Regulatory Affairs Jobs in Ohio
Regulatory affairs jobs in Ohio are steadily in demand, concentrated in the state's deep life sciences, medical device, and consumer products manufacturing sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level specialist through senior director and VP. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati are the principal hiring centers, home to major employers such as Cardinal Health, Procter and Gamble, and Philips Healthcare. The most sought-after specialties include FDA submission management, quality systems compliance, and pharmaceutical labeling. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Purpose
Manage regulatory activities to support the product safety landscape. Will contribute to team deliverables by evaluating and validating data sources, ensuring regulatory compliance. Will respond to and resolve customer issues.
Key Responsibilites
- Manage regulatory activities to support the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA), and Health Canada compliance for AkzoNobel Marine, Protective and Yacht Coatings for AkzoNobel North America.
- Maintain working knowledge of relevant North America chemicals regulations. Update team members as required.
- Develop a good understanding of customer needs and relevant regulatory topics affecting the business, especially as it relates to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Compliance and Labeling.
- Respond to internal customers and resolve raw material and/or product issues accurately and in a timely fashion.
- Prepare data in response to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Health Canada reporting requirements.
- Review and approve consumer and industrial labels, ensuring regulatory compliance for the region.
- Identify potential non compliances and areas of risk to the business and offer solutions.
- Assist team members in other regulatory areas such as biocidal registrations and raw material compliance.
- Identify and contribute to the development and continuous improvement of standard procedures.
- Contribute to cross functional project teams as required.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Toxicology, or related field.
- 1 year experience in regulatory or research and development preferred.
- Ability to obtain knowledge of regulatory agencies that goven business unit.
- Knowledge of data analysis and preparing reports that reflect findings and recommendations.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.
Requisition ID: 55215
We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.
Job Purpose
Manage regulatory activities to support the product safety landscape. Will contribute to team deliverables by evaluating and validating data sources, ensuring regulatory compliance. Will respond to and resolve customer issues.
Key Responsibilites
- Manage regulatory activities to support the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA), and Health Canada compliance for AkzoNobel Marine, Protective and Yacht Coatings for AkzoNobel North America.
- Maintain working knowledge of relevant North America chemicals regulations. Update team members as required.
- Develop a good understanding of customer needs and relevant regulatory topics affecting the business, especially as it relates to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Compliance and Labeling.
- Respond to internal customers and resolve raw material and/or product issues accurately and in a timely fashion.
- Prepare data in response to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Health Canada reporting requirements.
- Review and approve consumer and industrial labels, ensuring regulatory compliance for the region.
- Identify potential non compliances and areas of risk to the business and offer solutions.
- Assist team members in other regulatory areas such as biocidal registrations and raw material compliance.
- Identify and contribute to the development and continuous improvement of standard procedures.
- Contribute to cross functional project teams as required.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Toxicology, or related field.
- 1 year experience in regulatory or research and development preferred.
- Ability to obtain knowledge of regulatory agencies that goven business unit.
- Knowledge of data analysis and preparing reports that reflect findings and recommendations.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.
Requisition ID: 55215
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Regulatory Affairs Job Market in Ohio
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- Medical Devices
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in regulatory affairs jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, chemistry, engineering, or a related technical field
- Familiarity with FDA regulations, CFR requirements, and submission processes such as 510(k) or NDA
- Experience with quality management systems including ISO 13485 or 21 CFR Part 820
- RAC certification from the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society preferred for mid to senior roles
- Strong technical writing skills for preparing regulatory submissions, SOPs, and labeling documentation
- Proficiency with electronic submission platforms and document management systems such as Veeva Vault
Regulatory Affairs Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a regulatory affairs specialist in Ohio?
Most Ohio regulatory affairs roles require at least a bachelor's degree in a life science, engineering, pharmacy, or chemistry discipline. Ohio does not issue a state-specific license for the role itself, so credentialing through the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society, which offers the RAC designation, is the most recognized professional qualifier. Employers in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati commonly treat RAC as a strong differentiator for candidates moving beyond entry-level positions.
How much do regulatory affairses make in Ohio?
Regulatory affairses in Ohio earn a median of about $75,030 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $47,230 for the lowest 10% to over $124,230 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire regulatory affairs specialists in Ohio?
Employers hiring regulatory affairs specialists in Ohio right now include IGS, Abbott, and Vein360, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's concentration of medical device manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and consumer goods headquarters in the Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati corridors means consistent year-round demand across company sizes.
Which Ohio cities have the most regulatory affairs jobs?
Columbus, Dublin, and Mason account for the greatest share of regulatory affairs openings in Ohio. Columbus drives volume through its large corporate headquarters cluster including Cardinal Health and major contract research organizations, while Cleveland's medical device and health system presence and Cincinnati's consumer goods and pharmaceutical manufacturing base, anchored by companies like Procter and Gamble, sustain demand in those metros.
Are there remote regulatory affairs jobs in Ohio?
Yes, and more than most fields. Regulatory affairs work is largely document-driven and compliance-focused, making it well suited to remote arrangements. About 25% of regulatory affairs openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how broadly employers in this field have adopted flexible models. Submission writing, labeling review, and regulatory strategy roles tend to be the most consistently available in remote or hybrid formats.
How can I get hired as a regulatory affairs specialist in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a regulatory affairs coordinator or associate role at a medical device or pharmaceutical company in the Columbus or Cincinnati area, where large employers regularly onboard candidates with science degrees and no direct regulatory experience. Cardinal Health and similar Ohio-based companies run structured development programs for new graduates. Lateral moves from quality assurance, clinical operations, or technical writing are common entry points, and completing even one RAC exam module signals seriousness to hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to regulatory affairs jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to regulatory affairs jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across specialties and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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