicable regulations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or related field, advanced degree preferred.
- At least 8+ years of regulatory affairs experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
- Experience in preparing regulatory submissions, eg, IND, DSUR, CTA, FDA meeting request.
- Demonstration of excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent writing and editorial skills, ability to collaborate on development of high-quality clinical-regulatory documents, eg, investigator brochures, meeting request/package.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to details with accuracy and quality.
- A good scientific background and understanding with the ability to acquire therapy area and regulatory knowledge.
- Knowledgeable in global regulatory requirements and guidelines (eg, FDA guidance, ICH) and gathering regulatory intelligence.
- Proficient in computer literacy, eg, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Additional Information
The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work on-site at our San Diego location is between $220,000-$240,000 for the Director level and $170,000-$185,000 for the Associate Director level. The final wage offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include, title, type and length of experience within the role, type and length of experience within the industry, education, geography, and other job-related factors.
ORIC Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. ORIC does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Regulatory Affairs Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Revolution Medicines20

- Abbott10

- AbbVie4

- Evalve4

- 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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