GRA CMC Medical Device Lead (m/f/x)
Company: CSL
Location: King of Prussia
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Position Purpose TheHead of GlobalRegulatory Affairs Deviceis
responsible for: Providing strategic leadership and operational
oversight for the GlobalRegulatory Affairs Devicefunction.
Leadingthe global regulatory strategy and execution for CLS’s
medical device portfolio during development and post-approval
lifecycle, including plasmapheresis devices, blood establishment
computer software (BECS), drug device combination products,
standalone drug delivery devices, ancillary devices, and software
as/in a medical device (SaMD/SiMD). Ensure worldwide regulatory
device compliance and successful market access across all regions.
Closely collaborate with internal stakeholders on regulatory
strategy issues, develop approaches to address regulatory and
compliance matters, serve as primary liaison to the US FDA for
device matters, andclosely workregional regulatory staff to engage
with international health authorities. RepreseningCSL in official
device regulatory capacities and acting as an authorized official
or responsible person in interactions with regulatory agencies.
This role promotes strong cross-functional collaboration and
effective communication across Global Operations, R&D, Global
Regulatory Affairs, and other relevant CSL business functionsto
drive alignment and support CSL’s strategic businessobjectives.
MainResponsibilitiesandAccountabilities Provide proactive
leadership and strategic direction to the GlobalRegulatory Affairs
Devicefunction. This includes defining andoptimizingregulatory
strategies,objectives, and policies that governand
supportthedevelopment, registration, commercialization, and
life-cycle managementof CSL’s global medical device portfolio.
Mentor, develop, and coachahigh-performing regulatory affairs
team.Foster talent, build team capabilities, and create a culture
of continuous learning and professional growth.Provideclear
direction, constructive feedback, and career development support
within a dynamicworkenvironment. In closecollaborationwith
cross-functional leaders in Global Regulatory Affairs CMC, Global
Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Quality, Global Operations, and other
business functions, define, coordinate and implement global
regulatory device strategies for all of CLS’s current and future
medical device portfolio, including plasmapheresis devices, blood
establishment computer software (BECS), drug device combination
products, standalone drug deliverydevices, ancillary devices,
software as/in a medical device (SaMD/SiMD). Directly liaise and
negotiate with the US FDA and oversee andadviseregional regulatory
staff on discussions with international health authorities and
agencies for device-related matters during development and
commercial use.Maintain strong, positive relationships with
regulators and ensuretimelyresponses to inquiries and requests.
Facilitatetimelydecision-making and guidance from health
authorities through effective communication and relationship
management. Oversea and direct the creation of high quality,
compliant regulatory documents (e.g., 510(k), De Novo, PMAs,
technical documentation for CE mark application, initial BLAs and
MAAs, international device registrations, post-approval
variations/supplements, INDs, CTAs, DHFs, Q-submissions, MAFs and
other relevant regulatory filings such as meeting requests and
briefing packages) based on relevant US, EU, and ISO standards for
the device portfolio within defined timelines as per R&D and
commercial objectives. Serve as the regulatory device subject
matter expert for patient-integrated care solutions initiatives,
advising andfacilitatingalignment among diverse cross-functional
stakeholders. Provide expert Health Authority feedback including
success criteria, risk metrics, pediatric study plan
considerations, device feasibility assessments, device selection
analyses, clinical trial design input, and human factors
(formative/summative) study strategy. Ensureaccurateandtimelychange
control assessments of change control notifications in CSL’s
quality management system fordevice-related change controls. This
includes the country-specific reporting category and
detailedsubmissiondocumentation requirements. Advise onregulatory
device strategies, solutions to engineering problems and
interpretation of results in the context of device registration
requirements aligned with the businessneedand goals.Advise
onregulatory cybersecurity requirements for SaMD/SiMDprojects. In
collaboration with respective CSL stakeholders, support the global
program planning and regulatory device strategy discussions. This
includesfacilitatingthe communication and flow of regulatory
information (regulatory framework,scopeand project timelines) to
all relevant stakeholders. Perform device regulatory assessments
during due diligence for acquisitions, licensing, and partnerships.
