Entry Level Regulatory Affairs Lead Jobs
New grad regulatory affairs lead jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or coursework in compliance can matter more than a long resume. Most openings blend on-site and remote settings across Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Insurance, and Medical Devices, with Oscar Health, Abbott, and BD hiring at this level now.
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Job Title: Regulatory Affairs Associate I
Location: Skaneateles, NY - Fully Remote
Duration: 12 Months
Pay Rate Range:
Description: Responsible for the global coordination and the preparation of documents/packages for regulatory submissions. In this position you will also review and evaluate technical and scientific data and reports required for submission in support of global client’s products.
Top three to five technical skill requirements
- Familiar with USA and OUS device regulations (specifically EU device regulations)
- Experience with RA strategy development
- Experience with working with Cross functional team members
- Experience with interaction with external Regulators (FDA, TUV)
- Experience with working with medical devices
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Supports regulatory project plan execution
- Maintain awareness of regulatory requirements and ensure continued learning
- Maintain regulatory files in a format consistent with requirements
- Participate as an active team member of project teams as required
- Compile and prepare responses to questions from regulatory authorities according to plan
- Edit and proofread regulatory documentation
- Assist in preparation and review of labeling, SOP’s, and other departmental documents
- Compile under supervision regulatory documents for submission
- Track status and progress of regulatory documentation
- Understand Regulatory Affairs' position in small project teams
Qualifications
- Knowledge of regulations
- Scientific knowledge
- Administrative and project management skills
- Ability to contribute to multiple projects from a regulatory affairs perspective
- Ability to multitask and prioritize
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Technical system skills (e.g. word processing, spreadsheets, databases, online research)
- Proofreading and editing skills
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or country equivalent in a relevant scientific discipline
- Suitable candidates with a non-scientific degree may be accepted and undertake further training e.g. under an apprenticeship or similar post graduate qualification
- Regulatory experience (not mandatory) preferably within a healthcare environment
Job Title: Regulatory Affairs Associate I
Location: Skaneateles, NY - Fully Remote
Duration: 12 Months
Pay Rate Range:
Description: Responsible for the global coordination and the preparation of documents/packages for regulatory submissions. In this position you will also review and evaluate technical and scientific data and reports required for submission in support of global client’s products.
Top three to five technical skill requirements
- Familiar with USA and OUS device regulations (specifically EU device regulations)
- Experience with RA strategy development
- Experience with working with Cross functional team members
- Experience with interaction with external Regulators (FDA, TUV)
- Experience with working with medical devices
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Supports regulatory project plan execution
- Maintain awareness of regulatory requirements and ensure continued learning
- Maintain regulatory files in a format consistent with requirements
- Participate as an active team member of project teams as required
- Compile and prepare responses to questions from regulatory authorities according to plan
- Edit and proofread regulatory documentation
- Assist in preparation and review of labeling, SOP’s, and other departmental documents
- Compile under supervision regulatory documents for submission
- Track status and progress of regulatory documentation
- Understand Regulatory Affairs' position in small project teams
Qualifications
- Knowledge of regulations
- Scientific knowledge
- Administrative and project management skills
- Ability to contribute to multiple projects from a regulatory affairs perspective
- Ability to multitask and prioritize
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Technical system skills (e.g. word processing, spreadsheets, databases, online research)
- Proofreading and editing skills
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or country equivalent in a relevant scientific discipline
- Suitable candidates with a non-scientific degree may be accepted and undertake further training e.g. under an apprenticeship or similar post graduate qualification
- Regulatory experience (not mandatory) preferably within a healthcare environment
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Entry Level Regulatory Affairs Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level regulatory affairs lead job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates with coursework in regulatory science, biology, chemistry, or a related field, along with any hands-on exposure through internships, co-ops, or lab roles. Familiarity with FDA regulations, quality systems like ISO standards, or document control processes gives candidates a concrete edge. Tailoring your resume to highlight compliance projects or submission work, even from academic settings, strengthens your application significantly.
Which companies hire entry level regulatory affairs leads?
Companies hiring entry level regulatory affairs leads right now include Oscar Health, Abbott, and BD, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of large pharmaceutical and medical device companies, contract research organizations, and growing biotech firms that build regulatory teams with junior talent.
Are there remote entry level regulatory affairs lead jobs?
Yes, though the majority of entry level postings still favor on-site or hybrid arrangements. About 35% of entry level regulatory affairs lead openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting growing flexibility in how companies structure compliance and submissions work. Fully remote roles at this level tend to appear most often at larger organizations with established remote workflows.
Are these new grad regulatory affairs lead jobs?
Yes, many of these openings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad posting typically states that internship experience, a relevant degree, or a portfolio of academic regulatory projects meets the requirement. Look for listings that mention zero to two years of experience or that list a bachelor's degree as the primary qualification.
Which industries hire the most entry level regulatory affairs leads?
Entry Level regulatory affairs lead roles concentrate in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Insurance, and Medical Devices, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because their products, whether drugs, devices, or consumer goods, require ongoing regulatory submissions, labeling review, and compliance documentation that junior professionals can support from day one.