Leverage external insights to refine strategies and implement
innovative regulatory approaches that enhance CSL’s competitive
positioningfor its product portfolio. Provide regulatory
consultation to internal CSL functions,
includingPlasmaOperations,Global Operations functions,R&D,and
IT, to support the design and implementation of business processes
that ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
Ensure regulatory policies and procedures are developed and
implemented in accordance withapplicable international standards
and requirements. Direct the creation and execution ofregulatory
policies, processes,and SOPs that meet global regulatory
requirements while driving operational efficiency and effectiveness
acrossPlasma Operations,GlobalOperations, and R&D,and
stakeholder network. Supportthe outsourcing of regulatory
activities, includingsubmissionquality assurance, to
ensuretimelyand compliant delivery of services aligned with
business and regulatory requirements. Position Qualifications and
Experience Requirements Education& Experience A bachelor’s degree
inan engineering or scientific discipline,or a related field
isrequired; an advanced degree (e.g., MS, PhD) isstronglypreferred.
Over 10 years of progressive experience in regulatory roles within
themedical device, pharma, or
biotechnologicalindustry,demonstratingincreasing levels of
responsibility and leadership. Over5years of managing and
developing a team of regulatory professionals, ensuring alignment
with organizationalgoalsand fostering a high-performance culture.
Extensive experience in the global regulatory device environment,
with provenexpertisein global pharmaceutical and biotechnological
drug development. In-depth knowledge of global device regulatory
requirements, including but not limited to: EU MDR, ISO 13485, ISO
14971, ISO 15223, ISO 10993, IEC 62366, IEC 62304, IEC 60601, ISO
20916, ISO 18113, ISO 23640, 21 CFR Part 820, IEC 62304:2006, ISO
14971:2019, IEC/TR 80002-1:2009, IMDRF Software as a Medical Device
Framework, QSR and BIMO compliance, and PFSB/MDRMPED for SaMD.
Proventrack recordin leading successful FDA, EU, and international
submissions, including 513(g) requests, pre-submissions, IDEs,
510(k)s, PMAs, De Novo 510(k)s, and EU MDR product
registrations.Provenexpertisein authoring, reviewing, and managing
regulatory submissions, ensuring accuracy, compliance,
andtimelydelivery. Experienced in managing FDA and notified body
interactions, including formal meetings, audits, and inspections.
Familiarity with emerging digital health technologies and evolving
cybersecurity requirements. Demonstrated leadership in managing and
developing high-performing teams of regulatory device
professionals. Ability to support regional and local Regulatory
Affairs teams in interactions with health authorities such as EMA,
PEI, AGES, PMDA, and Health Canada. Proven capability to develop
and implement global device regulatory strategies, resolve complex
regulatory challenges, and negotiateoptimalpathways and outcomes
with health authorities. Skilled in motivating, mentoring, and
guiding diverse teams within a matrixed organizational structure,
fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. Exceptional
oral and written communication skills, with a strong ability to
negotiate, influence, and represent regulatory positions
effectively. Committed to the highest standards of compliance,
integrity, and adaptability, with a strong focus on aligning
regulatory strategy with evolving business needs. Ability to use
precedent andpreviousexperience to develop innovative and flexible
approaches to achieve goals. Competencies Ensures Accountability:
Follows through on commitments and makes sure others do the same;
Acts with a clear sense of ownership; Takes personal responsibility
for decisions, actions, and failures;Establishesclear
responsibilities and processes formonitoringwork and measuring
results; Designs feedback loops into work. Drives Results: Has a
strong bottom-line orientation; Persists
inaccomplishingobjectivesdespite obstacles and setbacks; Hasa track
recordof exceeding goals successfully; Pushes self and helps others
achieve results. Drives Vision & Purpose: Talks about future
possibilities in a positive way; Creates milestones and symbols to
rally support behind the vision; Articulates the vision in a
wayeveryone can relate to; Creates organization-wide energy and
optimism for the future; Shows personal commitment to the vision.
Instills Trust: Follows through on commitments; Is seen as direct
and truthful; Keepsconfidences; Practices what he/she preaches;
Shows consistent between words and actions. Communicates
Effectively: Is effective in a variety of communication settings:
one-on-one,smalland large groups, among diverse styles and position
levels, with internal and external
stakeholders/audiences.Attentivelylistensto others; Adjusts to fit
the audience and the message; Providestimelyand helpful information
to others across the organization; Encourages the open expression
of diverse ideas and opinions. Builds Effective Teams: Establishes
commonobjectivesand a shared mindset; Creates afeelingsof belonging
andstrong teammorale; Shares wins and rewards team efforts; Fosters
open dialogue and collaboration among the team. Drives Engagement:
Structures the work so it aligns with people's goals and
motivators; Empowers others; Makes each person feel his/her
contributions are important; Invites input and shares ownership and
visibility; Shows a clear connection between people's motivators
and the organizational goals. Manages Ambiguity: Deals comfortably
with the uncertainty of change; Effectively handles risk; Can
decide and act without the total picture; Is calm and productive,
even when things are up in the air; Deals constructively with
problems that do not have clear solutions or outcomes.
Collaborates: Works cooperatively with others across the site,
matrix,networkand enterprise to achieve
sharedobjectives;Representsown interests while being fair to others
and their areas; Partners with others to get work done; Credits
others for their contributions and accomplishments; Gains trust and
support of others. Decision Quality: Makes sound decisions, even in
the absence of complete information; Relies on a mixture of
analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment when making decisions;
Considers all relevant factors and usesappropriate
decision-makingcriteria and principles; Recognizes when a quick 80%
solution will suffice. Global Perspective: Looks toward the
broadest possible view of an issue or challenge; Thinks and talks
in global and network terms; Understands the position of the
organization within a global, network and enterprise context; Knows
the impact of global trends on the organization. Being Resilient:
Is confident under pressure; Handles and manages crises
effectively;Maintainsa positive attitude despite adversity; Bounces
back from setbacks; Grows from hardships and negative experiences.
About CSL Behring CSL Behring is a global biotherapeutics leader
driven by our promise to save lives. Focused on serving patients’
needs by using the latest technologies, we discover, develop and
deliver innovative therapies for people living with conditions in
the immunology, hematology, cardiovascular and metabolic,
respiratory, and transplant therapeutic areas. We use three
strategic scientific platforms of plasma fractionation, recombinant
protein technology, and cell and gene therapy to support continued
innovation and continually refine ways in which products can
address unmet medical needs and help patients lead full lives. CSL
Behring operates one of the world’s largest plasma collection
networks, CSL Plasma. Our parent company, CSL, headquartered in
Melbourne, Australia, employs 32,000 people, and delivers its
lifesaving therapies to people in more than 100 countries. To learn
more about CSL, CSL Behring, CSL Seqirus and CSL Vifor visit
https://www.csl.com/ and CSL Plasma at https://www.cslplasma.com/ .
Our Benefits For more information on CSL benefits visit How CSL
Supports Your Well-being | CSL . You Belong at CSL At CSL,
Inclusion and Belonging is at the core of our mission and who we
are. It fuels our innovation day in and day out. By celebrating our
differences and creating a culture of curiosity and empathy, we are
able to better understand and connect with our patients and donors,
foster strong relationships with our stakeholders, and sustain a
diverse workforce that will move our company and industry into the
future. To learn more about inclusion and belonging visit
https://www.csl.com/careers/inclusion-and-belonging Equal
Opportunity Employer CSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you
are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable
accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit
https://www.csl.com/accessibility-statement .
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